Beast Mode: The Animal Awakens : From the author of Crookhaven

Author: Arcanjo, J.J.

For National Curriculum Key Stage 2

Published on 30 July 2026 by Hachette Children's Group (Starboard) in the United Kingdom as part of 'the Beast Mode' series.

Paperback | 320 pages
128 x 197 x 28 | 278g

'An exhilarating, action-filled adventure that never lets up - it's impossible not to feel your inner animal stirring!' - Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear'Smart, action-packed and all round brilliant ... a story with real bite' - Jordan Lees, author of The WhisperwicksA brand-new, action-packed series from the author of Crookhaven, following a group of street-smart kids who have the extraordinary ability to shapeshift into powerful animals. For fans of X-Men and A. F. Steadman.

A group of young, street-smart kids with a dark secret - the ability to transform into powerful animals - must navigate a dangerous world where their extraordinary abilities are both a blessing and a curse. As they unravel the mysteries of their past and how they came to be shapeshifters, they'll face life-threatening challenges, betrayals, and an organisation that seeks to harness their power for evil. It's time to unleash your inner animal...