The Peculiars

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Synopsis
A young girl sets off on a journey of self-discovery in this &“richly atmospheric&” tale blending steampunk, adventure, and gothic romance (Kirkus Reviews). With her noticeably large hands and feet, Lena Mattacascar is undoubtedly different. Secretly, she&’s wondered if she might actually be Peculiar, and if her father—who left when she was only five years old—may have been Peculiar too. On her eighteenth birthday, Lena receives a letter that inspires her to leave the safety of the City and search for her father in the northern wilderness of Scree—a place inhabited by people whose own unusual characteristics make them unacceptable to modern society. Her journey leads to romance, danger, and a darkness she&’s never imagined. For in the wilds of Scree, she must confront her deepest fears . . . &“Readers graduating from the stories of C.S. Lewis and Edward Eager will be right at home—and cat lovers will adore Jimson&’s employer&’s pet, Mrs. Mumbles. McQuerry&’s extensive world-building leaves open the possibility of future installments.&” —Publishers Weekly
Copyright:
2014

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
288 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781613123089
Related ISBNs:
9781419712067
Publisher:
ABRAMS, Inc.
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Maureen Doyle McQuerry
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
History, Romance, Teens, Literature and Fiction, Science Fiction and Fantasy
Grade Levels:
Eighth grade
Reading Age:
13–18
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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