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Teenage kickboxing champion Connor Reeves is determined to do his father, a former special forces soldier, proud. Recruited into the ranks of a top-secret young bodyguard squad known as Guardian, Connor trains in surveillance, anti-ambush exercises, hostage survival and unarmed combat. Whatever it takes to prepare him for the dangerous missions ahead.
But nothing can prepare Connor for his first assignment when the US president summons him to protect the First Daughter. For not even the Secret Service knows that a terrorist sleeper cell has been activated in America. Its mission: to take the president’s daughter hostage.
Combining pulse-pounding action, diabolical enemies, and an insider's knowledge of the tricks of the trade, the BODYGUARD series is the perfect target for fans of Alex Rider, James Bond, 24, and Jason Bourne.
Praise for BODYGUARD
“Breathtaking action . . . as real as it gets.”—Eoin Colfer, author of the bestselling Artemis Fowl series
"The training sequences are detailed and realistic, and Connor is relatable and likable. Featuring intense action sequences and strong friendships, this series starter will appeal to reluctant readers and fans of the 'Alex Rider' books."—School Library Journal on Recruit
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Release date
May 9, 2017 -
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OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9781524736989
- File size: 2983 KB
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EPUB ebook
- ISBN: 9781524736989
- File size: 2983 KB
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Languages
- English
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Levels
- ATOS Level: 6.3
- Lexile® Measure: 830
- Interest Level: 4-8(MG)
- Text Difficulty: 4-5
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Reviews
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July 1, 2017
Gr 5-7-In the world of celebrities and teen pop stars, bodyguards are a necessity. This novel introduces readers to an organization that employs highly trained teenagers to act as bodyguards for VIPs. Connor, skilled in martial arts, is recruited into this elite organization. His first assignment is to protect the president's teenage daughter, Alicia, who quickly tries to lose her Secret Service detail and has no idea fellow teen Connor is there to guard her. When a terrorist group plans to kidnap Alicia and hold her hostage, Connor's abilities are put to the test. The training sequences are detailed and realistic, and Connor is relatable and likable. The next five installments will publish simultaneously, satisfying readers who wish to binge-read the entire series. VERDICT Featuring intense action sequences and strong friendships, this series starter will appeal to reluctant readers and fans of the "Alex Rider" books.-Mary Hyson, Eyer Middle School, Macungie, PA
Copyright 2017 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
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