Shadow Snatcher (Wired Connect)

Shadow Snatcher (Wired Connect)

by Lou Kuenzler (Author), Akbar Ali (Illustrator)

Synopsis

Aiden and his little sister Eva are home alone on Halloween. When a stranger dressed up as Death rings the doorbell, Aiden's not fooled. He knows it's only Uncle Tony, and lets him straight in. But it's not Uncle Tony at all... Death has come for Eva, and he's not going to leave without her, unless Aiden can win in a bet to save Eva's life. But how can Aiden and Eva cheat Death? Highly readable, exciting books that take the struggle out of reading, Wired Connect encourages and supports reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers or those with English as an additional language aged 9+, at a manageable length (64 pages) and reading level (7+). Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 64
Publisher: A&C Black Childrens & Educational
Published: 13 Sep 2012

ISBN 10: 1408154854
ISBN 13: 9781408154854
Book Overview: Aiden and his little sister Eva are home alone on Halloween. When a stranger dressed up as Death rings the doorbell, Aiden's not fooled. He knows it's only Uncle Tony, and lets him straight in. But it's not Uncle Tony at all... How can Aiden and Eva cheat Death? Wired Connect provides age-appropriate stories at a manageable length and reading level. Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp

Media Reviews
The all-action plot and the hinted-at romantic triangle will keep the reader's interest to the end. * Irish Examiner *
Large print and lots of pictures make it perfect for older reluctant readers. * Primary Times *
Simply written, with some great descriptions, this tale of good versus evil will be an exciting read. * Primary Teacher *
Author Bio
Lou Kuenzler was raised on a remote farm on the edge of Dartmoor, before moving to Northern Ireland to study theatre. She went on to work professionally as a theatre director, university lecturer and workshop leader in communities, schools and colleges, before turning her hand to writing a few years ago. Shadow Snatcheris her second title for A & C Black.