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Highlights
- From master storyteller Garth Nix, the chilling story of a strange object that falls into the wrong hands and has the potential to destroy the world.
- 9-12 Years
- 8.2" x 5.8" Hardcover
- 240 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Science Fiction
Description
About the Book
Ten-year-old prodigy Eila found an alien object that allows her to control peoples' minds (for their own good, of course), and it is up to her older brother, Kim, to save her--and to save the world from her.Book Synopsis
From master storyteller Garth Nix, the chilling story of a strange object that falls into the wrong hands and has the potential to destroy the world. Perfect for fans of STRANGER THINGS and THE LAST KIDS ON EARTH.It's not fair. Kim's always lived in the shadow of his younger sister, Eila -- which is not how it's supposed to be. Eila is a prodigy, and everyone talks about how smart she is... but, in Kim's eyes, she has no common sense.
One day Kim and Eila are walking in the woods, and Eila finds an enigmatic, otherworldly object. Kim thinks it's bad news... but Eila begins to commune with it. Kim has every reason to be worried, because soon Eila is able to control the minds of everyone around her... in ways she says is the best for everyone.
Kim's problem-solving must go into high gear. He has to not only save his sister, but save the world from his sister and the forces she's unleashed.
Review Quotes
Praise for Frogkisser!:
* "The characters are so enjoyable readers are sure to miss them when the quest (and book) ends . . . Nix takes inspiration from classics and improves on them... Great fun with heart." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* "Delightful fantasy... With wonderfully inventive creatures, challenging vocabulary, and a captivating story, this fantasy is recommended as a first purchase for YA collections." -- School Library Journal, starred review
"A delightful adventure stuffed with absurdity, magic, and a spirited young heroine. Beneath these entertaining trappings lies a heartfelt message of justice and fair treatment for all." -- Booklist
"A rollicking comic fantasy... Well-developed characters, an unfailing sense of humor, and polished prose make Nix's uproarious adventure a pleasure to read." -- Publishers Weekly
"Nix both pays homage to and smartly subverts familiar fairy-tale, folktale, and fantasy-genre tropes... just as the comedy is deepened by thought-provoking questions, the sadness and sacrifice are perfectly balanced by warmth and loyal friendship." -- The Horn Book
"Nix has stirred up an intoxicating brew in Frogkisser!... colorful adventures, full of fairytale familiarities seasoned with humor and twists... Readers will want a sequel." -- Voice of Youth Advocates
About the Author
Garth Nix is the New York Times bestselling author of the Old Kingdom series, a modern classic of fantasy literature that includes the novels Sabriel, Lireal, Abhorsen, and Clariel. He is also the author of The Keys to the Kingdom series, Shade's Children, A Confusion of Princes, Newt's Emerald, and (with Sean Williams) the Troubletwisters series, among other novels. You can find out a whole lot more about him at garthnix.com.