Charlie Higson ist für seine fesselnden Erzählungen bekannt, die sich oft mit den dunkleren Aspekten des Lebens befassen und Charaktere am Rande der Gesellschaft erforschen. Seine Young-Bond-Romane bieten einen aufregenden Einblick in die prägenden Jahre des ikonischen Spions und verbinden actionreiche Abenteuer mit einer ausgeprägten Horror-Sensibilität. Frühere Werke für Erwachsene präsentierten eine dystopischere Sicht auf den Alltag, in denen Protagonisten außer Kontrolle geraten, was ihm Vergleiche mit Autoren wie Brett Easton Ellis einbrachte. Higsons einzigartige Stimme liegt in seiner Fähigkeit, spannende, immersive Welten zu erschaffen, die bei Lesern Anklang finden, die Spannung und psychologische Tiefe suchen.
Der jugendliche Meisteragent ermittelt in einem weiteren Fall. Diesmal verschlägt die Verfolgung skrupelloser Gangster James bis auf die berühmt-berüchtigte Insel Lagrimas Negras. Und plötzlich droht sein vierter Fall auch James letzter zu werden, als offenbar wird, dass noch niemals jemand die Insel lebend verlassen hat.
Wenn die Toten dich jagen ... Die Epidemie bricht über ganz London herein - plötzlich und ohne Vorwarnung. Die Krankheit macht vor keinem Erwachsenen halt, und wer Glück hat, stirbt daran. Alle anderen erwachen nach der Infektion mit einem unerklärlichen Hunger und blutrünstiger Aggression. Keine Strasse, kein Haus ist mehr sicher für die jungen Menschen, und die Suche nach einem Zufluchtsort wird zum blutigen Kampf ums Überleben. Denn alle anderen sind plötzlich Feinde ... Charlie Higson, 1958 im englischen Somerset geboren, ist ein englischer Schauspieler, Sänger und Schriftsteller. Bekannt wurde er vor allem durch seine 'Young Bond'-Romane, eine Serie über den jungen James Bond, die in England ein Riesenerfolg ist. Der Autor lebt mit seiner Frau und den drei gemeinsamen Söhnen in London.
James Bond kommt als neuer Schüler auf die Eliteschule Eton. Als er seine ersten Ferien in Schottland verbringt, trifft er auf Lord Hellebore. Sein düsteres Schloss liegt am einsamen See Silverfin, dessen dunkle Gewässer ein tödliches Geheimnis bergen …
Wer war James Bond, bevor er 007 wurde? Ein (fast!) gewöhnlicher, liebenswerter Etonschüler mit einem Hang zur Gefahr und dem fatalen Talent in Schwierigkeiten zu geraten! Doch der dreizehnjährige James und Autor Charly Higson haben eines gemeinsam: Sie meistern ihre Aufgaben mit der ganzen Bravour des großen Vorbilds! Spannung pur für junge Leser: Ian Fleming und 007 hätten es nicht besser machen können.
In der Vorstadt von London in den 1990er Jahren führt Sean Crawley ein gewöhnliches und einsames Leben, geprägt von Alkohol und einem wenig erfüllenden Job. Sein Leben gerät aus den Fugen, als ein Kollege ihm einen ungewöhnlichen Job anbietet: Er soll einen Mann im Auftrag eines geheimnisvollen Unternehmers beobachten, im Austausch gegen Bargeld. Sean, der davon träumt, Privatdetektiv zu werden, stürzt sich in dieses Abenteuer, ahnt jedoch nicht, welche Gefahren ihn erwarten. Schnell verwandelt sich sein Traum in einen Albtraum, und er muss auf unerwartete Ressourcen zurückgreifen, um sich zu retten, wodurch eine verborgene Seite seiner Persönlichkeit ans Licht kommt. Die Geschichte zeichnet ein schonungsloses Porträt der gesellschaftlichen Außenseiter im zeitgenössischen Großbritannien. Der Autor Charles Higson verbindet Kriminalgeschichte mit einer burlesken Fabel und nutzt dabei typisch britischen schwarzen Humor.
Sammlerstück in akzeptablem Zustand, Taschenbuch von 1999, 372 Seiten. Äußere Lagerungsspuren am Cover, leichte Bräunung des Papiers. Innenteil gut erhalten und sauber, keine Eintragungen. Aus einem Nichtraucherhaushalt.
Swinging London war schon immer die Metropole Europas, ein Schmelztiegel der Kulturen und sozialen Schichten, ein kreatives Powerhaus. Drei hochkarätige Autoren widmen nun ihrer Stadt, dem Leben & lieben und dem donnernden Pulsschlag der 90er Jahre rasante bis ruppige Liebeserklärungen - ein aufregendes Lesevergnügen!
The Hunted is Charlie Higson's sixth terrifying installment in the thrilling The Enemy series. The sickness struck everyone over fourteen. First it twisted their minds. Next it ravaged their bodies. Now they roam the streets - Crazed and hungry The others had promised that the countryside would be safer than the city. They were wrong. Now Ella's all-alone except for her silent rescuer, Scarface - and she's not even sure if he's a kid or a grown-up. Back in London, Ed's determined to find her. But getting out of town's never been more dangerous- because coming in the other direction is every SICKO in the country. It's like they're being called towards the capital and nothing is going to stop them...In the penultimate book in The Enemy series, the survivors' stories cross with chilling consequences.
The Fallen by Charlie Higson is the fifth awesome book in The Enemy series. First the sickness rotted the adults' minds. Then their bodies. Now they stalk the streets, hunting human flesh. The Holloway crew are survivors. They've fought their way across London and made it to the Natural History Museum alive - just. But the fight will never end while the Enemy lives, unless there's another way. . . The kids at the museum are looking for a cure. All they need are medical supplies. To get them means a journey down unknown roads. Roads where not only crazed, hungry sickos hide in the shadows. SUDDENLY IT'S NOT SO CLEAR WHO - OR WHAT - THEY'RE FIGHTING. The fourth terrifying part of Charlie Higson's bestselling Enemy series. The Enemy is among us. . . ** 2013 is the year of zombies, with Brad Pitt's World War Z and Nicholas Holt's Warm Bodies films hitting cinemas. ** 'Lord of the Flies with zombies' - Rick Riordan, creator of the Percy Jackson series. ** Charlie Higson is the bestselling author of Young Bond, and creator of The Fast Show. ** Perfect for bloodthirsty fans of 28 Days Later and Darren Shan's Zom-B series.
Follows the dual storylines of Small Sam on his search for Ella and of Shadowman's discoveries about Saint George and the Disease itself.
The sickness struck everyone sixteen and over. Mothers and fathers, older brothers, sisters, and best friends. No one escaped its touch. And now children across London are being hunted by ferocious grown-ups who are hungry, bloodthirsty, and not giving up. DogNut and the rest of his crew, in search of the friends they lost during the fire, set off on a deadly mission from the Tower of London to Buckingham Palace and beyond, as the sickos lie in wait. But who are their friends and who is the enemy in this changed world?
As a disease turns everyone over sixteen into brainless, decomposing, flesh-eating creatures, a group of teenagers head to London. Ed, Jack, Bam and the other students at Rowhurst School learn more about the Disaster, and meet an adult who seems to be immune to the disease.
Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online. Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content. The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary. Visit the Penguin Readers website Exclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys. On Loch SilverFin in Scotland, a bad man lives in a castle with his son. James Bond and his new friend Red Kelly go to the castle. They must find Red's missing cousin, Alfie. But what do they find in the castle? Do they find Alfie, or is it too late?
It all comes to an end in the final book in The Enemy series The sickness struck everyone over fourteen. First it twisted their minds. Next it ravaged their bodies. Now they roam the streets - Crazed and hungry. Sickos swarm the streets of London. Gathered in the centre of the city, they lie in wait. The survivors have one final epic battle to overcome. Together they must work out a plan of attack and end the grown-ups reign of terror before it's too late. The end is coming.
This print edition is the culmination of a year-long series of ebooks to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the hit BBC series, Doctor Who. Eleven stories, eleven authors, eleven unique interpretations of the Doctor: his terrifying alien enemies and his time-travelling adventures. The authors involved in this exciting project are Eoin Colfer, Michael Scott, Marcus Sedgwick, Philip Reeve, Patrick Ness, Richelle Mead, Malorie Blackman, Alex Scarrow, Charlie Higson, Derek Landy and Neil Gaiman.
*A hilarious new book from the bestselling children's author* Just how scary can a holiday be? Very . . . Twelve-year-old Stan is going on holiday. To Italy. He's not going with his family though, he's going with his best-friend Felix (although if Stan was honestly ranking his friends, Felix would be number five). He's absolutely terrified. Luckily, as well as emergency euros, Stan's mum has given him an emergency list that includes how to survive a shark attack, and what to do if he gets abducted by kidnappers. Stan thinks that a better list would include how to cope with weird toilets, and what to do if he accidentally calls Felix's mum 'mum' in front of everybody. And it soon turns out that Italy is full of strange food, difficult games, jellyfish and mosquitoes called Ian. Can Stan survive all this, as well as very complicated (and also, actually, very strange) grown-ups? One thing's for certain, Stan's not going to come back the same boy he left. He just hope he comes back at all . . . Worst. Holiday. Ever is a story about facing fears, dealing with worries, and how it's OK to be anxious, scared, and sometimes a little bit brave.
A guide to the world and adventures of Young Bond. Containing information - from character profiles to the cars, the weapons and the exotic locations, as well as facts, statistics, photographs, maps, and illustrations - it is suitable for Young Bond fans.
The dark waters around a remote Scottish castle hold a sinister secret - one man with a thirst for power will use it, whatever the cost. Silverfin must be stopped, and there is only one boy who can do it. Bond. James Bond
Dennis 'The Menace' Pike, former wild man of Tottenham, is going grey and going straight. Anyway, it was hard work being a yob- the birds, the brawls, the endless beers- and he hasn't really got the energy any more for life on the edge. Then two old faces turn up from the past- the Bishop brothers, Chas and Noel. Famously inept, they were bad news then, and they haven't aged well. What's worse, they need Pike's expertise on a scheme wealth distribution really- offloading one of the old gang's ill-gotten millions. Robbing the robbers- now what's criminal about that? Pike, still haunted by what happened one wreckless night all those years ago, refuses to get involved. But old habits die hard, and when he suddenly finds his bank account tampered with, Pike is drawn back into a world he spent ten years escaping. Thug or mug, he is nevertheless forced to confront a man so psychotically unhinged that his own youth seems like mere kids' stuff...A slick, razor-sharp novel, FULL WHACK is packed full of searing wit, scurrilous characters and nefarious knock-about.
A brilliantly compelling new crime novel from the Fast Show star and bestselling author of the Young Bond series.
The Sunday Times bestsellerIt's two days before the coronation of King Charles III. James Bond is sent at the last minute to thwart an attempt to disrupt the coronation by the deadly megalomaniac AEthelstan of Wessex, who is on a mission to rule the United Kingdom and rewrite history.
In a world ravaged by a mysterious illness that turns adults into violent, zombie-like creatures, a group of young survivors must navigate the dangers of a post-apocalyptic London. The Enemy Series, comprising seven volumes, follows the harrowing journey of these children as they struggle to find safety, food, and a sense of normalcy amidst chaos. Key characters include the resourceful and brave Ed, the intelligent but conflicted Jack, and the fiercely loyal group leader, Maxie. Throughout the series, themes of survival, friendship, and the loss of innocence are explored as the children confront not only the threat posed by the infected adults but also the challenges of human nature and morality in extreme circumstances. The narrative delves into the dynamics of leadership, the importance of community, and the psychological toll of living in a world where trust is scarce. Each volume builds on the characters' development and their relationships, highlighting their resilience and adaptability in the face of overwhelming odds. The series combines elements of horror, adventure, and emotional depth, offering a comprehensive look at a society in collapse and the enduring spirit of youth.
A funny and face paced noir thriller from bestselling author Charlie Higson
Stan has found himself a starring role as superhero in a popular TV show. He's absolutely terrified. After surviving a holiday to Italy without his parents (which included jellyfish and giant watermelons), Stan reckons he deserves a bit of a break. Or at a least a break in between trying to act in his school play. But when he's offered the chance to take a tour around a TV studio, he thinks it can't do any harm. How wrong he is. Before Stan can say 'Boy of Steel' he's landed himself a part as a main character in one of the most well-known TV shows there is - as a brainy superhero. Convinced he's going to embarrass himself in front of millions of people - and worried about leaving his friends to face a school play on their own - can Stan find a way to use his new-found fame for good? Or will he be the Worst. Superhero. Ever . . .
This new edition of the Oxford Children's Colour Dictionary is ideal for a head start in reading, writing and spelling at primary school. With clear definitions and helpful notes, and now including brand new writing tips from top children's authors, this handy dictionary encourages creativity, expands vocabulary and helps with homework.
Bond is back! De familie van een schoolgenoot van James verdwijnt op de Middellandse Zee. James ontdekt een duister genootschap dat samenkomt op een verborgen plek op zijn kostschool Eton En ver van Groot-Brittanni in het ruige binnenland van Sardini heeft een sinistere Italiaanse graaf een bizar fort in de bergen gebouwd. Is er een connectie? Toeval zorgt ervoor dat James zijn zomervakantie op Sardini doorbrengt. Hij komt steeds meer te weten over het complot dat daar wordt gesmeed.Opnieuw beleeft Bond een avontuur dat je bloed doet koken!
Before the name became a legend. Before the boy became the man. Meet Bond. James Bond. Something is in the water at Loch Silverfin. Something deadly. Something secret. On his first day at Eton, James already meets his first enemy. In remote Loch Silverfin, a terrifying discovery threatens to unleash a new breed of warfare.
Než se jméno stalo legendou. Než se chlapec stal mužem. Seznamte se s Bondem. Jamesem Bondem. James Bond odhalil nebezpečí. Nyní se stává lovnou zvěří. Rodina jednoho studenta z Etonu zmizí na moři. James odhaluje tajnou společnost působící ve skrytosti ve škole. A daleko od Anglie, v bandity zamořeném vnitrozemí Sardinie si zlověstný italský hrabě vybudoval horskou pevnost. Existuje mezi těmito událostmi nějaká spojitost? Mladý Bond se to chystá zjistit – a pod spalujícím středomořským sluncem musí čelit smrtelně nebezpečné bandě zločinců. James Bond je nejproslulejší ze všech tajných agentů, co kdy existovali. Jeho život ve skrytém světě britských tajných služeb brilantně zachytilo čtrnáct klasických knih Iana Fleminga od Casina Royale po Chobotničku. Ian Fleming začal psát o Jamesi Bondovi před více než padesáti lety. Jako kronikář Bondovy kariéry u tajné služby byl Fleming mimořádně povolanou osobou – sám se účastnil vysoké zpravodajské hry za druhé světové války.
James Bond je nejznámějším špionem, který kdy žil na zeměkouli. Jeho život v mlhavém stínu Britské tajné služby skvěle zdokumentovalo čtrnáct klasických knih, napsaných Ianem Flemingem, od Casina Royal po Chobotničku. Ale teprve teď se nám do rukou dostávají fragmenty z let, kdy James Bond teprve vyrůstal. Ian Fleming začal psát o Jamesi Bondovi téměř před padesáti lety. K zaznamenání špionážní kariéry Jamese Bonda měl mimořádné předpoklady. Sám zaujímal vysoké postavení v tajné službě a sbíral zkušenosti ve Druhé světové válce.
NAPŮL PŘÍBĚH A NAPŮL HRA – A HRDINOU JSI TY! Máš dost odvahy, aby ses postavil všemocné a strašlivé královně chaosu, která za Branami Smrti ustavičně nabývá na síle? Allansie se ocitá pod náporem hrozivého moru. Její obyvatelé jsou zasaženi nemocí, která je mění v ohyzdná, démonická monstra. Vybavený protijedem se musíš vydat do Neviditelného Města, ale cesta je plná nebezpečenství a predátorů na každém kroku. Nemůžeš věřit nikomu, protože každý, s kým se setkáš, už může být zasažený démonickou chorobou...
Before the name became a legend. Before the boy became the man. Meet Bond. James Bond. Something is in the water at Loch Silverfin. Something deadly. Something secret. On his first day at Eton, James already meets his first enemy. In remote Loch Silverfin, a terrifying discovery threatens to unleash a new breed of warfare.
