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My top 20 favourites books
Mortal EnginesMortal Engines by Philip Reeve
Buy new: £4.19 / Used from: £0.01
A fantastic book, with incredible ideas behind its superbly crafted plot.
Predator's Gold (Mortal Engines Quartet)Predator's Gold (Mortal Engines Quartet) by Philip Reeve
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A strong sequel to Mortal Engines, it is riddled with adventure and style.
Infernal DevicesInfernal Devices by Philip Reeve
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Though taking a while to start, it is thrilling once it gets into the swing of the book.
Eragon (Inheritance Cycle)Eragon (Inheritance Cycle) by Christopher Paolini
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This book is a brilliant adventure, which, though fantasy, is relatively sophisticated. I loved it.
Alex RiderAlex Rider by Anthony Horowitz
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I think that, for any young spy wannabee, the best book you could wish for.
Scorpia: An Alex Rider AdventureScorpia: An Alex Rider Adventure by Anthony Horowitz
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As good, if not better than the prequels.
Ark Angel: Bk. 6 (Alex Rider 6)Ark Angel: Bk. 6 (Alex Rider 6) by Anthony Horowitz
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Another great follow up, though many say not as good as the first. The twist at the end is suprisingly clever.
Old Kingdom Trilogy Box SetOld Kingdom Trilogy Box Set by Garth Nix
Fantastic from Garth Nix. I thought these were terrific. For most ages. A must read.
Artemis FowlArtemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer
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Boy genius, but is he a nice guy. Artemis Fowl knows there's magic about, and if you want something done, he's the boy to ask.
The Arctic Incident (Artemis Fowl)The Arctic Incident (Artemis Fowl) by Eoin Colfer
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Another winner from Eoin Colfer, a powerful sequel.
Artemis Fowl: The Eternity CodeArtemis Fowl: The Eternity Code by Eoin Colfer
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Packed with cleverness, and leaving on a cliff hanger. Perfect.
Midnight Over Sanctaphrax: Bk. III (Edge Chronicles)Midnight Over Sanctaphrax: Bk. III (Edge Chronicles) by Paul Stewart
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I personally think this is the best of the series, though i reccomend all the books strongly. Attempt to read them in order, or they won't make sense.
The Recruit: Bk. 1 (CHERUB)The Recruit: Bk. 1 (CHERUB) by Robert Muchamore
Buy new: £4.42 / Used from: £0.46
I love these books, as they dig very deep into each character, as if you know them. When they finish, it's like a friend has left you.
CHERUB: Class ACHERUB: Class A by Robert Muchamore
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Again, an in depth account, very personalized.
Maximum Security: Bk. 3 (CHERUB)Maximum Security: Bk. 3 (CHERUB) by Robert Muchamore
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Complex and thick with plotlines, i was hooked.
His Dark Materials Gift Set: "Northern Lights", "The Subtle Knife", "The Amber Spyglass": His Dark MaterialsHis Dark Materials Gift Set: "Northern Lights", "The Subtle Knife", "The Amber Spyglass": His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman
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For any age really, beautifully written. It could be called a masterpiece of modern writing.
Mister Monday (The Keys to the Kingdom)Mister Monday (The Keys to the Kingdom) by Garth Nix
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I liked this book, as it is very alternative, seeing things from an odd perspective. Very interesting and well written.
Grim Tuesday (The Keys to the Kingdom)Grim Tuesday (The Keys to the Kingdom) by Garth Nix
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A lovely follow up, which is very absorbing.
The Thief Lord (BBC Cover to Cover)The Thief Lord (BBC Cover to Cover) by Cornelia Funke
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A great book by Cornelia Funke, a very interesting story set in Italy. Very warm.
Dragon RiderDragon Rider by Cornelia Funke
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For the younger readers, this is all about the good and the bad magical creatures that we don't know about...