Kill Me If You Can

It is July 2003 and a 14-year-old boy, John, is the victim of a near-fatal stabbing in Altrincham near Manchester. His 16-year-old friend Mark is the chief suspect. But why would a teenager who has never been in any trouble try to kill his best friend? An incredible story emerges of how Mark has been recruited over the web to be a secret service agent by a spymistress called Janet Dobinson. She promises him sex and riches if he passes an initiation test: to kill his friend John.

The schoolboy is propelled into a world of espionage; his bland suburban surroundings become a landscape of mystery and intrigue. But in court, facing charges of attempted murder, Mark finally learns the truth – Janet and a host of other people he met on the internet are all fictitious characters invented by someone bent on manipulating his every move. But who would know enough to trick him into attempting murder?

If you're worried about your child or teenager's activity on the internet, the following websites contain useful advice and suggest practical steps you can take. There are also helpful tips for users of chatrooms.

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Chatdanger
www.chatdanger.com
Highlights potential dangers on interactive services like chat, online games, e-mail and mobiles and gives advice on how to chat safely.

Chatsafe
www.devon-cornwall.police.uk/v3/youth/chatsafe/
Internet safety advice for young people, parents and carers.

Childnet
www.childnet-int.org/safety
Childnet is a non-profit organisation working with others to help make the internet a great and safe place for children. Their website gives general safety advice for parents, young people and teachers as well as more specific advice on key issues.

Internet safety
www.parentscentre.gov.uk/usingtheinternet/internetsafety
Guidance from Parents Centre on various internet-related safety issues, including bullies, paedophiles, spam and privacy.

think U know
www.thinkuknow.co.uk/home.htm
Interactive site designed to help young people learn about chatting safely.

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