The Way of the Warrior (Young Samurai, Book 1)

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Author: Chris BradfordInterest age: from c 9 yearsPublished on 7 August 2008 by Penguin Random House Children's UK (Puffin) in the United Kingdom as part of 'the Young Samurai' ser ies.Paperback | 352 pages197 x 129 x 23mm | 246gYoung Samurai: The Way of the Warrior is the first book in this blockbuster series by Chris BradfordAugust 1611. Jack Fletcher is shipwrecked off the coast of Japan - his beloved father and the crew lie slaughtered by ninja pirates. Rescued by the legendary sword master Masamoto Takeshi, Jack's only hope is to become a samurai warrior. And so his training begins. But life at the samurai school is a constant fight for survival. Even with his friend Akiko by his side, Jack is singled out by bullies and treated as an outcast. With courage in his heart and his sword held high, can Jack prove himself and face his deadliest rival yet?'A fantastic adventure that floors the reader on page one and keeps them there until the end' - Eoin Colfer***You can learn more about Chris Bradford and his books at www.youngsamurai.com.*** Show more