Book details
The Shadow Project
Description
Danny Lipman is a thief . . . until one night he robs the wrong house. He inadvertently breaks into the headquarters of the Shadow Project, a secret government organization where teenage spies are trained to leave their bodies, using astral projection to travel around the world on deadly missions.Danny is captured, but the Project leaders quickly realize he has a special gift. And when a key operative--the director's daughter, Opal--goes missing, he is offered a choice: Join the Shadow Project or go to jail.Danny joins and is quickly sent to investigate the Project's current target: a worldwide terrorist organization known as the Sword of Wrath. But as he gets deeper in, he discovers both the Project and the Sword of Wrath are far more than they seem. Danny and his fellow operatives are caught up in an ancient supernatural conflict and will have to learn how to survive in a world without boundaries of space or time, where the wrong choice could be their last.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
384 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Plot: 'The Shadow Project' offers readers a thrilling and fast-paced adventure that combines elements of fantasy, science fiction, and espionage. The story's engaging plot keeps readers on the edge of their seats, eager to find out what happens next.
- Complex Characters: Herbie Brennan creates a cast of complex and relatable characters, each with their own strengths, weaknesses, and personal growth arcs. Readers can connect with the protagonists and enjoy watching their development throughout the story.
- Thought-Provoking Themes: The book explores thought-provoking themes such as the nature of reality, the ethics of government surveillance, and the power of the human mind. These themes encourage readers to think critically about the world around them and their own beliefs.
- Imaginative World-Building: Brennan's world-building is rich and detailed, creating a unique universe where the supernatural coexists with the modern world. The imaginative settings and the blend of technology and magic make 'The Shadow Project' an immersive reading experience.