Eagle Strike: Summary and book reviews of Eagle Strike by Anthony Horowitz, plus links to an excerpt from Eagle Strike and a biography of Anthony Horowitz.

Sir Damian Cray is a philanthropist, peace activist, and the world's most famous pop star. But still it's not enough. He needs more if he is to save the world. Trouble is, only Alex Rider recognizes that it's the world that needs saving from Sir Damian Cray. Underneath the luster of glamor and fame lies a twisted mind, ready to sacrifice the world for his beliefs. But in the past, Alex has always had the backing of the government. This time, he's on his own. Can one teenager convince the world that the most popular man on earth is a madman bent on destruction-before time runs out?

Media Reviews

Kirkus Reviews It's all absurd fun that lives up to the excitement young readers have come to expect from Horowitz.   School Library Journal For anyone who has enjoyed Alex's previous adventures, EagleStrike will prove just as good if not better, and for those who haven't been introduced to this young spy, this book will certainly get them addicted and anxiously awaiting the next installment.   VOYA Horowitz adds a new and darker element to Alex's character, promising a different relationship between him and the MI6 in future episodes.   KLIATT Alex, with his quick mind, spy training, and repertoire of martial arts moves, is unfailingly heroic, ...this entertaining thriller is sure to be popular. It moves at a breakneck pace and will engage even reluctant readers.

Recent Reader Reviews

Rated of 5 by Phoenix
Awesomest book EVER
Alex Rider books are awesome, I've already finished the whole series, but rereading only makes it better. You should TOTALLY read it!!!

Rated of 5 by Sid
Eagle Strike
Alex Rider is undoubtedly one of the most suspenseful and thrilling series ever. Eagle Strike indeed lived up to that reputation.

Rated of 5 by Harry Curtiss
Awesome
This is the best book I have ever read in my life! Read it!

Rated of 5 by Horowitz guy
AWESOME!!!!!!
This is a series of the best books in the world. I read all of them in just two weeks and loved 'em all. READ THEM!!:)

Rated of 5 by Jamie saunders
WOW
I started the Alex rider collection in April 2007 as a bit of fun and that was Stormbreaker I enjoyed it and by coincidence my little brother happened to have the second one (Point Blank) so I finished the first one and started the second and my...   Read More

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