The Shot
Children & Young Adult, Young Adult, YA Age 14+, YA Social Issues
Standing on the sidelines isn’t an option
One day in his apartment block, seventeen-year-old Robin witnesses the murder of a far-right German Alternative Party member, whose leader, Fred, is one of Robin’s childhood friends. The party followers place the blame on repeat offender Hakan, while using the brutal killing to stoke xenophobia and fear. Even Robin’s sister Mel joins the movement and attends the daily vigils. Until now, Robin has managed to keep out of the fights erupting around his apartment block. However, as he now knows: If he wants to bring the truth to light, he will have to leave the sidelines.
- Topics from today’s headlines combined into a white-knuckle thriller
- An exploration of contemporary themes, such as the desire for simple solutions, corruptibility, and potential radicalization
Christian Linker, born in 1975, studied Theology in Bonn and worked in politics before dedicating himself fully to writing. His novels, which always grapple with controversial themes, have received numerous awards.
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Standing on the sidelines isn’t an option
One day in his apartment block, seventeen-year-old Robin witnesses the murder of a far-right German Alternative Party member, whose leader, Fred, is one of Robin’s childhood friends. The party followers place the blame on repeat offender Hakan, while using the brutal killing to stoke xenophobia and fear. Even Robin’s sister Mel joins the movement and attends the daily vigils. Until now, Robin has managed to keep out of the fights erupting around his apartment block. However, as he now knows: If he wants to bring the truth to light, he will have to leave the sidelines.
- Topics from today’s headlines combined into a white-knuckle thriller
- An exploration of contemporary themes, such as the desire for simple solutions, corruptibility, and potential radicalization