
A Starter level Oxford Bookworms Library graded reader. Written for Learners of English by John Escott.The Cat steals things from houses in Hollywood. He steals from movie stars and nobody can stop him. Or can they? Natalie is a movie star. Nathan is her stand-in. Nathan does all Natalie's stunts in the movie. But when Natalie and Nathan see The Cat driving away from Zak Wakeman's Hollywood home, they both go after him. Natalie drives fast. 'Be careful,' Nathan tells her. 'You have a movie to finish!'
A mysterious thief known as The Cat terrorizes the homes of Hollywood stars, prompting a high-stakes pursuit by an actress and her stunt double. Natalie, a prominent movie star, and Nathan, her dedicated stunt double, find themselves entangled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse when they witness the elusive thief fleeing a crime scene. The narrative follows their impulsive decision to intervene, balancing the risks of their professional careers against the desire to stop a serial burglar. The story is presented through a simplified, accessible framework designed to maintain momentum while ensuring clarity for language learners.
Readers and educators frequently highlight this title as an effective tool for those developing English language proficiency. Discussion often centers on the accessibility of the prose, which allows learners to engage with a suspenseful plot without encountering overly complex linguistic barriers. The pacing is noted for being brisk, keeping the reader engaged through the central mystery of The Cat's identity. Critics appreciate how the author utilizes familiar Hollywood tropes to create a recognizable and entertaining environment for students. The balance between action and character development is tailored specifically to maintain interest while reinforcing core reading skills.
Page Count:
48
Publication Date:
2012-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0194630366
ISBN-13:
9780194630368
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