Description
Jack Mattingly is a genius. He has an IQ of 170. He speaks fluent Mandarin and Latin. And he can calculate the square root of 1,673,549 in his head. But when Jack's parents' car is hi-jacked, with him inside it, for once he's as clueless as the rest of us. The car-jacker doesn't know Jack's in the car - yet. But it's only a matter of time before he's discovered. And then anything could happen. Only one thing's for sure: Jack's in for the thrill-ride of his life . . . A high-octane adventure from the winner of the Blue Peter Book of the Year Award.
Fasten your seatbelt for a thrilling adventure.
About the Author
Ali Sparkes grew up in Southampton and despite some exciting months in London and even more exciting months in Lowestoft (where she really experienced life on the edge as a Pontin's Bluecoat), still lives in Southampton today, with her husband and two teenage sons. She has worked as a singer, journalist, broadcaster, magazine editor, and the spangle-clad assistant to a juggling unicyclist (frighteningly, there is photographic proof). Ali currently has 29 children's fiction titles published by Oxford University Press including her Shapeshifter series, her Blue Peter Award-winning novel Frozen in Time, and her heart-stopping new adventure series about a group of teenagers with special powers - Unleashed.
Reviews
'You have to like Ali Sparkes books. They're unashamedly good-hearted, energetic, and vivid.' * TheBookbag *
'Full of clever twists and genuine humanity' * Amanda Craig, The Independent *
'Another fantastic read from this gifted author, I loved every minute of it!' * Debbie Williams, Primary Times *
'Great story-telling, with plenty to grab and hold the attention of the reader.' * Parents In Touch *
'This book is so good I made my dad read it.' * Robin's Books *
'Ali Sparkes satirical thriller has spark and heart.' * Amanda Craig, New Statesman *
'A thoroughly enjoyable and satisfying adventure story.' * Books for Keeps *
'This mix of car-jackers, child geniuses and a brother called Stuart is something you will not want to miss.' * The Book Bunch, The Guardian *
Book Information
ISBN 9780192733467
Author Ali Sparkes
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 230g
Dimensions(mm) 200mm * 129mm * 21mm
Fasten your seatbelt for a thrilling adventure.
About the Author
Ali Sparkes grew up in Southampton and despite some exciting months in London and even more exciting months in Lowestoft (where she really experienced life on the edge as a Pontin's Bluecoat), still lives in Southampton today, with her husband and two teenage sons. She has worked as a singer, journalist, broadcaster, magazine editor, and the spangle-clad assistant to a juggling unicyclist (frighteningly, there is photographic proof). Ali currently has 29 children's fiction titles published by Oxford University Press including her Shapeshifter series, her Blue Peter Award-winning novel Frozen in Time, and her heart-stopping new adventure series about a group of teenagers with special powers - Unleashed.
Reviews
'You have to like Ali Sparkes books. They're unashamedly good-hearted, energetic, and vivid.' * TheBookbag *
'Full of clever twists and genuine humanity' * Amanda Craig, The Independent *
'Another fantastic read from this gifted author, I loved every minute of it!' * Debbie Williams, Primary Times *
'Great story-telling, with plenty to grab and hold the attention of the reader.' * Parents In Touch *
'This book is so good I made my dad read it.' * Robin's Books *
'Ali Sparkes satirical thriller has spark and heart.' * Amanda Craig, New Statesman *
'A thoroughly enjoyable and satisfying adventure story.' * Books for Keeps *
'This mix of car-jackers, child geniuses and a brother called Stuart is something you will not want to miss.' * The Book Bunch, The Guardian *
Book Information
ISBN 9780192733467
Author Ali Sparkes
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 230g
Dimensions(mm) 200mm * 129mm * 21mm
