PRAISE FOR BERNARD BECKETT AND Jolt

‘Jolt reinforces Bernard Beckett’s distinguished position as
one of New Zealand’s literary luminaries…Jolt is daring,
innovative and provocative…A damn fine thriller, and a real
thrill of a book.’ Viewpoint

‘He pushes the boundaries of fiction for teenagers—and we
need him.’ Magpies

‘This is one great teenage thriller and I can’t recommend it
highly enough.’ Weekend Herald

‘A top-notch quality piece of writing. Hooking, unforgettable
and credible.’ Wanganui Chronicle

‘Funny, raw, fantastic…The most exciting young adult author
writing in this country.’ Kate De Goldi

‘Beckett’s superb writing is both raw and immediate.
Fast-paced and hair-raising, this thriller literally grabs
the reader from beginning to end and provides one
mean ride along the way.’
The Star

‘A taut, very compelling thriller with an edge-of-seat
cinematographic quality which makes it a must for every
secondary school library. It’s a most accomplished adolescent
novel—stunning, in fact. Highly recommended.’
Theschoolquarterly.com

‘An exhilarating read.’ The Listener

‘Rating: 10 out of 10. Jolt is a fantastic book. It is the best kidult thriller I have ever read—compelling, frightening, numbing, action-filled and taut with suspense. You have to read it.’ The Northern Advocate