By Jason Rohan (author) Part of the S.T.E.A.L.T.H. series
"Pesky kids frustrate the baddies, avert World War III and win the respect of MI6 in this action-packed adventure"
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It’s an ordinary day at school for friends Arun and Sam, until class rebel Donna informs them that there are plain clothes police at Arun’s house. Bunking off, the three check it out and a day of revelations for Arun follows: his dad is not the mild-mannered banker he seems, but the genius inventor behind MANDROID, a machine designed to be undetectable and run search and rescue operations, but which, in the wrong hands, could become an undetectable means of delivering weapons of mass destruction to an enemy’s capital.
When his dad is kidnapped, the three kids set out to rescue him and prevent his kidnappers from getting away with MANDROID too. They turn out to be a much more effective team than ‘the feds’ as Donna calls the forces of law and order, staying one step ahead of goodies and baddies alike through a combination of intelligence, quick-thinking, and simply being kids (who’s going to suspect three year 7s?) Set over the course of just 13 hours, the action is inventive and non-stop, full of car chases, shoot outs, explosions and a final death-defying escape that will have everyone hanging on to the edge of their seats. It’s great fun and just the first in a series that promises more explosive action.
One to recommend to fans of Alex Rider and the new Swift and Hawk Cyberspies.
They're in a race to save his dad ... and the world. When his dad disappears, Arun Lal is amazed to discover that he was secretly working on a classified project and has been kidnapped by people intent on stealing it. Along with his geeky best friend Sam and tough-talking Donna, Arun is plunged into a race to rescue his father and find his creation before the thieves can turn it into a destructive global weapon.
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Arun, Donna and Sam are ordinary school kids with an extraordinary secret. They are S.T.E.A.L.T.H., a crack team of agents in charge of the most cutting-edge piece of tech the world doesn't know exists: MANDROID. Always flying under the radar, they solve crimes, prevent disasters and rescue the innocent - and they still have to get their homework in on time!
Full of thrilling high-octane car chases and more, this is the first in an explosive new action-adventure middle grade series.
Perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Alex Rider, Cherrub and Mission: Impossible.
Jason Rohan has worked as a staff writer for Marvel Comics in New York and as an English teacher in Japan, where he lived for five years. He returned to the UK and now lives in West London with his wife and five children.
Reader Review panel members Alexander, age 9 and Daniel, age 7 were very excited to meet Jason when he was he was holding a workshop at their local library.
A Q&A with Jason about his novel, The Sword of Kuromori
1. How did you get the idea for this book? I wanted to write a contemporary fantasy adventure with mythical elements, but I didn’t want to use anything that had been done before or was already familiar to a western audience. Having spent five years in Japan, it made sense for me to have a closer look at Japanese folklore, which is vibrant and colourful. It was while I was doing my research that a number of elements fell into place and the story came together. 2. How would you describe the book? It’s a fast-paced thrill-ride, full of monsters, magic and mayhem. The setting of modern Japan is both familiar and foreign. As the main character is newly arrived, there are lighter moments of cultural misunderstanding to balance out some of the more serious themes. 3. Which is your favourite character/theme in the book? One of the underlying themes is about taking charge of your own life. The choices we make determine who we are and who we become. Kenny, the main character, has a lot of excuses for avoiding difficult decisions and in some ways would like to avoid growing up and taking responsibility. However, in life, sometimes we are forced to make decisions and we have to manage the consequences. 4. How long did it take you to write this book? About five months for the first draft, while working full time at my day job. 5. How did you do the research for it? Where did you look/go? There’s a wealth of information on the internet these days, and Wikipedia is always a good place to start with any subject. Once I had an overview of Japanese folklore, I was able to drill down into details of specific myths, legends and creatures. My Japanese is rusty but it was still able to help me work through some Japanese language websites. In addition to this, I picked up lots of books of Japanese folk tales and legends, some of which were written over a hundred years ago. Finally, I spent a lot of time poring over Google Maps, guide books and photos to remind myself of my old haunts in Tokyo and beyond. I left a long time ago and I knew some of these would have changed. 6. What other books have you written? I have three other books languishing in a drawer waiting to see the light of the day, and a few articles in print, but The Sword of Kuromori is my first published novel.
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Arun has an ordinary life until one day his father is kidnapped. No one knows what to do. So it’s up to Arun and his classmates-Donna and Sam- to figure out what the mysterious MANDROID is, save Arun’s father and …the entire world. All without getting caught.
This was a thrilling and entertaining book full of action and adventure. I was sat in suspense the entire book. I could not have enjoyed this funny story anymore.
I found myself getting quickly attached to the characters, especially Donna, who was awesome. Car chases, a dangerous weapon and a race against time.... Read Full Review
An amazing and suspenseful plot. Action packed adventure crime thriller with car chases, comedy and secrets. A truly grippping read.
This fabulous book is about a 12-year-old schoolchild called Arun who starts off ordinary at 7:55am. He soon finds out that his dad has been kidnapped and there might be no way of getting him back without destroying the world. So, with his best friend Sam and the mysterious Donna, they must go and save the world. This is not just any kidnapping; it is a test of loyalties, intelligence and physical strengths. What lengths the kidnappers may go to, to get what they want, no one knows. I really enjoyed reading this gripping book; it was impossible to put down and time flew while I was reading. The plot was amazing and suspenseful. Their amazing, action-packed adventure not only had elements of comedy but it also was an awesome crime thriller! I would give this a rating of 11/10 or 6/5 in adventure, action, and crime.... Read Full Review
A fast paced thriller which keeps you on your toes.
S.T.E.A.L.T.H. Access Denied is a fantastic thriller with a lot of action in it. It has a really fast moving plot. It didn’t take me long to read it.
Arun Lal’s dad is kidnapped by people wanting to steal a secret project that he has been working on. Arun, together with his best friend Sam and Donna, a classmate, have to rescue his Dad before the kidnappers can create a destructive global weapon.
It is a bit unrealistic at times. Why does Arun believe Donna at the beginning of the book? Why does he skip school because of what she says? They are hardly close friends. However, it is is a great and exciting read. I liked the bit where Arun phones his Mum, having disappeared to try and save his Dad.... Read Full Review
They're in a race to save his dad ... and the world. When his dad disappears, Arun Lal is amazed to discover that he was secretly working on a classified project and has been kidnapped by people intent on stealing it.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Stealth: Access Denied and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old
Stealth: Access Denied features in the following genres: Adventure Stories, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Crime & Mystery, Featured Books for 11+ readers, Recommendations, Books Reviewed by our Reader Review Panels, Featured Books for 9+ readers
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Stealth: Access Denied was written by Jason Rohan and published by Nosy Crow
Stealth: Access Denied has 296 pages
Yes it is part of S.T.E.A.L.T.H. series
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