X-Isle - Couverture souple

Augarde, Steve

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0385752296 ISBN 13 : 9780385752299

Editeur : Random House Children's Books, 2011

Synopsis

Ever since the floods came and washed the world away, survivors have been desperate to win a place on X-Isle, the island where life is rumored to be easier than on what's left of the mainland. Only young boys stand a chance of getting in, the smaller and lighter the better. Baz and Ray are two of the lucky few to be chosen, but they soon discover that X-Isle is a far cry from paradise. Ruled by Preacher John, a dangerous religious fanatic, it's a violent, unpredictable place, where terrible things can happen at any moment. The boys hatch an extraordinary plan in order to protect themselves-the construction of a mighty weapon of defense. But can they complete this weapon in time, and are they really prepared to use it to secure their freedom?

Powerful and compelling, X-Isle is a fast-moving thriller and a great read for boys. Filled with suspense, fights, adventure, and mystery, this is a book that will keep you guessing right to the very end.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

Steve Augarde was born in Birmingham, England, but spent most of his life in the West Country, working as an illustrator, paper engineer, and semi-pro jazz musician. He has written and illustrated over 70 picture books for younger children and has produced the paper engineering for many pop-up books, including those by other artists-as well as providing the artwork and music for two animated BBC television series. His first book for older children, The Various, won a Smarties Silver Award in 2003. Steve is married, with two daughters, and lives in Yorkshire.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Random House Children's Books
• Date d'édition: 2011
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0385752296
• ISBN 13: 9780385752299
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 482
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible