This book contains short chapters, and an easy-to-read style.
It's 1955 in Kenya, and Thuo is fifteen. His country is at war with the British, and Thuo hates his Mau Mau brother, Kungu. Will he help him in a time of great need?
The Shades 2.0 series. It is perfect for reluctant teens who still want an exciting, unpatronising read that is relevant to their interests and concerns, but who don't want to read a longer novel. With a length of only 6,000 words, and filled with drama, this story will appeal to all reluctant teen readers.
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