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Hodder & Stoughton (2012), Edition: Original, Paperback, 288 pages
Description
Amber is shocked when her brother falls to his death from a tower block. She's convinced it wasn't an accident, and so begins her journey to discover the truth and bring some kind of justice for Connor. With twists, turns and a fabulous multi-layered plot, Bernard Ashley has created a thrilling and engrossing tale. Set in south east London, this is a incredibly gritty and absorbing novel.
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After the death of her young brother from a fall, Amber takes it upon herself to find her brother’s murderer. Could her father’s non compliance to fill full his debt pay-back be the reason for Connors death?
Befriended by a cop and a journalist, Amber uncovers the motive for her brother’s
An edgy crime thriller for teens, filled with tough-talking and a no-nonsense writing style. Protagonist, Amber is a gutsy and bold character from London’s tower block estates, giving her a colourful, although sensitive nature. Ashley has a way with story endings and this one will have you on the edge of your seat.
Befriended by a cop and a journalist, Amber uncovers the motive for her brother’s
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death and she wants to take maters into her own hands. A meeting is set up but things take a turn for the worse, leaving Amber in grave danger.An edgy crime thriller for teens, filled with tough-talking and a no-nonsense writing style. Protagonist, Amber is a gutsy and bold character from London’s tower block estates, giving her a colourful, although sensitive nature. Ashley has a way with story endings and this one will have you on the edge of your seat.
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Awards
Yoto Carnegie Medal for Writing (Nominee — 2011)
ISBN
140830239X / 9781408302392