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When Billy, Laura's younger brother, is killed by a terrorist bomb in London, sixteen‑year‑old Laura takes it upon herself to uncover the identity of the perpetrator. The story follows her investigation in a tense, contemporary setting, blending suspense with the emotional toll of loss.
Laura's quest for justice takes her through London’s streets and into the shadows of the criminal world, highlighting the impact of terrorism on ordinary lives.
The novel explores themes of grief, resilience, and the fight against extremist violence while humanizing the protagonist’s determination to bring those responsible to account.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Caroline B. Cooney
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