Task 1: 

Silently read through chapter 1

Task 2: 

Create a character log about Liam. Remember that as you read through the book add information about the character to your log. Your log could include the following information:

1.  Information about his personal qualities.
2. His emotions
3. His opinions and attitudes to people and events
4. Quotations that support your opinion of Liam

Task 3: 

In groups note down and discuss why you think the author would start the story in the middle of a plot line? Do you think that this is an effective way of starting a story? Share your ideas with the class.