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The Thirty-Nine Steps

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Author: John Buchan

Summary: Richard Hannay is saved from a boring life in England when a neighbor is murdered in his apartment, and he is thrown into the doings of high-level international espionage. His life is in peril as he runs from the dangerous spies who want him dead, and, at the same time, works to prevent the spies' plans from succeeding. 140pps. ISBN 978-1592249695

Reading Level: Young Adult

Reviewed by: Derri Smith, May, 2005

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This is clearly a book for older teens and adults, rather than children. The topic is international espionage and murder; hardly fare for little ones. Despite a few glitches (see noteworthy content), this is a well-written and interesting example of the suspense genre. I liked it better than most, because it provides suspense without real terror. Most of the time, in fact, Richard Hannay is rather enjoying the battle of the wits, even though the stakes are high and he is in danger. If you like books of this type, you will likely enjoy The Thirty-Nine Steps.

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