Book Review, Young Adult

Dangerous Influence by Sally Nicholls

Blunt and totally honest, Dangerous Influence explores the issues of online safety and children’s right to privacy through this engaging Young Adult novel for readers age 13+ but with a reading level of 8+. As one of Barrington Stoke’s invaluable high-interest, low-reading-level books, it is accessible to a wide range of readers while remaining thought-provoking and relevant for all young people. With so much to discuss, it would make an excellent form-time read for Key Stage 3 and 4 classes.

Anna and Josie’s mum is internet famous. Her vlog and social media posts document their lives online –  the good, the bad and everything in between. When they were younger, it was awkward; now, it’s becoming hugely embarrassing and is having a major impact on their friendships. They try to explain that they want it to stop but it’s Mum’s livelihood and she loves the attention. Will it take a stalker and an active strike by the girls to make Mum realise the danger they’re in?

Barrington Stoke can always be relied on to create entertaining, meaningful, empathy-filled stories that are accessible and empowering for readers. With dyslexia-friendly font, spacing and page tint, everyone can enjoy these books. The manageable length and carefully chosen vocabulary encourages success and brings children back for more.

For similar themes for slightly younger readers, try Boy vs Reality by James Fox.

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