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A gripping, post-apocalyptical adventure set in the ruins of London and about a desperate race to find a relic of extraordinary power. Each book will have its own unique code on the cover, linking it to a clue-finder's website, and the chance to be named in the next story. A sequel will follow in 2012. Ages: 11+ *Previously appeared in January Buyer's Notes with the title "Scavs"*
Synopsis
In a ruined future, it's rumoured that an extraordinary artefact lies buried. Everyone wants it. But why? What is it? For Cass and Wilbur, slaving to dig it up, there are no answers. But when tw strange children turn up claiming to know about the lost relic their world is changed for ever. Together they have six days to find it.