Action and Adventure
Malorie Blackman Noughts and Crosses
In an alternative world the issues of racism are tackled in a (Trilogy) society which has only two types of people: “noughts” and “crosses”. This novel is about friendship that goes beyond these barriers. The sequel see a generation later is also an absolute knock out.
NM Browne Basilisk
A wonderful blend of myths, history and archaeology are present in this great novel set in the caves of a dark world.
SE Hinton Outsiders
Stunning study of hate, violence, loyalty and friendship set in the violent gang-lands of New York. One of the very best teenage novels ever written.
Robert Muchamore CHERUB-series
Big adventures and exciting at the teenage recruits at CRERUB battle the underworld’s of the World. Now 11 books of a very popular series.
William Nicholson Wind on Fire Trilogy
Breathtaking trilogy about a society governed by exams. But what happens when you rebel? Read to find out. A truly excellent book with two outstanding sequels.
Louis Sachar Holes
Very popular novel about a miscarriage of justice that sends Stanley into a juvenile prison and an assignment to dig “holes”. Compulsive reading.
Alex Shearer Bootleg
Great novel about chocolate being made illegal and the underground resistance movement that forms. Highly original.
