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Ark Angel

Anthony Horowitz
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Ark Angel

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

Book Brief

Anthony Horowitz

Ark Angel

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

326

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 2000s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

680L

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Super Short Summary

In Anthony Horowitz’s young adult thriller novel Ark Angel, teenage spy Alex Rider, recovering from a previous mission, is drawn into a conflict involving a powerful eco-terrorist organization, Force Three, while protecting a Russian billionaire's son, Paul Drevin. Alex joins the Drevin family and uncovers a plot related to the construction of a space hotel called Ark Angel that could have catastrophic consequences.

Adventurous

Exciting

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Informative

Reviews & Readership

4.4

50,941 ratings

77%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Ark Angel by Anthony Horowitz receives acclaim for its fast-paced action, engaging plot, and strong protagonist, Alex Rider. The novel's suspenseful narrative and inventive scenarios captivate readers, though some critics find the plot's plausibility stretched and character development limited. Overall, a thrilling read for young adults.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Ark Angel?

Fans of fast-paced, action-packed thrillers like Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series and Robert Muchamore's CHERUB books will enjoy Anthony Horowitz's Ark Angel. Ideal for readers aged 10-14 who appreciate smart, adventurous protagonists navigating complex, high-stakes scenarios.

4.4

50,941 ratings

77%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Ark Angel is the sixth book in Anthony Horowitz's Alex Rider series, which follows a teenage spy working for MI6.

The novel draws inspiration from real-life tech advancements and ideas about space hotels, reflecting the author's interest in futuristic themes.

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Anthony Horowitz wrote the Alex Rider series as an attempt to create a contemporary James Bond for younger audiences, blending action with relatable teenage dilemmas.

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Book Details
Pages

326

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 2000s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

680L

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