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5 Things You Need To Know About Andy McNab's Street Soldier
3. It's Topical
As mentioned, the story will take place on the streets of London, dealing with a teenager who gets caught up in gangs, ends up in prison, and then goes on to join the army.
The idea of kids getting involved in gangs isn't necessarily anything new, but it does still feel entirely topical, as it's a path so many disillusioned teenagers (particularly in London's less affluent areas) are sucked into taking.
Then there's the threat to London itself, which again feels like a clear take on the real world threats countries are now facing up to.