After the First Death

After the First Death

Robert Cormier - 2016

Overview

This is a brilliantly tense hostage drama set on the outskirts of a small American town. A bus filled with young children is held captive by a ruthless group opposing a secret government agency. At the heart of the conflict are three teenagers: Miro, an emotionless terrorist; Kate, the bus driver; and Ben, the general's son acting as a go-between.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in tense dramas.
• Fans of Robert Cormier's previous works.
• Young adults exploring complex themes.

Key features

• Paperback edition
• 336 pages
• Published by Random House - Penguin
• ISBN: 9780141368894
• Published in 2016
• Part of The Originals collection