"Jacko Moran, Sniper" by Ken Catran follows the story of a young boy named Jacko Moran, who dreams of becoming a soldier like his father. Set against the backdrop of conflict, Jacko finds himself drawn into the complexities of war and the moral dilemmas that come with it. As he trains to become a sniper, he grapples with the realities of combat, loyalty, and the weight of life-and-death decisions. The narrative explores themes of courage, sacrifice, and the loss of innocence, ultimately revealing the harsh truths of war through Jacko's eyes as he seeks to understand his place in the world. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

There are 208 pages in this book. This book was published in 2003 by Hachette Australia .

Ken Catran is a scriptwriter and author of television series and more than fifty books. He has won ten writing awards. He and his partner, Wendy, live in South Canterbury and are owned by two cats.