Super Short Summary

In Kevin Brooks' thriller Martyn Pig, fourteen-year-old Martyn faces complex emotions after his oppressive father's accidental death, complicated by his mysterious neighbor Alex, her blackmailing boyfriend, and a significant inheritance. As Martyn navigates guilt, responsibility, and survival, he is ultimately thrust into a coming-of-age journey marked by deceit and moral ambiguity. This book contains references to alcohol use and domestic violence.