Just published - and available from the Library, personally dedicated by the author too - Ice Shock, the second adventure in the thrilling Joshua Files series by Oxford based author MG Harris.
You'll instantly recognise these books as they have bright plastic sleeves: Invisible City, the first book has a day-glo orange sleeve, whilst Ice Shock's cover is fluorescent yellow.
In the first adventure, Invisible City, Joshua's father is reported dead in an air crash in Mexico. Was it simply a tragic accident? Why was his plane miles off course? Were there really UFOs in the sky at the time of the crash? Josh needs to find out the truth, and it's a dangerous path when an international hitman is on his trail in the depths of the Mexican jungle.
Visit thejoshuafiles.com and themgharris.com to find out more.
Alongside the launch of the second book, there is also an online alternate reality game The Descendant where characters and organisations from the world of the Joshua Files have their own blogs and websites. In this game Josh's godfather has been killed. Who did it, and why? During March 2009 clues, hints and tips will be revealed, and there will even be four live events with the characters. Watch the story unfold and try and solve the mystery. If you play in March you might expect to spend 10-15 minutes per day discovering and deciphering clues. At the end of the game you can post your answer, and a winner will be drawn. After March you can play the game at your own speed.
