Threescore Years and Ten

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On his 16th birthday, Charlie Masters wakes up on a beach with no memory, a USB stick, and a cryptic note from his parents: ‘Stay hidden; trust nobody.’ Desperate for answers, he breaks into a school to access the USB but is caught by Kirsty, a sharp-witted local girl living on the fringes of society.

With Kirsty’s help, Charlie deciphers the message, which reveals a rendezvous point 250 miles away in just one week. As they race across the country, fragments of Charlie’s memory return, slowly revealing the shocking truth about his family’s disappearance. But with shadowy forces using the full power of the state to hunt him down – growing more ruthless as they close in – Charlie must uncover why he is so important and why his very existence is a threat.

As his bond with Kirsty deepens, one question haunts him: Can he really trust her? Every time a new clue emerges, the warning echoes in his mind:

‘Charlie – trust NOBODY!’

Ben Evans is a professional youth worker, who has worked with young people since leaving school himself. A single father of two growing-up children, outside of work he spends time walking and running, visiting every single pub in Gloucestershire, and obsessing over his beloved Cheltenham Town FC. He is also an elected Member of his local County Council, representing the large village he calls home.

Customer Reviews

5.0

4 reviews

Kirsty Szekeres

I’ll admit, when I first received Threescore Years and Ten from the author, I had a bit of a worry. What if I didn’t like it? After all, there’s always a bit of pressure when you’re reading a book given to you by its creator. But, to my pleasant surprise, I ended up absolutely loving it. I’m a sucker for a good mystery, and this one definitely kept me hooked. What I loved most was how Evans kept the mystery just out of reach throughout the book. There was always that hint, that pull of curiosity, but it was never fully revealed until the perfect moment. This kept me turning pages late into the night, eager to uncover the truth. In the end, Threescore Years and Ten is a delightful read that exceeded all my expectations. Evans has crafted a story that combines rich, immersive settings, deeply likable characters, and a mystery that will keep you guessing. If you enjoy a thoughtful, engaging read that keeps you on your toes, this one is definitely worth picking up.
Josie Drinkwater

A lovely book - good fun, well paced, definitely appropriate for adults as well as teenagers. I wonder if anyone else will see what's coming?
Jim Heslop

A really engaging story told well and at pace. It's aimed at young adults and I think it would suit 14-18 year olds, but as someone a bit older than that I thoroughly enjoyed it! PS I’m in my 50’s! Thoroughly recommended.
Faith Treharne

A great story! It kept twisting and turning, and the two main characters were believable. You kind of know where it's going, but it kept me guessing and surprised me three or four times with clever twists! It may be aimed at young adults but adults would enjoy just as much!