1.4 (0.4) - Softcover

The thrilling sequel to 0.4. Plug into a new generation of sci-fi.

In the far future, people no longer know what to believe... Did Kyle Straker ever exist? Or were his prophecies of human upgrades nothing more than a hoax? Peter Vincent is nearly 16, and has never thought about the things that Strakerites believe. His father – David Vincent, creator of the artificial bees that saved the world’s crops – made sure of that. When the Strakerites pronounce that another upgrade is imminent, Peter starts to uncover a conspiracy amongst the leaders of the establishment, a conspiracy that puts him into direct conflict with his father.

An international sensation putting science fiction books for teens back on the map. 1.4 is an apocalyptic sci-fi thriller perfect for fans of War of the Worlds, I am Legend, The Matrix and the X Files.

Mike Lancaster lives in Cambridge with his wife, kids, dogs, cats, horses, leopard geckos, and somewhere in between the zoo-keeping he writes stories. 0.4 was his first book for children, and he followed his exciting sci-fi thriller up with the sequel 1.4.