{"product_id":"xisle-isbn-9780385752299","title":"X-Isle","description":"\u003cp\u003eEver 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?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePowerful and compelling, \u003cu\u003eX-Isle\u003c\/u\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSteve 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, \u003ci\u003eThe Various\u003c\/i\u003e, won a Smarties Silver Award in 2003. Steve is married, with two daughters, and lives in Yorkshire.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ember","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46301484548325,"sku":"NP9780385752299","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780385752299.jpg?v=1767744634","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/xisle-isbn-9780385752299","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}