The Power of Five: Raven's Gate (Book 1)

The first book in the bestselling fantasy series The Power of Five by Anthony Horowitz. Matt has always known he has unusual powers. Raised in foster care, he is sent to Yorkshire on a rehabilitation programme, only to find himself in the midst of sinister goings-on. Matt investigates and uncovers a terrible secret – eight guardians are protecting the world from the Old Ones, beings banished long ago by five children. But devil worshippers want to let the Old Ones back in...

Master a thrilling descent into a world of dark magic, ancient prophecies, and high-stakes suspense as a regular teenager discovers his extraordinary destiny. You will follow Matt's desperate struggle to survive in an isolated community where no one can be trusted, uncovering a terrifying plot involving witchcraft, telekinesis, and a centuries-old conspiracy.

This gripping, suspenseful adventure from the author of the bestselling Alex Rider series strips away the ordinary to deliver a relentlessly tense ride. It balances a dark, atmospheric mystery with explosive action, offering a powerful exploration of fate, survival, and the ultimate battle to keep an ancient evil banished from our world.