This thrilling and action-packed tween trilogy from Full Fathom Five, James Frey's packaging company, brings the myths and heroes of Arthurian legend to life in the 21st century--perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and The Magnificent 12.
Twelve-year-old Arthur Artie Kingfisher is a master gamer-- especially when it comes to Otherworld, a game that involves sword-fights, dragon-slaying, and epic battles. Lately, though, the game has been feeling a little too real. Artie is noticing aches and injuries that perfectly match what happens to his avatar...and he stumbled upon hidden messages in the game that are meant for him and him alone.
Little does Artie know, the game was actually designed for him. To his amazement, Artie discovers that he is Arthur--as in King Arthur--brought to life in the 21st century, and fate is about to lead him right to Mr. M., a mysterious old man who Artie soon learns is Merlin himself. Merlin has been imprisoned in an Invisible Tower in modern-day Ohio for many lifetimes, and only Artie has the ability to set him free, with the help of his sister, Kay. All he needs to do is walk through the door of the tower and into another world....
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Recensione:
“High-spirited and fun. Gives new life to Arthurian legends and may just send readers back to more traditional tellings.” (Kirkus Reviews)
“Short, action-packed chapters and funny dialogue make this book a surefire hit with the legions of Rick Riordan fans.” (School Library Journal)
“An entertaining quest fantasy, sprinkled with hints of hidden agendas, and juiced with enough creativity to carry readers happily into future episodes.” (Booklist)
“The draw here is the action, and there is plenty of that. As Artie dodges fire spells and enchanted swords, gamers will find themselves reaching for their controllers while they await the series’ next installment.” (Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books)
“Fresh and fun, with plenty to offer the avid reader looking for a new series.” (Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA))
L'autore:
Nils Johnson-Shelton is the co-author of the NYT bestselling NO ANGEL: My Harrowing Undercover Journey to the Inner Circle of the Hells Angels. THE INVISIBLE TOWER is his first middle grade book. Nils lives in Brooklyn, NY with his family.
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- EditoreHarper Collins, New York
- Data di pubblicazione2012
- ISBN 10 0062131923
- ISBN 13 9780062131928
- RilegaturaCopertina flessibile
- Numero di pagine352
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