Case One: Knock Down by Christopher Ould

Case One: Knock Down by Christopher Ould

By Christopher Ould (author) Part of the Street Duty series

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Slick, gritty, electrifying drama from BAFTA award-winning writer, Chris Ould. He's fast becoming the freshest blood in YA crime fiction. This is a new series with 16 year old protagonists who are trainee police officers facing crime situations for the first time. The storylines are hard-hitting and challenging and Chris Ould does not shy away from the stark realities of youth crime.

Warning: Contains explicit language and content and we recommend it only for 15+ readers.

When Ashleigh is taken to hospital following a traffic accident, an examination of the unconscious girl reveals injuries that suggest a disturbing series of events prior to her being knocked down. Ashleigh has been keeping a dark secret - and sixteen-year-old Trainee Police Officer, Holly Blades, will stop at nothing to discover the truth.

Chris Ould was first published as a novelist for adults before going on to become a BAFTA-winning screenwriter, writing for television dramas including The Bill, Casualty, Solider Soldier and Hornblower.

Chris's first novel in a series for young adults, Street Duty: Knock-Down, will be published by Usborne in 2012. He is currently working on the second book in the series. Chris is married and lives in Dorset with his wife and son.

The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Case One: Knock Down and determined it is suitable for children aged 13-14 years old

Case One: Knock Down features in the following genres: Debuts of the Month, Recommendations, Recommended Children's eBooks, Featured Books for 13+ readers

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Case One: Knock Down was written by Christopher Ould and published by Usborne Publishing Ltd

Case One: Knock Down has 302 pages

Yes it is part of Street Duty series

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