The Nest
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.94 (534 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1481432338 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 272 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-03-09 |
| Language | : | English |
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Kenneth Oppel is the author of numerous books for young readers. . He likes cats, in theory. Printz Honor Book Award and the Canadian Governor General’s Literary Award for children’s literature; its sequel, Skybreaker, was a New York Times bestseller and was named Children’s Novel of the Year by the London Times. Visit him BurstofBeaden. He works as an animator for
But for Steve, it’s just another season of worries. It is also a dangerous one. “The Nest leaves a lasting mark on the memory.” —The New York Times Book ReviewSteve just wants to save his baby brother—but what will he lose in the bargain? Kenneth Oppel’s (Silverwing, The Boundless) haunting gothic tale for fans of Coraline, is one of the most acclaimed books of the year, receiving six starred reviews. So when a mysterious wasp queen invades his dreams, offering to “fix” the baby, Steve thinks his prayers have been answered.All he has to do is say “Yes.” But “yes” is a powerful word. And once it is uttered, can it be taken back?Celebrated author Ken
Jill said Creepy. This is a great book for middle schoolers. It was a quick read and a page turner. It left me looking around for wasps. I loved it! I will definitely add it to my classroom library.. "She’ll wrap you in her arms, tell you that you’ve been a good boy / She’s rekindle all the dreams it took you a lifetime to dest" according to E. R. Bird. Oh, how I love middle grade horror. It’s a very specific breed of book, you know. Most people on the street might think of the Goosebumps books or similar ilk when they think of horror stories for the 10-year-old set, but that’s just a small portion of what turns out to be a much greater, grander . "“…There’s No Such Thing as Normal …”" according to delicateflower152. An extraordinary novel of self-discovery, involving mysticism and suspense, Kenneth Oppel’s “The Nest” will keep you reading from the first page to the last. Is it possible to achieve perfection, or are everything and everyone flawed? Should one accept themselves and others for what or who t
Set in a modern-day suburb, this quiet yet emotionally haunting book thoughtfully explores themes of safety, anxiety, and the beauty of the imperfect. From School Library Journal Gr 5–7—Steve has always been a worrier, but since his brother was born he's become even more anxious. Klassen's black-and-white graphite illustrations complement the sensitive and powerful narrative, written in first person from Steve's perspective. Scientific information on the life cycle, anatomy, and behaviors of wasps is woven in a way that furthers the plot. But the more he learns about their plan to "fix" the baby's congenital condition, the more he's conflicted. The tension and unease grow as Steve begins to wonder if the wasps are real or imagined. VERDICT This affecting middle grade psychological thriller is recommended as a first purchase for libraries.—Amy Seto Forrester, Denver Public Library . The images have a retro, printmaker