For Younger Readers:
* Stone Cold (1996): This chilling story about a boy who finds himself caught up in a dangerous world of crime and violence became a hugely successful book, winning multiple awards and sparking a series of sequels.
* The Last Act (2002): A dark and atmospheric tale of a boy who believes he's responsible for his father's death and must face his past to find closure.
* The Boy Who Swallowed the Sun (2014): A compelling story about a boy's survival on a remote island after the devastating effects of a tsunami.
For Older Readers:
* The Trouble with Jacob (2006): A gripping and thought-provoking exploration of bullying and the consequences of our actions.
* Ghost Boy (2007): This psychological thriller delves into the unsettling world of a teenager who may or may not be experiencing real ghosts.
* The Ghost Hunter (2015): A supernatural thriller where a boy with the ability to see ghosts must uncover a dark secret about his past.
Other notable works:
* The Knife Man (2011): A historical novel set in the time of Jack the Ripper.
* The Tattooist (2013): A fictionalized account of a real-life tattooist who worked on the London Underground.
* The Shadow Hunter (2018): A dark and suspenseful story about a boy who discovers he has a special connection to the shadows.
Robert Swindells' work is characterized by its strong characters, gripping plots, and often tackles complex themes like bullying, loss, and the nature of good and evil. He is considered one of the most respected and popular authors of children's and young adult fiction in the UK.