- Paperback: 336 pages
- Publisher: Walker Books Ltd; Reprint edition (1 April 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0744583233
- ISBN-13: 978-0744583236
- Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 12.8 x 3.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (74 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 397,058 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Scorpia by Anthony Horowitz is a brilliant book! I was anticipating a really good book because the last four have been awesome but this book blew me away. It is a masterpiece. I think you can compare it the James Bond series because its every teenager’s spy fantasy. It’s not fair because it makes the reader instantly want to become a Secret Agent but as if that’s ever going to happen! It’s pure-class and is action packed. I read it all in one sitting because I became so engrossed in it, from the very first word I was totally absorbed into Alex Rider’s dangerous world. I don’t want to give any of the story away because it would spoil the entire book but all I can really say is Alex finds out about his family and there is a HUGE surprise at the ending. Alex Rider is all teenage girls ultimate dream, he is cute, brave and a spy for MI6!
Unfortunately he doesn’t lead a normal life because he is always in danger! In this book Alex finds himself questioning who his father was and what he was like. He discovered in the last book that the answer was in Venice. He was told ‘Go to Venice. Find Scorpia. And you will find your destiny…’
Whilst trying to find out who he is, he stumbles on Scorpia’s plan to destroy the world but this time he doesn’t know whether to join the baddies or the goodies. In fact he doesn’t know which side is which!
Alex doesn’t know whether to trust Scorpia or MI6. Who is the one looking out for him?
Unfortunately he doesn’t lead a normal life because he is always in danger! In this book Alex finds himself questioning who his father was and what he was like. He discovered in the last book that the answer was in Venice. He was told ‘Go to Venice. Find Scorpia. And you will find your destiny…’
Whilst trying to find out who he is, he stumbles on Scorpia’s plan to destroy the world but this time he doesn’t know whether to join the baddies or the goodies. In fact he doesn’t know which side is which!
Alex doesn’t know whether to trust Scorpia or MI6. Who is the one looking out for him?
The ending is sort of a cliffhanger because something very crucial happens. BUT unless Horowitz decides to write another book then it could be seen as a GREAT BIG SHOCKER. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I will cry if Horowitz doesn’t continue the series. It is longer than the other books but I read it all in one go. I am so sad! It is meant for older readers, perhaps 13 and above, because it is slightly violent but even then its still great fun. Horowitz has taken MI6 to a whole new level!
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book yesterday afternoon and did not put it down until the early hours of this morning. It is fast paced, exciting and keeps you dying to know what will happen next.
For those who have read the previous four books in the Alex Rider series this book certainly will not disappoint you!
It continues the story of 14-year-old Alex and his search for the truth behind the death of his parents and his work for MI6 as an under age spy.
In this instalment Alex travels to Italy to find Scorpia, which turns out to be an international crime syndicate that his father seems to have been involved with. Alex is offered a job working for Scorpia, however his first job is to kill a member of MI6.
There is also a plan to destabilize the world by destroying the friendship between America and Britain, which involves a lot of children potentially being killed. Alex, as usual endeavours to save the day.
The book continues the tongue in cheek references to James Bond and Horowitz writes with his usual humour as well as having his finger accurately on the pulse of what kids today think is cool.
The only sad part of this book is that the ending suggests that this may be the last instalment of the Alex Rider stories, which is a great shame as they are thoroughly enjoyable and exciting books. I felt really disappointed at the end not with the book, which was excellent, but at the thought that there may not be another to look forward to.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
It's a bit weird to think that I read this book first then got my sister to get me the other four books!! The story is gripping from the start and Mr. Horowitz; you must be the master of writing with suspense. I could hardly put this book down!
Alex must find out the truth about his father after Yassen Gregorovich told him that his father was a contract killer. His journey leads him to Julia Rothman who is the chairman of the sabotage, corruption, intelligence and assasination organization (a.k.a SCORPIA). Can he follow his father's footsteps though?!!!
I hope that there will be a sixth book.. THERE MUST BE!!! Totally worth buying. You won't put the book down till you've finished it!!
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THE GREATEST CHALLENGE YET
The start is lighthearted, thieves on a motorbike ingeniously thwarted in Venice, but this fifth Alex Rider novel quickly becomes very serious indeed. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mr. D. L. Rees
Again, a fantastic read for all Alex Rider fans
Alex Rider has returned, and even more unpredictable. Scorpia (the sequel to Eagle Strike) is a fantastic read, grabbing your attention from the first sentence and making you crave... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Osetinka
excellent book for 9year old
This is an excellent series for a confident reader probably best for ages 9 plus.
Very quick delivery.
Very quick delivery.
Published on 9 Feb 2010 by Alex Rider
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I have brought all the Alex Rider books and can safely say they are good reads and easy reading. The product arrived quickly, the condition was immaculate and the price was sooo... Read more
Published on 14 Jan 2010 by V. Martin
Scorpia - A. Horowitz
This book was in really good condition and came less than 48 hours after I ordered it - great service and a good price. Read more
Published on 7 Jan 2010 by C. Scott
Anthony Horowitz is awesome.
Great book, fast and brings the Alex Rider story back from the start. This author does nothing but impress the more I read.
Published on 15 Oct 2008 by Steven Fincher
Anthony Horowitz does it again.
My personal favorite of all the Alex Rider books, we see more of the personal feelings of young Alex. Read more
Published on 9 Oct 2008 by Carol Aldridge
Out of this world
Having not really liked the Alex Rider series much execept for the first book, I was weary about this installment. But I decided to buy it - and thank goodness I did. Read more
Published on 31 Dec 2007 by Nina Hall
A GOOD BOOK BUT NOT AS REALISTIC AS THE CHERUB SERIES
I have enjoyed all the books in the alex rider series and i like this book very much. I find the humor fuuny and unlike some of the sences in some of the cherub books it is... Read more
Published on 23 Dec 2007 by R. Harrison
My Boys Devoured this Book
Which is a good thing Right? I have 2 boys, 9 and 11, and they loved this Alex Rider book (and all the others in the series). I havn't read it so I can't tell you what it's about! Read more
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