Conspiracy Theory?

If given a taste of the first in her new Joshua Files series, anyone could be forgiven for thinking M.G. Harris was a male writer. I wonder if it was a tactical ploy to only give her initials in an effort to get those young boys on board who normally read books by Anthony Horowitz, Robert Muchamore, Charlie Higson, Chris Ryan etc. If so, then she’s one smart lady. From the outset Invisible City sets itself alongside many of the books by these writers. The main character gives the feeling of a young Jason Bourne, discovering his true identity for the first time.

M.G. starts the story in the UK, but it is obvious from the outset that the real mystery lies hidden in the home of the ancient Mayan cities, somewhere out in Mexico. Hidden behind the garish orange sleeve lies: murder, theft, UFOs, rumour of an ancient Mayan codex, government agents, police investigations, car chases, martial arts and more. Add to this that it’s written in an easy to read style and with enough mystery to keep you guessing right to the end and I’d say that M.G. has come up with a winning formula. I shall certainly be recommending this on to many young boys who are looking to progress beyond Alex Rider.