Scorpia
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Scorpia
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Scorpia
The deadly fifth mission in the number one bestselling Alex Rider series.
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Scorpia is the thrilling fifth instalment in the number one bestselling Alex Rider series by Anthony Horowitz. In this adrenaline-pumping novel, teenage spy Alex Rider embarks on a perilous journey to Venice with the aim of unlocking the secrets of his past. However, this beautiful and mysterious city holds more danger than he ever anticipated. He soon finds himself entangled with Scorpia, a shadowy criminal organisation that promises to unveil the truth.
As Alex dives deeper into the dark underbelly of Scorpia, he is faced with a life-altering decision: Will he continue to serve as an operative for MI6, or will he turn his back on everything he has fought for and join forces with the enemy? The choices he makes will challenge his beliefs and test his resolve like never before.
Anthony Horowitz masterfully combines heart-stopping action with a gripping storyline that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Scorpia not only delves into the high-stakes world of espionage but also explores themes of loyalty, identity, and the blurred lines between good and evil. With each page, Horowitz builds an intricate narrative that culminates in a climax readers won’t see coming.
Perfect for fans of thrilling adventures and spy fiction, Scorpia ensures that the Alex Rider series continues to captivate both young adult and adult readers alike. Dive into this electrifying novel and discover why Alex Rider has become a modern-day hero in the world of young adult literature.
Series: Alex Rider
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Scorpia by Anthony Horowitz is praised for its gripping plot, fast-paced action, and well-developed characters. Readers appreciate the suspenseful storyline and the way it keeps them hooked from beginning to end. Fans of the series find this instalment particularly compelling and enjoy the twists and turns in Alex Rider’s adventures.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781406360233
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 April 2015
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Walker Books Ltd
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 266g
Pages: 304
About the Author
Anthony Horowitz is the author of the number one bestselling Alex Rider books and The Power of Five series. He has enjoyed huge success as a writer for both children and adults, most recently with the latest adventure in the Alex Rider series, Russian Roulette and the highly acclaimed Sherlock Holmes novel, The House of Silk. His latest novel, Moriarty, is also set in the world of Sherlock Holmes and was published in October 2014. Anthony was also chosen by the Ian Fleming estate to write the new James Bond novel which will be published next year. Anthony has won numerous awards, including the Bookseller Association/Nielsen Author of the Year Award, the Children’s Book of the Year Award at the British Book Awards, and the Red House Children’s Book Award. In 2014 Anthony was awarded an OBE for Services to Literature. He has also created and written many major television series, including Injustice, Collision and the award-winning Foyle’s War.
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