Christopher, his mum and brother Anton have arrived at the end of nowhere, 12,000 miles from home. This is their last stop, all hopes for a new life pinned on a job offer.

But the new boss was expecting someone else, and things nearly fall apart before they start. After a long, rough drive they reach their new home. A tin shed with a dirt floor. A disgusting long drop, giant lizards and hoards of mosquitoes.

Christopher can’t relax, his mistrust of their new landlord and boss growing daily. He believes he has finally discovered the man’s secret and despite dense forest, wild animals and deadly snakes, he is determined to prove it. But he soon is up against something far more dangerous in the Australian bush, and there are lives on the line, including his own.

Another great quick read in this series from Paul Jennings. A fast plot, likeable characters, and an action-packed ending will capture reluctant readers.

Author – Paul Jennings

Illustrator – Geoff Kelly

Age – 8+

Teachers Notes here (Scroll down to bottom of page)

(Australia, Migrants, Courage, Distrust, Long drop, Pub, Crayfish, Loss, Secret, Blame, Quick Read)