{"product_id":"the-prince-of-nowhere-isbn-9780063054608","title":"The Prince of Nowhere","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis sweeping middle grade fantasy debut by Rochelle Hassan follows Roda and Ignis, who embark on an adventure filled with magic and mystery—perfect for fans of \u003ci\u003eHowl’s Moving Castle\u003c\/i\u003e by Diana Wynne Jones. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoda isn’t afraid of the monsters that roam the wilds of the Aerlands. She’s safe in her small town, which is surrounded by a wall of freezing, enchanted mist that keeps the beasts away. So when Roda rescues an injured crow on the instruction of her secret pen pal, Anonymous—whose letters arrive without warning and correctly predict the future—she’s surprised to learn she’s brought one of the so-called monsters home. Because her crow is really a shape-shifting boy named Ignis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIgnis doesn’t remember where he was going before he crashed. But Anonymous brought him and Roda together for a reason—and the only way to find out what Anonymous wants is to follow the trail of baffling clues in Roda’s letters. Their perilous journey leads them into the mist and beyond, to a mysterious place called Nowhere. But Ignis has secrets, and the farther they get, the more Roda doubts she can trust him.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a nefarious force closes in, they’ll have to put aside their differences and work together. For they might be each other’s only defense against an enemy who threatens their past, present, and future.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA JUNIOR LIBRARY GUILD GOLD STANDARD SELECTION!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne epic journey. Two unlikely heroes. A world of secrets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUnlikely Friendship:\u003c\/b\u003e Roda must team up with Ignis, a mysterious boy who can shift into a crow. But trusting him might be the most dangerous part of their journey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSecrets and Lies:\u003c\/b\u003e Guided by cryptic letters from a pen pal who predicts the future, Roda’s quest is full of twists and turns where nothing is what it seems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEpic Quest Adventure:\u003c\/b\u003e Their journey takes them beyond the wall of enchanted mist protecting their town and into a mysterious land called Nowhere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTime-Bending Fantasy:\u003c\/b\u003e Fans of \u003ci\u003eHowl’s Moving Castle\u003c\/i\u003e will love this epic adventure where an ancient enemy threatens not just the present, but the past and future, too.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e | \u003cp\u003eHassan’s debut title is a wondrous and spellbinding adventure filled with many magical beings and memorable characters. The cinematic world building and pacing will enchant readers, and the multiple twists will leave them on the edge of their seats. - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHassan’s visually rich and sure-handed prose, strong characters, realistic dialogue, and page-turning plotting offer a compelling adventure with a philosophical heart. A marvelous blend of fantasy and time-travel speculation with a seasoning of steampunk. - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHassan grounds complex worldbuilding and characterizations with easily digestible writing and fluid dialogue. This keenly plotted fantasy debut blends a tranquil contemporary world with an epically time-rending adventure. - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHassan’s debut is a wonderful blend of speculative genres, featuring a rich world and complex characters readers are sure to love. A highly recommended purchase, excellent for fans of Studio Ghibli, Rick Riordan, and ­Madeleine L’Engle alike. - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Santomasso’s lush cadence brings clarity to a complex, action-packed, expansive fantasy environment. Hassan’s world-building story is perfect for middle-grade listeners and adults alike. A sure bet for fans of Xiran Jay Zhao, Roshani Chokshi, and Rick Riordan.\" Audiobook - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44889678610661,"sku":"NP9780063054608","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780063054608.jpg?v=1730231732","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/the-prince-of-nowhere-isbn-9780063054608","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}