|
|
Books > Children's Fiction & Fun > Adventure Stories > Thrillers
 |
Fine
(Paperback)
Amylea Murphy
|
R498
Discovery Miles 4 980
|
Ships in 18 - 22 working days
|
|
|
They were only supposed to be on their own for one night. When her
mother remarries after an all-too-short courtship, Lottie and her
new stepsister must house sit for a night while their parents
honeymoon in Reno. Lottie feels out of place at her new stepdad's
fancy ski cabin in Tahoe, especially since her lone companion is
her new smart and sullen stepsister, Jade, who she's only met
briefly once before. And when a solar flare causes a massive
blackout-no cell signal or power-Lottie knows they've got a long
night ahead of them. Then, in the dark, someone else shows up at
the cabin-a cute, fast-talking stranger named Alex with his dog,
claiming to be lost and needing shelter from the developing
snowstorm. Lottie's suspicions about him grow throughout the night,
but when a fireplace malfunction causes a fire, the three of them
are forced out into the blizzard and must rely on one another to
find shelter and safety.. In the remote, freezing woods with no way
to call for help, the wary trio encounters the perils of the
wilderness as well as two mysterious young men who seem to know
Alex. Now Lottie must decide who she should trust in order to
survive.
 |
Specter
(Paperback)
Katie Jane Gallagher
|
R496
Discovery Miles 4 960
|
Ships in 18 - 22 working days
|
|
|
This breakout contemporary debut from Shannon Price, A Thousand
Fires--think The Outsiders meets The Iliad--is perfect for fans of
Courtney Summers and Veronica Roth. 10 Years. 3 Gangs. 1 Girl's
Epic Quest... Valerie Simons knows the Wars are dangerous--her
little brother was killed by the Boars two years ago. But nothing
will sway Valerie from joining the elite and beautiful Herons with
her boyfriend Matthew to avenge her brother. But when Jax, the
volatile and beyond charismatic leader of the Stags, promises her
revenge, Valerie is torn between old love and new loyalty.
From a beguiling new voice in contemporary fantasy/sci-fi comes an
astonishing novel about a mysterious group of teenagers with the
ability to change lives... Ever since young Milly Bythaway can
remember, she's had to hide who she really is - dumbing down an
extraordinary genius in order to blend into the background.
14-year-old Tai Jones has been abandoned by his mother and forced
to live as a homeless wanderer on the streets of London, but the
appearance of a stray cat helps him realise he has a special gift:
he can see thoughts and emotions of others in stunningly beautiful
colours. A gift that is both wonderful and awful. When the
teenagers are brought together by a mysterious old scientist for
their own safety, they are told of a common and forgotten past. One
of secret experiments, and a missing family that they yearn to
find. But they soon hear of the disappearance of another child, the
youngest, and are faced with an impossible dilemma. Saving
themselves will require confronting their deepest fears - and the
possibility of losing their minds... When the teenagers are brought
together by a mysterious old scientist for their own safety, they
are told of a common and forgotten past. One of secret experiments,
and a missing family that they yearn to find. But they soon hear of
the disappearance of another child, the youngest, and are faced
with an impossible dilemma. Saving themselves will require
confronting their deepest fears, and risking their very sanity...
But if they can muster the strength to overcome adversity in
inventive and ingenious ways, it will bring about the most
extraordinary and unexpected change. In the end, the children must
work together, unleashing the full force of their intellect and
genius, in an epic battle of the world's greatest minds. The
Ingenious and the Colour of Life is J.Y. Sam's beautiful and
heart-rending debut - a story that explores the fragility of human
nature, with a dash of science, culture, and the natural world,
engaging both mind and heart in an eclectic blend of genres. A
CAPTIVATING READ FOR TEENAGERS AND ADULTS "What an absolutely
beautiful story and all-around amazing read! This is definitely
going to be one of my Top 15 2021 favorites. Yes, it's THAT good. I
loved everything about this book! Sci-Fi Fantasy mix with writing
so good you are LIVING the words. I love how the author
incorporates nature throughout this story. The lives the animals
and insects lead, the feelings they have and how significant every
creature is...down to the lowliest crane fly." Amazon.com reviewer
He was supposed to be having fun with his friends, not playing
detective and stalking a serial killer. Theodore Boone - teenage
lawyer and courtroom hero - is on a class trip seeing the sights of
the capital city. But he hadn't counted on seeing the most wanted
man in the history of his home town, Strattenberg. Suddenly Theo is
caught in the hunt for an accused murderer, alongside the FBI. Theo
knows he's getting in deep - and things could become even more
dangerous. Because if this case goes back to court, it will be down
to him. Will justice finally be done . . . or will the killer's
criminal allies be out for revenge? ****************** What readers
are saying about THEODORE BOONE: THE FUGITIVE 'Suspense, curiosity
and, bravery, this book is packed with them' - 5 stars 'Loved this
book' - 5 stars 'A great read for all ages' - 5 stars 'Awesome book
- loved it' - 5 stars 'Excellent John Grisham book - not only for
children!' - 5 stars
|
You may like...
Katvis
Annelie Botes
Paperback
(1)
R340
R314
Discovery Miles 3 140
|