Red Edge by Des Hunt – Book for Hire

Description

Twelve-year-old Cassi Whelan moves with her father to a repaired house beside Christchurch’s earthquake-damaged Red Zone. Still affected by memories of the earthquakes, Cassi finds escape in running through the deserted streets. When she notices suspicious activity at an abandoned neighbouring house, she teams up with tech-savvy Quinn to investigate. Their surveillance uncovers an international wildlife-smuggling operation, drawing them into increasing danger as they try to gather enough evidence to stop it.

Interest age: 10 – 12+

Reading age: 10 – 12+

Themes explored include: resilience, trauma and recovery, friendship, courage, bullying, belonging, trust, environmental protection, wildlife conservation, crime and justice, technology, problem-solving, perseverance, responsibility, consequences, Christchurch earthquakes