Devil's Rock

Chris Speyer

Language: English

Publisher: Bloomsbury

Published: Jan 1, 2009

Pages: 244
ABC: 1

Description:

**‘A stunning mystery fantasy’* – Irish Times*** * * * When Zaki finds an ancient skeleton, he doesn’t realise he has stumbled on a mystery that goes back generations – a mystery that involves ruthless shipwreckers, an immortal girl and sinister powers. Zaki’s family is a mess and Zaki’s in trouble at school. Nobody seems to be on his side until he meets the new girl, Anusha. Together they must face the dangers of the sea and the evil that Zaki has released from Devil’s Rock. **‘Tense and tight with a palpable air of menace. A winning novel for tweens and teens’ *The Bookbag*** * * * **‘Suspenseful sailing story’ *The Times*** * * * **Get your copy today.****** ### Review 'Devil's Rock takes young readers on a thrilling, mystical journey' Western Morning News (Devon) 'An adventure that may appeal to Swallows and Amazons fans as well as supernaturalists ... Suspenseful sailing story' The Times 'A multi-layered text which can be appreciated on a number of levels' Books for Keeps ### About the Author Chris Speyer lives in the West Country and this is his first novel. Chris is no stranger to writing, however, as he has written many plays for children which are performed around the country. Chris is also a keen sailor which is evident in this exciting nautical based story.