YA BOOK OF THE YEAR - Woman and Home. "The adrenaline pumps from the first page." - The FT.------------The thrilling sequel to NUMBER 10, which was named YA book of the year by the Independent and the FT.------------Gray Langtry is on the run. As the only child of the British Prime Minister, Gray's life has been in turmoil ever since her mother was chosen to lead the country. Both she and her mother are targets of a Russian assassination plot. And what's worse, members of her mother's own cabinet are involved. A team of bodyguards never leaves her side. The press attention is relentless. And then there are the death threats.------------Now, after an attempt on Gray's life, she has been moved to an elite boarding school in the British countryside. Shielded by high walls and locked gates, Gray finally feels safe, but the plotters are still hunting, and soon they will find her. Gray's personal bodyguard, Julia, and the school's young headmistress are determined to protect her. They both know how dangerous things are. The assassins searching for Gray are highly trained. And when they arrive they will aim to kill.------------Dylan, a mysterious American student, seems to know more than he should - but he's always there when Gray needs him. Can she trust him? Can she trust anyone? As winter closes in and darkness falls, Gray will have to think fast. The hunters are coming.

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About the Author
Former crime reporter Christi (C.J.) Daugherty began writing her bestselling Night School series while working as a communications consultant for the British government - where she would visit Number 10 regularly. The young adult series was published by Little Brown and went on to sell over a million copies worldwide. A web series inspired by the books clocked up over two million views and won dozens of awards. In 2020, the books were optioned for television. Daugherty is the author of The Echo Killing series, published by St Martin's Press, and co-wrote the fantasy series, The Secret Fire, with French author Carina Rozenfeld. Her books have been translated into 24 languages and have been bestsellers in multiple countries.

Reviews
"Daugherty's London has been subtly reimagined, with danger, mystery and imagination combining to thrilling effect" - Financial Times; "The most exciting teen book series to hit our shelves in ages" - Now Magazine; "If you are a fan of teen romance mixed with mystery and lots of twists and turns then this is for you" - Maximum Pop!; "A clever and involving thriller; never less than believable" - Books for Keeps; "A pulse-pounding combination of mystery and suspense that hints at a welcome follow-up." - Kirkus; "An engrossing, multifaceted mystery with snappy dialogue, a well-drawn cast of characters, and a sizzling romantic subplot." - Publishers Weekly



Book Information
ISBN 9781838237479
Author C.J. Daugherty
Format Paperback
Page Count 380
Imprint Moonflower Publishing
Publisher Moonflower Publishing