Alex Rider Series

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The world’s only teen spy, Alex Rider, is one of the most popular book characters for young readers. The explosive action series aimed at 9-12 year olds was first published in 2000 and there are now more than ten books in the series as well as a prequel Russian Roulette and various graphic novel editions.

Written by bestselling British author Anthony Horowitz, the Alex Rider series has sold over 21 million copies worldwide and continues to thrill readers almost 20 years after its release. Horowitz is a master of action and crime, writing for both adults and children, including new James Bond and Sherlock Holmes novels as well as numerous TV episodes and films. Anthony Horowitz’s books have been described as “the not-so-secret weapon to get boys reading” thanks to the fast-paced plots, full of twists and cliff-hangers. 
 
Having been made into a film (Stormbreaker) in 2006, the boy spy is now gracing the small screen in the new Alex Rider TV series on Amazon Prime. The first season, based on Point Blanc (book 2), was released this year (2020), starring Otto Farrant as Alex Rider.

It’s best to start at the beginning of the series to get the back story. Stormbreakerbook 1 in the series, introduces us to 14-year-old Alex Rider, a normal teenager thrust into working for MI6 in the wake of his uncle’s suspicious death. Before he knows it, he is operating in a murky world of secret gadgets, weapons, terrorists and most of all danger. We love the Alex Rider books for their fast-paced action and nail-biting mysteries and Toppsta readers do too. Check out their five-star reviews for these exciting adventure stories, recommended for readers aged 9+. 
 
Check out these Teachers Notes for KS2 and KS3! And if you've finished the series, check out our list of recommendations for books like Alex Rider.

All the Alex Rider books in order:

Prequel: Russian Roulette (2013)
Book 1: Stormbreaker (2000)
Book 2: Point Blanc (2001)
Book 3: Skeleton Key (2002)
Book 4: Eagle Strike (2003)
Book 5: Scorpia (2004)
Book 6: Ark Angel (2005)
Book 7: Snakehead (2007)
Book 8: Crocodile Tears (2009)
Book 9: Scorpia Rising (2011)
Book 10: Never Say Die (2017)
Book 11: Short Stories: Secret Weapon (2016)
Book 12: Nightshade (2020)
Book 13: Nightshade Revenge (2023)

PLUS: Undercover (World Book Day Title 2020)

All the Alex Rider Graphic Novels in order:

Graphic Novel 1: Stormbreaker: The Graphic Novel (2006)
Graphic Novel 2: Point Blanc: The Graphic Novel (2007)
Graphic Novel 3: Skeleton Key: The Graphic Novel (2009)
Graphic Novel 4: Eagle Strike: The Graphic Novel (2012)
Graphic Novel 5: Scorpio: The Graphic Novel (2016)
Graphic Novel 6: Ark Angel: The Graphic Novel (2019)
Graphic Novel 7: Snakehead: The Graphic Novel (2024)

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Book 11 (Short Stories)
Book 11 (Short Stories)

Alex Rider: Secret Weapon

An essential collection of seven explosive Alex Rider stories by number one bestselling author, Anthony Horowitz. Ever ... MoreAlex Rider: Secret Weapon

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Book 12
Book 12

Nightshade

Get ready for action, adrenaline and adventure in this explosive, brand new Alex Rider mission by bestselling author, An... MoreNightshade

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Book 13
Book 13

Nightshade Revenge

When his best friend Tom is abducted, Alex Rider is given an ultimatum by Nightshade – a sinister cult of assassins with... MoreNightshade Revenge

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World Book Day
World Book Day

Alex Rider Undercover: Four Secret Files

Go undercover into the secret world of teen super spy Alex Rider in this explosive collection of action-packed short sto... MoreAlex Rider Undercover: Four Secret Files

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