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Description
Luke Harding, aged just 16, becomes the youngest person ever to qualify as a Forensic Investigator. When his Mobile Aid to Law and Crime (Malc) calls him to investigate a fellow student killed with an arrow, Luke barely has time to celebrate his final exams. Two more murders occur on campus, and all the evidence points to Luke himself, forcing him to prove his innocence while demonstrating his talent for cracking crimes.
Quick Summary
A 16-year-old forensic investigator solving crimes would be cool enough, but add in the twist that all the evidence points to HIM as the killer and you've got a page-turner that teens won't be able to put down. Readers will love the clever forensic science details and the pulse-pounding race against time as this teen prodigy tries to catch a ruthless killer while proving his own innocence. If your kid loves mystery thrillers like "One of Us Is Lying" or "The Inheritance Games," they'll be hooked on this forensic twist. Perfect for grades 6-10, especially for readers who devour detective stories and root for underdog geniuses.