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The Power of Five: Raven's Gate
No. of pages 304
Published: 2013
Great for age 12-18 years
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The first book in the bestselling fantasy series The Power of Five by Anthony Horowitz.The first episode in The Power of Five series by the author of the bestselling Alex Rider series, Anthony Horowitz. Matt has always known he has unusual powers. Raised in foster care, he is sent to Yorkshire on a rehabilitation programme, only to find himself in the midst of sinister goings-on. Matt investigates and uncovers a terrible secret eight guardians are protecting the world from the Old Ones, beings banished long ago by five children. But devil worshippers want to let the Old Ones back in...
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is part of a book series called The Power Of Five .
This book has been graded for interest at 12-14 years.
There are 304 pages in this book.
It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.
This book was published in 2013 by Walker Books Ltd .
Anthony Horowitz is the award-winning creator of the phenomenal Alex Rider books and the bestselling Power of Five series as well as a prolitic writer for TV. He lives in Clerkenwell, London.
This book is in the following series:
Anthony Horowitz's "The Power of Five" series, is a thrilling fantasy saga centered around five children with extraordinary abilities destined to save the world from an ancient evil. The "Power of Five" series is known for its gripping narrative, fast-paced action, and intricate plotlines, making it a favorite among fans of adventure and supernatural fiction.
Here’s a brief summary of each book in the series:
"Raven's Gate" - The first book introduces Matt Freeman, a teenage boy who is sent to live with his aunt and uncle in a remote village after a series of troubling incidents. There, he discovers that the village has dark secrets and that he has special powers. Matt learns he is one of the five chosen to prevent an ancient evil from rising.
"Evil Star" - In the second installment, Matt is sent to Egypt, where he uncovers more about his powers and the dark forces threatening the world. He faces new challenges and meets other children with powers like his own. Together, they must confront an evil star that threatens to bring about chaos.
"Night Rise" - This book follows the story of two new characters, Scott and Jamie, who are also part of the five. They are drawn into a battle against a sinister organization that aims to control the world using supernatural means. The stakes are higher as the group uncovers deeper layers of the evil they must combat.
"Necropolis" - As the series progresses, the five must travel to a dystopian city where a powerful cult is attempting to resurrect an ancient force. The group faces their most significant challenges yet as they navigate the treacherous landscape and battle powerful enemies.
"Oblivion" - The final book in the series concludes the epic saga. The five face their ultimate test as they confront the full force of the ancient evil. The story reaches a dramatic climax as Matt and his friends must use all their skills and powers to save the world from destruction.
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Lancashire Award - Book Of the Year
This book was recognised in the Book Of The Year category of the Lancashire Award.
Redbridge Children's Book Award
This book was recognised by the Redbridge Children's Book Award.
