Key Stage 3 Suggested Reading Action and Adventure Noughts and Crosses by Malorie Blackman In an alternative world the issues of racism are tackled in a society which has only two types of people: noughts and crosses. This novel is about friendship that goes beyond the barriers in a world where crossing the boundaries could lead to war. The sequel set a generation later is also an absolute knock-out. 1) Noughts and Crosses 2) An Eye for an Eye 3) Knife Edge 4) Checkmate 5) Double cross The Way of the Warrior by Chris Bradford Jack Fletcher is shipwrecked off the coast of Japan in the 17 th century. All the crew and his father slaughtered by ninja s he is rescued by a Samurai family and readily adopts the culture and code of conduct of a Samurai Warrior. Each book is an adventure in itself and teaches you a little bit of Japanese culture leading the reader from the real life of a Samurai to that of a ninja. Fast paced - well worth reading. Once you start the series you won t be able to stop! 1) The Way of the Warrior 2) The Way of the Sword 3) The Way of the Dragon 4) The Ring of Earth 5) The Ring of Fire 6) The Ring of Wind 7) The Ring of Sky The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins In a dark vision of the future 12 boys and 12 girls are forced to appear in a live TV show called the Hunger Games. There can be only one winner. There is only one rule: kill or be killed. When Prim is called up Katniss volunteers to take her place, knowing it is probably a death sentence. A futuristic cross between gladiator games and big brother
1) The Hunger Games 2) Catching Fire 3) Mocking Jay Family and Relationships My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece by Annabel Pitcher Rose has been blown up by terrorists in an attack in Trafalgar Square, Their family life disintegrates under the weight of the grief, anger and misery of the tragedy. This funny, tender, uplifting and at times, angry book will have wide appeal. A novel that can be read in a few days but stays with you forever. A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness One night 13 year old Conor wakes from his nightmare to find a monster at his window. He isn't scared, since his mother started her cancer treatments he's had other things to worry about. Anyway, monsters aren't real, monsters are for babies. But this monster wants the truth. A beautifully written and illustrated novel - highly recommended. Wonder by R.J. Palacio In Wonder, heartstrings are well and truly yanked by the tale of little August Pullman. The book works, because the hero, known as Auggie, is such a marvellous character. He's smart, funny and courageous. What marks him out is a terrible facial abnormality, caused by a mutant gene, which has resulted in him having 27 operations. This book wreaks emotional havoc. Fantasy Eragon by Chris Paolini Wonderful fantasy novel. In book one the main character begins a quest to fulfil his destiny as a dragon rider.one boy one dragon.. a world of adventure awaits! Can Eragon take up the mantle of the legendary dragon riders? The fate of the Empire may rest in his hands 1) Eragon 2) Eldest 3) Brisingr 4) Inheritance
Wolf Brother by Michelle Paver Wolf Brother is an enthralling story of friendship, survival and betrayal. It carries you back thousands of years to early civilisation full of superstition and fear, where the ability to communicate with animals is no longer a lost art. Boy and wolf form an inseparable bond that carries the story through several unforgettable adventures. 1) Wolf Brother 2) Spirit Walker 3) Soul Eater 4) Outcast 5) Oath Breaker 6) Ghost Hunter Magyk by Angie Sage Rich with humour and wonderful characters, this is book one of the adventures of Septimus Heap. Begin a spellbinding journey of cunning deception and magyk. Hugely enjoyable! 1) Magyk 2) Flyte 3) Physik 4) Queste 5) Syren 6) Darke 7) Fyre Skulduggery Pleasant by Derek Landy Wise-cracking detective, powerful magician, sworn enemy of evil. Oh yes and dead! Stephanie s uncle Gordon wrote horror fiction. At least that s what Stephanie thought until he died and left her his estate. Then she discovered that though his books may have been horror, they weren t exactly well, fiction. 1) Skulduggery Pleasant 2) Skulduggery Pleasant : Playing with Fire 3) Skulduggery Pleasant : The Faceless Ones 4) Skulduggery Pleasant : Dark Days 5) Skulduggery Pleasant : Mortal Coil 6) Skulduggery pleasant : Death Bringer 7) Skulduggery Pleasant : Kingdom of the Wicked
Humour & Comedy The Boy in the Dress by David Walliams Surprisingly sharp yet deliciously funny. Dennis lives in a boring house in a boring street in a boring town but he is about to find out that if you open your mind to the impossible, then life becomes anything but boring! Charming funny a great comic tale Meet the new Roald Dahl. Also by David Walliams Mr Stink Billionaire Boy Gangsta Granny Ratburger Dark Lord : The Teenage Years by Jamie Thomson Dirk Lloyd This tome of evil genius is scribed by non-other than the Dark Lord himself Dirk Lloyd. Trapped in a teenage body and cast down to Earth by his archenemy Dirk plots and plans his revenge with comic consequences. 1) Dark Lord : The Teenage Years 2) Dark Lord : A Fiend in Need The Brilliant World of Tom Gates by Liz Pichon I m Tom Gates. When my teachers don t have their BEADY EYES on me I like to draw pictures and think of ways to annoy my sister. My teachers think I am easily distracted and lack focus which is a bit harsh, because right now I am VERY focused on which biscuit I should eat first.mmm? 1) The Brilliant World of Tom Gates 2) Tom Gates : Excellent Excuses (and other great stuff) 3) Tom Gates : Everything s Amazing (sort of) 4) Tom Gates : Genius Ideas (mostly) 5) Tom Gates : Is Absolutely Fantastic (at some things)
Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney A novel in cartoons. Let me get something straight: this is a JOURNAL, not a diary. Today is the first day of school, so I figured I might as well write in this book to pass the time. Just don t expect me to be all Dear Diary this and Dear Diary that A comic look at the pitfalls of everyday life. 1) Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2) Diary of a Wimpy Kid : Rodrick Rules 3) Diary of a Wimpy kid : The Last Straw 4) Diary of a Wimpy Kid : Dog Days 5) Diary of a Wimpy Kid : The Ugly Truth 6) Diary of a Wimpy Kid : Cabin Fever 7) Diary of a Wimpy Kid : The Third Wheel Football Stories The Penalty by Mal Peet As the city of San Juan melts in the summer heat its teenage football prodigy El Brujito vanishes without a trace. Paul Faustino the country s top sport s journalist is reluctantly drawn into the mystery. Irresistible a tale of murder, corruption, cruelty and of course football. The Beautiful Game : Golden Girl Grace by Narinder Dhami Beautiful, fun and a star striker, Grace can do no wrong then her perfect life is torn apart and Grace has some tough choices to make. A series of football books for girls from the author of Bend it Like Beckham. Light sparkly reads Chic-lit with football thrown in Mystery and Mayhem Daylight Saving by Edward Hogan When Daniel Lever is dragged to Leisure World Holiday Complex for some time away with his depressed dad, his expectations are low. But soon Daniel spots a girl swimming in the fake lake. Lexi is elegant and smart, but very mysterious. Why are her bruises getting worse each time she and Daniel meet? And is her watch really ticking backwards? A dark figure stalks the pair, and as British summer time approaches, Daniel has to act quickly. Their souls depend on it. A British murder mystery that is a real page turner. I defy you to put it down once you have started.
Ghost and Horror Hollow Pike by James Dawson She thought she would be safe in the country but you can t escape your own nightmares, and Lis dreams repeatedly that someone is trying to kill her. She doesn t believe in local legends of witchcraft, she doesn t believe anything bad will really happen. You never do, do you? Not until you are alone in the woods after dark and a twig snaps A dark and twisted tale of witches, murder and mystery The Crypt by Andrew Hammond When a crime is committed and the police are at a loss, CRYPT is called in to figure out whether something paranormal is at work. Jud is their star agent. Jud, has just landed his biggest case yet... people have been disappearing in mysterious circumstances while others are viciously attacked - yet there are no suspects and a complete lack of hard evidence. The only thing that links each attack is the fact that survivors all claim that the culprits were 17th century highwaymen A fantastic blend of teenage spies, horror and ghost-busting for fans of Cherub and Young Bond. 1) Crypt : The Gallows Curse 2) Crypt : Traitor s Revenge 3) Crypt: Mask of Death 4) Crypt : Blood Eagle Tortures Classic Ghost Stories compiled by Vic Parker A creepy collection of tales from beyond the grave. Highly illustrated; with many bite-sized ghoulish classics included. A powerful introduction to some of the most fiendish characters in literature by some renowned horror masters such as Bram Stoker, Edgar Allan Poe and many many more. Classic Tales of Vampires and Shape-shifters compiled by Tig Thomas Beware You are about to enter the terrifying yet fascinating realm of the vampire. A unique collection of classic stories and extracts. Prepare to be thrilled and chilled as the authors bloodthirsty imaginations take you on a journey of unimaginable terror.