Caged: (Provisional Title) by Theresa Breslin (English) Paperback Book

Description: Caged by Theresa Breslin Carnegie Medal winner Theresa Breslin explores the dangerous world of cage-fighting in this dark and powerful new novel.Escaping from a troubled home and struggling to survive on the streets, the abandoned tunnels of the London Underground are a perfect sanctuary for Kai. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Carnegie Medal winner Theresa Breslin explores the dangerous world of cage-fighting in this dark and powerful new novel.Carnegie Medal winner Theresa Breslin explores the dangerous world of cage-fighting in this dark and powerful new novel.Escaping from a troubled home and struggling to survive on the streets, the abandoned tunnels of the London Underground are a perfect sanctuary for Kai. Along with other teenagers running from their pasts, he finds somewhere to belong in this strange community of outcasts.But Kai is now facing a very different kind of fight. Every night, led by the enigmatic Spartacus, the runaways must become cage fighters, each fight broadcast to the outside world via YouTube. With pay-per-view profits racking up, Kai and his friends hope to be able to start a new life.Yet treachery and danger are never far behind, and a new arrival threatens the order that Spartacus has worked so carefully to maintain. And then there is the looming finale, the last battle between Kai and his nemesis Leo- the Kill Fight . . . Notes Carnegie Medal winner Theresa Breslin explores the dangerous world of cage-fighting in this dark and powerful new novel. Back Cover The streets are a tough place to survive. Kai - along with other troubled teenagers - thinks hes found the perfect sanctuary: an abandoned London Underground tunnel. Here, runaways are trained to become Cage Fighters. Each fight brings money, and a chance for Kai and his friends to start new lives. But danger is lurking deep underground, while a mysterious new arrival threatens their plans. And the finale is looming - the last battle between Kai and his nemesis, Leo. The Kill Fight . . . Author Biography THERESA BRESLIN is the Carnegie Medal winning author of over thirty books for children & young adults whose work has appeared on stage, radio and TV. Her books are hugely popular with young people, librarians and teachers. Remembrance, her top selling YA novel of youth in WW1, has now been reissued to include Book Notes. The Dream Master was shortlisted for the Childrens Book Award. Divided City was shortlisted for ten book awards, winning two outright. Review This is a brilliantly written story . . . a very satisfying read and one of the best books that Ive had from Theresa. It is thoroughly engaging and based on a great concept. * Mr Ripleys Enchanted Books * Promotional Carnegie Medal winner Theresa Breslin explores the dangerous world of cage-fighting in this dark and powerful new novel. Review Text This is a brilliantly written story . . . a very satisfying read and one of the best books that Ive had from Theresa. It is thoroughly engaging and based on a great concept. Review Quote This is a brilliantly written story . . . a very satisfying read and one of the best books that Ive had from Theresa. It is thoroughly engaging and based on a great concept. Promotional "Headline" Carnegie Medal winner Theresa Breslin explores the dangerous world of cage-fighting in this dark and powerful new novel. Details ISBN0552565229 Author Theresa Breslin Short Title CAGE FIGHTER Language English ISBN-10 0552565229 ISBN-13 9780552565226 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2016 Publication Date 2016-09-01 Imprint Corgi Childrens Subtitle (Provisional Title) Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.92 UK Release Date 2016-09-01 AU Release Date 2016-09-01 NZ Release Date 2016-09-01 Narrator Tom Judd Translator Carlos E. Calvo Birth 1939 Affiliation Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Bipolar Clinic and Reseach Program, Massachusetts General Hospital Position Associate Professor of Psychiatry Qualifications Ph.D. Audience Age 12-17 Pages 240 Publisher Penguin Random House Childrens UK Alternative 9781446479872 Audience Children / Juvenile We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:99119781;

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