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A Crongton Story: In The Ends

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A Crongton Story: In The Ends by Alex Wheatle dives into the life of Mo, a young resident of the fictional estate of Crongton. The narrative unfolds as Mo navigates the challenges of his environment, from dealing with personal relationships to facing external pressures. Through Mo's journey, the story highlights themes of friendship, resilience, and the quest for identity amid life's adversities.
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You might enjoy this book if you like immersive stories set in urban environments that explore themes of friendship, resilience, and the challenges of growing up in a tough neighbourhood. It's perfect for readers who appreciate authentic and gripping narratives about young people navigating complex social landscapes.

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A Crongton Story: In The Ends

The Crongton Knights are back, facing more daring drama in the final book in Alex Wheatle's award-winning series

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WELCOME TO CRONGTON - where your loyalties and wits will be tested ...

Things have been quiet in South Crongton. It's been an age since anyone last spotted Manjaro, South Crong's most notorious warlord. But there have been murmurs that something is coming.

Jonah is the fastest sprinter in South Crong, and has his sights set on an Olympic Medal one day. But with his dad now jobless, and his parents' constant fighting because they can't make ends meet, Jonah has more on his mind than the North/South Crong gang war games.

So when he gets kidnapped and taken to Manjaro's secret hideout, it's the last thing Jonah needs. But Manjaro's latest game comes with a map and the promise of a big bag of cash at the end. Jonah's family, and his parents' marriage, could be saved with all that cash! It's time for Jonah to rally the Crongton Knights again and follow the clues.

But will the map lead them to treasure, or something much more deadly?

A Crongton Story: In The Ends by Alex Wheatle is a thrilling adventure that tests the strength of family and friendships in the face of danger.

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A Crongton Story: In The Ends by Alex Wheatle is widely praised for its gripping narrative and authentic portrayal of inner-city life. Reviewers commend the author for vividly capturing the struggles and resilience of young people in challenging environments. The book is noted for its engaging characters and the powerful way it deals with themes of friendship, family, and survival.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444969634

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Children's Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 272

About the Author

Alex Wheatle (3 January 1963 - 16 March 2025) was an author of several acclaimed novels, many of them inspired by experiences from his childhood. He was born in Brixton to Jamaican parents, and spent most of his childhood in a Surrey children's home. Following a short stint in prison following the Brixton uprising of 1981, he wrote poems and lyrics and became known as the Brixtonbard. Alex was shortlisted for numerous awards including the Carnegie Medal and the YA Book Prize. He won the Guardian Children's Fiction Award and was awarded an MBE for services to literature in 2008.

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