Climate catastrophe leaves the people of Earth fighting for oxygen in this gripping dystopian thriller from bestselling sci-fi author Alastair Chisholm. Climate catastrophe leaves the people of Earth fighting for oxygen in this gripping dystopian thriller from bestselling sci-fi author Alastair Chisholm. Sparrow lives in the world after the Reek. The atmosphere is toxically polluted, and Axel Brodie, the tech billionaire behind Zephyr Industries, is cashing in as the only supplier of clean air. Sparrow is struggling to help her family survive until her brilliant inventor friend, Miriam Fenn, comes up with a new form of technology that could break Zephyr’s stranglehold on the air supply. But men like Brodie are hard to defeat, and he will do everything in his power to stop Miriam and Sparrow. Who will triumph in this battle to breathe? Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8. "Dystopia probably shouldn’t be this refreshing … This cracking story is as invigorating as the fresh air that is in such short supply in its post-apocalyptic version of a soupy, sulphurous Edinburgh … a thought-provoking thriller with plenty of points to unpack around power, poverty and big tech’s stranglehold over our lives … A gulp of fresh air." – The Times, Children's Book of the Week "This dystopian thriller … is stripped back to the bare bones of the plot and is all the better for it; this is an unforgettable, pulsating thriller that readers will inhale." – The Bookseller, Editor's Choice "Renowned sci-fi author Alastair Chisholm knows all about pacy plots … This all-too-pertinent dystopian thriller is not just for so-called “reluctant” readers." – The Guardian "A vivid and unsettling picture of a future where profit comes before the planet, encouraging young readers to think critically about the world around them and its power structures, the importance of protecting our natural resources, and the role that individuals can play in advocating for change … a dynamic dystopian read that will leave you gasping for air!" – Scottish BookTrust, Book of the Month "A dystopia that shines a light on potential inequalities our world could face as much as current ones, this gripping thriller aimed at Dyslexic readers is certain to get you thinking." – Irish Examiner "Amazing world building, relatable characters and a thrilling plot packed into a short accessible read. A triumph." – Jennifer Killick "Super-cool dystopian thriller … Great world-building, brilliant characters, awesome action, cool gadgets, and a timely message all in a super-readable fast-paced format." – Dan Smith "A compellingly deft and (literally) light on its feet dystopian thriller for Barrington Stoke that packs more story and ideas into its 132 pages than seems humanly possible." – Piers Torday A Times Children’s Book of the Week (Dyslexia-friendly) Alastair Chisholm is the bestselling author of the sci-fi adventures Orion Lost, Adam 2 and The Consequence Girl, as well as the fantasy Dragon Storm series. Orion Lost was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize, the James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book Award, the Biblio Buzz Award, the Inspire ELS Book Awards and the 2021 Sakura Medal Award. A Times Children’s Book of the Week (Dyslexia-friendly) - Alastair Chisholm is the bestselling author of sci-fi adventures including Orion Lost and Adam 2, and is an exciting new addition to the Barrington Stoke list who is being pitched for numerous events ahead of publication - Set in a dystopian Edinburgh ravaged by climate disaster, Reek conveys important messages about environmental concerns and the dangers of financial greed in an age-appropriate, accessible way - A fast-paced and thrilling adventure that grips from the very first page and keeps you completely engrossed, with a sympathetic and strong female protagonist, fantastic world-building and fascinating STEM inventions - Publication to be supported by stunning art prints, an exclusive printed proof and additional POS
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