{"product_id":"9781250211484","title":"Black Wings Beating","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Wings Beating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Alex London\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn this first young-adult fantasy novel in a trilogy, Alex London launches a soaring saga about the memories that haunt us, the histories that hunt us, and the bonds of blood between us.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe people of Uztar have long looked to the sky with hope and wonder. Nothing in their world is more revered than the birds of prey and no one more honored than the falconers who call them to their fists. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrysen strives to be a great falconer—while his twin sister, Kylee, rejects her ancient gifts for the sport and wishes to be free of falconry. She’s nearly made it out, too, but a war is rolling toward their home in the Six Villages, and no bird or falconer will be safe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTogether the twins must journey into the treacherous mountains to trap the Ghost Eagle, the greatest of the Uztari birds and a solitary killer. Brysen goes for the boy he loves and the glory he's long craved, and Kylee to atone for her past and to protect her brother's future. But both are hunted by those who seek one thing: power.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eBlack Wings Beating\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e*An NBC \u003ci\u003eToday Show\u003c\/i\u003e Book Club Pick!*\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e*A Seventeen Magazine Best YA Book of 2018!* \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e*A \u003ci\u003eKirkus\u003c\/i\u003e Best YA Fantasy Book of the Year*\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*\u003cb\u003eA We Need Diverse Books 2018 Must-Read* \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eEpic thrills, heart-punching romance, and a marvel of a hero.\u003c\/b\u003e\" —Adam Silvera, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e-bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThey Both Die at the End\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eBlack Wings Beating \u003c\/i\u003egives us \u003cb\u003eirresistible, complex characters\u003c\/b\u003e in a \u003cb\u003epropulsive, adventure-filled story\u003c\/b\u003e, pulling off the rare trick of leaving its readers satisfied but undeniably excited for a second volume.\" —\u003ci\u003eNBC's Today Show \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e*An NBC Today Show Book Club Pick!*\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e*A Seventeen Magazine Best YA Book of 2018!* \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e*A \u003ci\u003eKirkus\u003c\/i\u003e Best YA Fantasy Book of the Year*\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*\u003cb\u003eA We Need Diverse Books 2018 Must-Read* \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"[London] gives us a brilliantly crafted high fantasy about a society in which survival depends on falconry; even bird haters will be spellbound . . . \u003ci\u003eBlack Wings Beating \u003c\/i\u003eis its own wondrous thing.\" —\u003ci\u003eThe New York Times Book Review \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eBlack Wings Beating \u003c\/i\u003egives us \u003cb\u003eirresistible, complex characters\u003c\/b\u003e in a \u003cb\u003epropulsive, adventure-filled story\u003c\/b\u003e, pulling off the rare trick of leaving its readers satisfied but undeniably excited for a second volume.\" —\u003ci\u003eNBC's TODAY Show \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"London’s world-building is exceptional, and the story has twists and turns to keep readers engaged. VERDICT A well-crafted fantasy featuring diverse characters, this book is a strong selection for all libraries serving teens.\" —\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal, \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"With political intrigue, epic battle sequences, jolts of romance, and strong female and queer characters, there's a lot to pique readers' interests here. But it's the unique world-building and beautifully complex sibling relationship that make this a must-read. Readers will be swept away in this book's talons.\" —\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews, \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003estarred review \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"With dynamic world building . . .  this trilogy opener is a captivating, layered adventure that explores the bonds of siblings in an unforgiving world. Stock up—this one will make the rounds.\" —\u003ci\u003eBooklist \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This grounded survival story of teenage angst in the face of romance, family, and deadly birds is paired with provocative details of an impending conflict that may shake up everything in future installments. Fantasy fans should find a worthwhile combination of familiar tropes and novel world building to make this a series to keep an eye on.\" —\u003ci\u003eThe Bulletin \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eBlack Wings Beating\u003c\/i\u003e takes the fantasy genre to soaring new heights with its \u003cb\u003eepic thrills, heart-punching romance, and a marvel of a hero\u003c\/b\u003e.\" —Adam Silvera, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e Bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThey Both Die at the End\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Enter the gritty culture of cutthroat falconry in Alexander London's \u003ci\u003eBlack Wings Beating\u003c\/i\u003e and prepare to be riveted. This book has so much to recommend it that I don't know where to begin: \u003cb\u003eclever writing, boisterous, endearing characters, and threats coming from every direction\u003c\/b\u003e, be they dark wings in the sky or a band of nomadic zealots with a reputation for slaughter. You'll be caught up in the adventure from the first chapter. And did I mention the falcons? You'll fall in love with the falcons.\" —Kendare Blake, #1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e Bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThree Dark Crowns\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\"A ferocious fantasy world coupled with two formidable protagonists, \u003ci\u003eBlack Wings Beating \u003c\/i\u003eis \u003cb\u003ea heart-pounding story that lures readers deep into the high-stakes tradition of falconry\u003c\/b\u003e, and challenges them to examine what they'd be willing to do in order to protect those they love. \u003cb\u003eStunning and arresting; a must-read.\u003c\/b\u003e\" —Dhonielle Clayton, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/i\u003eBestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Belles\u003c\/i\u003e and the Tiny Pretty Things series\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Black Wings Beating\u003c\/i\u003e is \u003cb\u003ean incredible journey, unlike anything I have ever read before\u003c\/b\u003e. Awaiting you in its pages are a uniquely crafted world, high stakes, an incredibly difficult and dangerous quest, and a brother and sister who you will root for, care about, and want desperately to hug. London has created an incredible novel that will leave you desperately awaiting the follow up.\" —Rachel Strolle, Anderson's Bookshop, Naperville, IL\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Black Wings Beating \u003c\/i\u003ecaptured my attention from the very beginning! I was willingly tethered to this book until I finished! \u003cb\u003eFull of action, intrigue, suspense and love, I was captivated by the world\u003c\/b\u003e of falconry and these two siblings' journey.\" —Kristin Treviño, Youth \u0026amp; Digital Services Librarian, Irving Public Library-South Irving Library\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9781250211484\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"Square Fish","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":40678696026318,"sku":"9781250211484","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/getimage_90b2b1f9-9b54-4716-b30b-0fcf743d8724.jpg?v=1643198264","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9781250211484","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}