Father Thames

By Robin Price and Paul McGrory


Father Thames
Online price: £7.99
Paperback, 144 pages
Published: 1st October 2011

Category: Fiction 10+
Interest age, years: From 8 To 11

Rebellious teen Jemima Mallard has done the unthinkable. She’s joined the Youth Police Department (YPD).
Is she serious, or is she spying for the criminal Father Thames? Fellow YPD officer Nick Mallard isn’t sure. Before he can test her loyalty, the two must go to war.
Their city is under attack. From the Thames Barrier Reef to the Sink estates, strange ships have breached the defences. London hasn’t seen anything like these raiders – adults and kids sailing and working together. But orders are orders, Jem must find find a way to stop them.
Father Thames is the page-turning sequel to London Deep, set in a sinking city where two rival police forces – kids vs adults – compete to keep the peace. It is half book, half graphic novel, with artwork on every page.

Part book, part graphic novel, this is the gripping sequel to London Deep and continues the topical theme of global warming... Unusual in style and fast-moving, the writing ensures the reader is totally absorbed in the book and the people and places spring to life. The format is perfect for encouraging reluctant readers and they will be well rewarded by this exciting story. - Parents in Touch

Father Thames is the page-turning sequel to London Deep, set in London, now a sinking city where two rival police forces - kids vs adults - compete to keep the peace. Rebellious teen Jemima is determined in her new role within the Youth Police Department to track down her mother who turns out to be one of the leaders of a 'terrorist' group undermining the city. With non-stop adrenalin-fuelled drama throughout it won't disappoint both new and existing ardent fans of the London Deep series. The mix of text and graphic novel artwork throughout the book adds a further level to the story. - Lovereading



Publication Details:

Binding: Paperback, 144 pages
ISBN: 9781906132040
Format: 216mm x 135mm

BIC Code: YFB
BISAC Code:  FIC028000
Imprint: Mogzilla


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