This gripping Young Adult novel is based on the author's experiences within his gritty, dog eat dog high school in Northern England.
Paul Varderman is a shy introvert who becomes entangled in a web of lies and violence with school bully, Roth and his gang.
One day, Paul is handed a package by Roth to be given to a gang leader at a warring school. After delivering the package, Paul becomes wrapped up in an evil plot he cannot remove himself from.
A knife given to Paul by Roth becomes a bond between them that will never be broken.
The chapters are written in a flashback format jumping from the present to the events that led up to the horrific incident that impacts Paul's life forever.
This story is recommended for those in grades 6 and up.