Sir Damian Cray is a philanthropist, peace activist, and the world' s most famous pop star. But still it' s not enough. He needs more if he is to save the world. Trouble is, only Alex Rider recognizes that it' s the world that needs saving from Sir Damian Cray. Underneath the luster of glamour and fame lies a twisted mind, ready to sacrifice the world for his beliefs. But in the past, Alex has always had the backing of the government. This time, he' s on his own. Can one teenager convince the world that the most popular man on earth is a madman bent on destruction-before time runs out?