Operation Code-Cracker

Description

Code-loving Max is unexpectedly recruited to spy on his friend's uncle, a suspected terrorist. But nothing is quite as it seems in this new world of espionage, double-crosses, kidnaps and car chases - and in the end, it may be Max's skill with word puzzles that saves the day. A thrilling, non-stop adventure packed with puzzles for the reader to solve.

John Townsend is a British author of children's books (fiction, non-fiction and plays). He was a secondary school teacher, playwright and story-teller in primary schools before moving to writing books full-time. He is a Reading Champion for the UK's National Literacy Trust, a Reading Patron and a frequent visitor to schools, libraries, literacy projects and anywhere firing the imagination.

Children can get engrossed one, which offers them the opportunity to solve puzzles on their way through the book. A fast-paced novel which offers the reader the chance to help. -- Sarah Brew * www.parentsintouch.co.uk *