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Stormbreaker: The Graphic Novel

by Anthony Horowitz

Interest age: 9+
Reading age: 9+

Published by Walker Books, 2016

  • Adventure
  • Comic books
  • Graphic novels
  • Thriller

About this book

14 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. Alex is then dragged into the world of espionage and intrigue himself.

The graphic novel adaptation of this well-written and action-packed story of a teenage spy works really well - conserving the key storyline and characters and making the book even more accessible.

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).

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