{"product_id":"9780545682473","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 adventure from \u003ci\u003eNew 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\u003eThe Traitor's Game\u003c\/i\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003eA \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestseller\"The next big YA fantasy.\" -- \u003ci\u003eEntertainment Weekly \u003c\/i\u003e\"One of the Most Anticipated YA Fantasy Books of 2018.\" -- \u003ci\u003eBustle \u003c\/i\u003e\"We were immediately caught up in Kestra's story, plotting beside a heroine made of strength, bravery and intelligence. Her complicated relationship with Simon and the danger sewn into every moment of her father's palace politics kept us flipping pages in time with each jaw-dropping plot twist.\" -- \u003ci\u003eJustine \u003c\/i\u003eMagazine\"Fantasy, action and romance combine for a whirlwind ride in Jennifer A. Nielsen's \u003ci\u003eThe Traitor's Game\u003c\/i\u003e!\" -- \u003ci\u003eGirls' Life \u003c\/i\u003e\"One of the Most Anticipated YA Books of 2018.\" -- \u003ci\u003eHypable \u003c\/i\u003e\"Nielsen creates wonderful characters in all of her novels, and she is especially talented at writing complex, intriguing females who refuse to fit into any neat categories. The first in her engrossing Traitor's Game series introduces readers to another fascinating heroine, who disrupts the plans and plots laid to trap her and insists on controlling her own narrative.... Engrossing, emotional and offers plenty of promise for the series to come.\" -- \u003ci\u003eRT Book Reviews \u003c\/i\u003e\"One of the Most Anticipated YA Fantasy Novels of 2018.\" -- B\u0026amp;N Teen Blog\"[An] action-packed, romance-laden tale.\" -- \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly \u003c\/i\u003e\"This rip-roaring tale has action galore with battle scenes, kidnappings, murder, intrigue, and romance.... Nielsen has created a compelling world where little is as it seems.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Connection \u003c\/i\u003e\"Nielsen does a masterful job keeping readers off guard while tightening the screws of tension throughout, satisfying even the most reluctant readers.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal \u003c\/i\u003e\"The twists and turns of the plot make for compelling reading that should especially entertain fans of Nielsen's Ascendance trilogy.\" -- \u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book \u003c\/i\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eThe Traitor's Game\u003c\/i\u003e is intrigue and adventure with a bold heroine, some forbidden romance and plenty of twists along the way.\" -- \u003ci\u003eShelf Awareness \u003c\/i\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eThe Traitor's Game\u003c\/i\u003e by Jennifer A. Nielsen, is an action-packed story that leaves you yearning for more. The new book is an amazing addition to Nielsen's repertoire... Fit with a feisty heroine and some tough kidnappers, \u003ci\u003eThe Traitor's Game\u003c\/i\u003e keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout.\" -- \u003ci\u003eThe Missourian\u003c\/i\u003e\"Kestra may be one of my favorite characters of all time. She is courageous, bold beyond belief and also positively petulant, with a tendency for tantrums. The perfect protagonist for this adventurous, action-packed fantasy. Mixed with a bit of magic, a completely captivating saga is created; a stellar start to a tempting trilogy.\" -- \u003ci\u003eBuried Under Books \u003c\/i\u003e\"If you like your heroines fierce, your heroes protective, their loyalties divided, their missions complex, their motivations hidden, their lives full of secrets, \u003ci\u003eThe Traitor's Game\u003c\/i\u003e is an absolute must.\" -- \u003ci\u003eFiktshun\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* \"An impressive, promising story.\" -- \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\"[A] pageturner.\" -- \u003ci\u003eNew 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\"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\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eWords on Fire\u003c\/i\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003e* \"Gripping... Audra's story deserves a place on the shelf next to Lois Lowry's \u003ci\u003eNumber the Stars\u003c\/i\u003e and Marcus Zusak's \u003ci\u003eThe Book Thief\u003c\/i\u003e.\" -- \u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\"[This] adventure about a little-known place and time... delivers action and suspense.\" -- \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews \u003c\/i\u003e\"There is much on offer in this novel: family love, patriotism, magic, and the importance of books... Highly recommended.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Connection\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eResistance\u003c\/i\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003eA Sydney Taylor Notable Book\"The edge-of-your-seat climax places readers amidst the gritty, horrifying street battles of the Warsaw Ghetto and pays tribute to those who sacrificed themselves so others would live... Historical fiction at its finest, this informs, enlightens, and engages young readers.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\"Highlight[s] moments of resistance via cinematic action sequences.\" -- \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews \u003c\/i\u003e\"Suspense mounts continually as Chaya survives her ordeals, gaining strength and faith in her mission. The courage and self-sacrifice of many characters is inspiring.\" -- \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly \u003c\/i\u003e\"Fast-paced and suspenseful.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Connection\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eA Night Divided\u003c\/i\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003eILA-CBC Children's Choices List selection\"Absorbing and deeply suspenseful, with plenty of ticking-clock tension... an eye-opening glimpse of history.\" -- \u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children's Books \u003c\/i\u003e\"A marvelously crafted historical novel about courage, perseverance and the will to survive, \u003ci\u003eA Night Divided\u003c\/i\u003e excels in every regard.\" -- \u003ci\u003eReading Eagle \u003c\/i\u003e\"Distinct supporting characters... demonstrate the harrowing choices people made to survive, encouraging readers to consider what they would have done if fate and history had cast them into the story... 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\"History buffs will drool over the magnificently told tale, but even reluctant readers will become immersed in the tension-filled exploits.\" -- \u003ci\u003eVoice of Youth Advocates\u003c\/i\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.\" -- \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\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\u003eThe Traitor's Game\u003c\/i\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003eA \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestseller\"The next big YA fantasy.\" -- \u003ci\u003eEntertainment Weekly \u003c\/i\u003e\"One of the Most Anticipated YA Fantasy Books of 2018.\" -- \u003ci\u003eBustle \u003c\/i\u003e\"We were immediately caught up in Kestra's story, plotting beside a heroine made of strength, bravery and intelligence. Her complicated relationship with Simon and the danger sewn into every moment of her father's palace politics kept us flipping pages in time with each jaw-dropping plot twist.\" -- \u003ci\u003eJustine \u003c\/i\u003eMagazine\"Fantasy, action and romance combine for a whirlwind ride in Jennifer A. Nielsen's \u003ci\u003eThe Traitor's Game\u003c\/i\u003e!\" -- \u003ci\u003eGirls' Life \u003c\/i\u003e\"One of the Most Anticipated YA Books of 2018.\" -- \u003ci\u003eHypable \u003c\/i\u003e\"Nielsen creates wonderful characters in all of her novels, and she is especially talented at writing complex, intriguing females who refuse to fit into any neat categories. The first in her engrossing Traitor's Game series introduces readers to another fascinating heroine, who disrupts the plans and plots laid to trap her and insists on controlling her own narrative.... Engrossing, emotional and offers plenty of promise for the series to come.\" -- \u003ci\u003eRT Book Reviews \u003c\/i\u003e\"One of the Most Anticipated YA Fantasy Novels of 2018.\" -- B\u0026amp;N Teen Blog\"[An] action-packed, romance-laden tale.\" -- \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly \u003c\/i\u003e\"This rip-roaring tale has action galore with battle scenes, kidnappings, murder, intrigue, and romance.... Nielsen has created a compelling world where little is as it seems.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Connection \u003c\/i\u003e\"Nielsen does a masterful job keeping readers off guard while tightening the screws of tension throughout, satisfying even the most reluctant readers.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal \u003c\/i\u003e\"The twists and turns of the plot make for compelling reading that should especially entertain fans of Nielsen's Ascendance trilogy.\" -- \u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book \u003c\/i\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eThe Traitor's Game\u003c\/i\u003e is intrigue and adventure with a bold heroine, some forbidden romance and plenty of twists along the way.\" -- \u003ci\u003eShelf Awareness \u003c\/i\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eThe Traitor's Game\u003c\/i\u003e by Jennifer A. Nielsen, is an action-packed story that leaves you yearning for more. The new book is an amazing addition to Nielsen's repertoire... Fit with a feisty heroine and some tough kidnappers, \u003ci\u003eThe Traitor's Game\u003c\/i\u003e keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout.\" -- \u003ci\u003eThe Missourian\u003c\/i\u003e\"Kestra may be one of my favorite characters of all time. She is courageous, bold beyond belief and also positively petulant, with a tendency for tantrums. The perfect protagonist for this adventurous, action-packed fantasy. Mixed with a bit of magic, a completely captivating saga is created; a stellar start to a tempting trilogy.\" -- \u003ci\u003eBuried Under Books \u003c\/i\u003e\"If you like your heroines fierce, your heroes protective, their loyalties divided, their missions complex, their motivations hidden, their lives full of secrets, \u003ci\u003eThe Traitor's Game\u003c\/i\u003e is an absolute must.\" -- \u003ci\u003eFiktshun\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* \"An impressive, promising story.\" -- \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\"[A] pageturner.\" -- \u003ci\u003eNew 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\"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\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eWords on Fire\u003c\/i\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003e* \"Gripping... Audra's story deserves a place on the shelf next to Lois Lowry's \u003ci\u003eNumber the Stars\u003c\/i\u003e and Marcus Zusak's \u003ci\u003eThe Book Thief\u003c\/i\u003e.\" -- \u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review\"[This] adventure about a little-known place and time... delivers action and suspense.\" -- \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews \u003c\/i\u003e\"There is much on offer in this novel: family love, patriotism, magic, and the importance of books... Highly recommended.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Connection\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eResistance\u003c\/i\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003eA Sydney Taylor Notable Book\"The edge-of-your-seat climax places readers amidst the gritty, horrifying street battles of the Warsaw Ghetto and pays tribute to those who sacrificed themselves so others would live... Historical fiction at its finest, this informs, enlightens, and engages young readers.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\"Highlight[s] moments of resistance via cinematic action sequences.\" -- \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews \u003c\/i\u003e\"Suspense mounts continually as Chaya survives her ordeals, gaining strength and faith in her mission. The courage and self-sacrifice of many characters is inspiring.\" -- \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly \u003c\/i\u003e\"Fast-paced and suspenseful.\" -- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Connection\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eA Night Divided\u003c\/i\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003eILA-CBC Children's Choices List selection\"Absorbing and deeply suspenseful, with plenty of ticking-clock tension... an eye-opening glimpse of history.\" -- \u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children's Books \u003c\/i\u003e\"A marvelously crafted historical novel about courage, perseverance and the will to survive, \u003ci\u003eA Night Divided\u003c\/i\u003e excels in every regard.\" -- \u003ci\u003eReading Eagle \u003c\/i\u003e\"Distinct supporting characters... demonstrate the harrowing choices people made to survive, encouraging readers to consider what they would have done if fate and history had cast them into the story... 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\"History buffs will drool over the magnificently told tale, but even reluctant readers will become immersed in the tension-filled exploits.\" -- \u003ci\u003eVoice of Youth Advocates\u003c\/i\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.\" -- \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9780545682473\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"Scholastic Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":40790068035790,"sku":"9780545682473","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/O_d7f07a71-0f2b-4c4e-948e-7830b8b8acf0.jpg?v=1644528514","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9780545682473","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}