The Kidnap Plot

Butler, Dave

ISBN 10 : 055351296X ISBN 13 : 9780553512960

Editeur : Alfred a Knopf Inc, 2016

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Meet Charlie. He lives a quiet life with his protective father, an inventor and clockmaker.
 
When Charlie’s father is suddenly and mysteriously kidnapped by a shadowy group called the Anti-Human League, it’s up to Charlie to save him. Before long, he has assembled a motley crew to help. From the terrifying but well-meaning troll Grim Grumblesson to the high-flying young aeronauts Bob and Sir Oliver, this team will follow the trail anywhere.

But the league’s plan is much more sinister than Charlie could have imagined. And as he unravels the secrets of the league, he also uncovers his father’s own secrets—about his family, the league, and even himself...
 
Can Charlie and his gang rescue his father from the dastardly villains who have kidnapped him? And will Charlie be able to come to terms with who he really is? The journey begins here!

Revue de presse

"Reminiscent of both Pinocchio and The Great Mouse Detective, this novel is tailor-made for young readers who love adventure narratives and steampunk fiction."—Kirkus Reviews
 
“A page-turning adventure for ambitious readers”—School Library Journal

“The fast-paced plot is action-packed but leaves room for Charlie’s coming-of-age journey... [The Kidnap Plot] should satisfy fans of fantasy and adventure.”—Publishers Weekly

“It’s a strong start to a new series—the characters are diverse, and Butler creates a smoky, grimy, harsh England that is almost a living character in itself. Readers will happily keep an eye out for the next volume.”—The Bulletin for the Center for Children’s Books

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Alfred a Knopf Inc
• Date d'édition: 2016
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 055351296X
• ISBN 13: 9780553512960
• Reliure: Belle reliure
• Nombre de pages: 326
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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