Crime Stories is part of the Shades Short 2.0 series and features four themed short stories each by different Shades authors. These books are perfect for readers with less stamina (just 64pp each) or those simply looking for a quick read. Shades Short 2.0 is published by Ransom Publishing, a specialist publisher for reluctant readers and struggling readers. Crime Stories is ideal for reluctant readers aged 12+ with a reading ages of 9 - 10.