About This Book
In the second book of the Alex Rider series, 14-year-old Alex is blackmailed by MI6 into investigating the suspicious deaths of two powerful men, both linked to the mysterious Point Blanc Academy in the French Alps. Posing as a rebellious rich kid, Alex infiltrates the school, run by the sinister Dr. Grief, and uncovers a shocking plot involving human cloning and a plan for world domination. This action-packed thriller is perfect for middle-grade readers who enjoy spy stories, gadgets, and high stakes. Parents should be aware of themes of violence, peril, and the ethical implications of cloning.
Investigations into the "accidental" deaths of two of the world's most powerful men have revealed just one link: both had a son attending Point Blanc Academy – an exclusive school for rebellious rich kids, run by the sinister Dr Grief and set high on an isolated mountain peak in the French Alps. Armed only with a false ID and a new collection of brilliantly disguised gadgets, Alex must infiltrate the academy as a pupil and establish the truth about what is really happening there.
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Discussion Prompts
1
If you were Alex, would you have agreed to go on this mission? Why or why not?
2
What are some of the ethical questions raised by Dr. Grief's cloning project? Is cloning ever okay?
3
Alex shows incredible bravery throughout the book. What does bravery mean to you, and how do you think Alex demonstrates it?
4
How does Alex use his intelligence and resourcefulness to get out of dangerous situations?
5
The book has an ambiguous ending. What do you think happened to Alex and his clone? Why do you think the author chose to end it that way?
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