{"product_id":"9780545682459","title":"The Scourge","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eThe Scourge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Jennifer A. Nielsen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e      An electrifying new adventure from \u003ci\u003e New York Times \u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author Jennifer A. Nielsen!What happens when a plague isn't all that kills...\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAs a lethal plague sweeps through the land, Ani Mells is shocked when she is unexpectedly captured by the governor's wardens and forced to submit to a test for the deadly Scourge. She is even more surprised when the test results come back positive, and she is sent to Attic Island, a former prison turned refuge -- and quarantine colony -- for the ill. The Scourge's victims, Ani now among them, can only expect to live out short, painful lives there. However, Ani quickly discovers that she doesn't know the whole truth about the Scourge or the Colony. She's been caught in a devious plot, and, with the help of her best friend, Weevil, Ani means to uncover just what is actually going on. But will she and Weevil survive long enough to do so? \u003ci\u003eThe Scourge\u003c\/i\u003e is an explosively thrilling tale of adventure and intrigue, courage and heart from \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author Jennifer A. Nielsen.     \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eThe Scourge\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\"A strong, feisty main character... narrates a story that is equal parts adventure, mystery, and political intrigue.\" -- \u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book\u003c\/i\u003e\"Ani's willingness to help others, a hard battle in herself as she tries to get over long-held assumptions, demonstrates effectively how emergencies can bridge distances.\" -- \u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children's Books\u003c\/i\u003e\"Nielsen's (\u003ci\u003eA Night Divided\u003c\/i\u003e) polished fantasy smoothly combines medieval elements with hints of mystery and romance.... it delivers a significant message about how misinformation breeds intolerance.\" -- \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\"Nielsen provides readers with a strong, three-dimensional heroine and a plot that will keep readers guessing.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Connection\u003c\/i\u003e\"The characters are well defined and memorable. Feisty Ani, a likable character who is thoughtful and strong, drives the story forward and keeps readers wanting to know more.... A solid choice for readers who enjoy tales of strong heroines set in the ever-popular dystopian genre.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eA Night Divided\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\"Like Anne Frank before her, Gerta is small but mighty, a hardheaded heroine who dreams up big ideas and refuses to give up in the face of adversity and danger. Nielsen (\u003ci\u003eMark of the Thief\u003c\/i\u003e) evokes the constant unease of life in a divided Berlin through Gerta's sober narration... but the family never loses sight of the power of humility and forgiveness.\" -- \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\"Nielsen, best known for her fantasy novels, proves she is equally skilled at historical fiction in this solidly structured, balanced account of the origins of an infamous historical landmark... The novel's strong setting and tense climax will keep readers engrossed and holding their breath until the last page.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eMark of the Thief\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e*\"The fast-paced, ingenious plot, charismatic hero and highly diverse cast of characters -- including the ancient, eternal city itself -- make this series opener a captivating joy ride.\" -- \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\"Perfect for Rick Riordan fans.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSan Francisco Chronicle\u003c\/i\u003e\"Fans of Nielsen's Ascendance trilogy will be clamoring for this new series. This genre mash-up of history, fantasy, and action\/adventure is fast-paced and explores themes such as class struggles, familial ties, and the immorality of slavery.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for the Ascendance Trilogy:\u003c\/b\u003eA \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e Notable Children's BookA \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e Best Book of the YearA Chicago Public Library \"Best of the Best\" Children's BookA Cybils Award Winner\"[A] pageturner.\" -- \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\"Sage proves to be a compelling character whose sharp mind and shrewd self-possession will make readers eager to follow him into a sequel.\" -- \u003ci\u003eThe Wall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\"A swashbuckling origin story... chock-full of alluring details for adventure-loving boys.\" -- \u003ci\u003eLos Angeles Times\u003c\/i\u003e*\"An impressive, promising story.\" -- \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\"A fast-paced and thrilling read with twists and turns that never let up.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\"Gripping.\" -- \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\"Should appeal to fans of... Suzanne Collins... [A] surefire mix of adventure, mystery, and suspense.\" -- \u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eThe Scourge\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\"A strong, feisty main character... narrates a story that is equal parts adventure, mystery, and political intrigue.\" -- \u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book\u003c\/i\u003e\"Ani's willingness to help others, a hard battle in herself as she tries to get over long-held assumptions, demonstrates effectively how emergencies can bridge distances.\" -- \u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children's Books\u003c\/i\u003e\"Nielsen's (\u003ci\u003eA Night Divided\u003c\/i\u003e) polished fantasy smoothly combines medieval elements with hints of mystery and romance.... it delivers a significant message about how misinformation breeds intolerance.\" -- \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\"Nielsen provides readers with a strong, three-dimensional heroine and a plot that will keep readers guessing.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Connection\u003c\/i\u003e\"The characters are well defined and memorable. Feisty Ani, a likable character who is thoughtful and strong, drives the story forward and keeps readers wanting to know more.... A solid choice for readers who enjoy tales of strong heroines set in the ever-popular dystopian genre.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eA Night Divided\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e\"Like Anne Frank before her, Gerta is small but mighty, a hardheaded heroine who dreams up big ideas and refuses to give up in the face of adversity and danger. Nielsen (\u003ci\u003eMark of the Thief\u003c\/i\u003e) evokes the constant unease of life in a divided Berlin through Gerta's sober narration... but the family never loses sight of the power of humility and forgiveness.\" -- \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\"Nielsen, best known for her fantasy novels, proves she is equally skilled at historical fiction in this solidly structured, balanced account of the origins of an infamous historical landmark... The novel's strong setting and tense climax will keep readers engrossed and holding their breath until the last page.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eMark of the Thief\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e*\"The fast-paced, ingenious plot, charismatic hero and highly diverse cast of characters -- including the ancient, eternal city itself -- make this series opener a captivating joy ride.\" -- \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\"Perfect for Rick Riordan fans.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSan Francisco Chronicle\u003c\/i\u003e\"Fans of Nielsen's Ascendance trilogy will be clamoring for this new series. This genre mash-up of history, fantasy, and action\/adventure is fast-paced and explores themes such as class struggles, familial ties, and the immorality of slavery.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for the Ascendance Trilogy:\u003c\/b\u003eA \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e Notable Children's BookA \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e Best Book of the YearA Chicago Public Library \"Best of the Best\" Children's BookA Cybils Award Winner\"[A] pageturner.\" -- \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\"Sage proves to be a compelling character whose sharp mind and shrewd self-possession will make readers eager to follow him into a sequel.\" -- \u003ci\u003eThe Wall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\"A swashbuckling origin story... chock-full of alluring details for adventure-loving boys.\" -- \u003ci\u003eLos Angeles Times\u003c\/i\u003e*\"An impressive, promising story.\" -- \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\"A fast-paced and thrilling read with twists and turns that never let up.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\"Gripping.\" -- \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\"Should appeal to fans of... Suzanne Collins... [A] surefire mix of adventure, mystery, and suspense.\" -- \u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9780545682459\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"Scholastic Press","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":40790067806414,"sku":"9780545682459","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/O_17c53d9c-85c8-4a97-bc5f-5aca72b2a93e.jpg?v=1644528512","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9780545682459","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}