Find a book
Donate

Stormbreaker

by Anthony Horowitz

Interest age: 13+
Reading age: 12+

Published by Walker Books, 2015

  • Adventure
  • Classics
  • Coming-of-age
  • Thriller

About this book

Fourteen-year-old Alex Rider finds his life turned upside down on discovering that his late uncle wasn't a mild-mannered banker, but instead a field agent for MI6. Soon, Alex himself is dragged into the world of espionage and intrigue.

This well-written and action-packed story is the first in the bestselling Alex Rider series about a daring teenage spy. Cleverly plotted and full of excitement, the combination of spy gadgets and undercover escapades will ensure this story is completely irresistible to young fans of action and adventure.

About the author

Anthony Horowitz is a screenwriter and children's novelist. Born in 1955 in North London, he was educated at Rugby School and York University, and published his first book, Enter Frederick K Bower, in 1978.

He created the television series Foyle's War, Murder in Mind, Midsomer Murders, Crime Traveller and Menace, and has written episodes for many more, including Agatha Christie's Poirot, Murder Most Horrid and Robin of Sherwood. He has also written a horror film, The Gathering, starring Christina Ricci.

His books for children include the Alex Rider series about the teenage secret agent. There are nine books in the series including Snakehead (2007), shortlisted for the 2008 Book Trust Teenage Prize. He has also written The Power of Five series, Diamond Brothers series of mystery stories and the Groosham Grange series.

What to read next

We know that children can get hooked on a favourite book series or author and struggle to find something they love as much, but we’re here to help.

  • Alex Rider: what to read next

    Anthony Horowitz’s incredible action series has kept its audience riveted for over 20 years – from Alex Rider’s debut adventure in Stormbreaker (2000) right up to the latest instalment Nightshade Revenge (2023).

More books like this

Explore our Bookfinder

Lists of recommended reads

  • Suggested reading for Years 7 & 8: Spring term

    Here are some of our favourite books that are perfect for pupils in Year 7 and 8 to read during the Spring term.

  • Detective stories

    Follow clues, unravel mysteries and uncover secrets with these engaging detective stories. These stories are ideal for adventure loving, puzzle solving, unnecessarily inquisitive older children.

Discover more booklists
Share this page Twitter Facebook LinkedIn