First Shot by Walter Sorrells

David Crandall attends The Arsenal, a military-style prep school on the New England coast.  His father is the headmaster, which means life for David is practically intolerable.  Add to that the fact that David's mother was murdered two years ago, and on top of that is the lingering thought in David's head that his father was the murderer, and you've got a pretty good idea that David isn't exactly having the time of his life.  When new questions come up about his mother's murder, David decides to take matters into his own hands and try to find out what really happened.  Like the book Fake ID, Walter Sorrells has written a gripping page turner that most high schoolers and most middle-schoolers will enjoy.  While some of the characters are a little flat or predictable, the who-dunnit mystery keeps the pages turning and the David's growth as a character by the end of the book make for a satisfying read.  This is one I'll recommend to reluctant readers and those who like action/adventure. I've also had some succes recommending this title to students in AFJROTC (Air Force Junior Reserve Officer's Training Corps).