Barbara Catchpole 
Ben’s Room 

Ben’s parents treat him like a kid – so after a huge argument, he decides to leave home. He moves into a very cheap old flat that smells of damp and cabbage. Soon Ben and his two flatmates find hidden terrors inside the flat: rooms that shrink, giant cockroaches and jellyfish with eyes. It’s as if their worst fears have come to life … literally. Part of the new Fresh Shades series, this book is exciting and fast-paced, keeping within the style of the Shades 2.0 series. It is perfect for reluctant teens who still want an exciting, unpatronising read that is relevant to their interests and concerns, but who don’t want to read a longer novel. With a length of only 6, 000 words, and filled with drama, this story will appeal to all reluctant teen readers.