{"product_id":"across-a-starswept-sea-isbn-9780062006165","title":"Across a Star-Swept Sea","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom \u003cem\u003eRampant\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eAscendant\u003c\/em\u003e author Diana Peterfreund comes this thrilling companion to \u003cem\u003eFor Darkness Shows the Stars\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCenturies after wars nearly destroyed civilization, Persis Blake's world is once again in the throes of rebellion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Persis, her public life is that of a socialite, filled with parties and ball gowns. But while she seems to be a frivolous aristocrat, inside Persis beats the heart of a spy—the same heart that is falling for the enemy, Justen Helo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePersis's heart belongs to Justen, but before she can tell him the truth, she discovers he has a secret as well—one that could plunge their tropical paradise into another dark age. And Persis realizes she's not just risking her heart, she's risking the world she's sworn to protect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAcross a Star-Swept Sea\u003c\/em\u003e is a romantic, science-fictional reimagining of the classic \u003cem\u003eThe Scarlet Pimpernel\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003eCenturies after wars nearly destroyed civilization, the two islands of New Pacifica stand alone, a paradise where even the Reduction—the devastating brain disorder that sparked the wars—is a distant memory. Yet on the island of Galatea, an uprising against the aristocracy has turned deadly. The revolutionaries' weapon is a drug that damages their enemies' brains, and the only hope is rescue by a mysterious spy known as the Wild Poppy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn neighboring Albion, no one suspects that the Wild Poppy is actually famously frivolous teenage aristocrat Persis Blake. Her gossipy flutternotes are encrypted plans, her pampered sea mink is genetically engineered for spying, and her well-publicized new romance with handsome Galatean medic Justen Helo . . . is her most dangerous mission ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJusten is hiding things, too—his disenchantment with his country's revolution, his undeniable attraction to the silly socialite he's pretending to love. Persis is also falling for Justen, but when she discovers his greatest secret—one that could plunge New Pacifica into another dark age—she realizes she's not just risking her heart, she's risking the world she's sworn to protect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired by \u003cem\u003eThe Scarlet Pimpernel\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAcross a Star-Swept Sea\u003c\/em\u003e is a thrilling adventure in which nothing is as it seems and two teens from different worlds must fight for a future only they dare to imagine.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003ePraise for FOR DARKNESS SHOWS THE STARS: “Diana Peterfreund’s For Darkness Shows the Stars is an impassioned ode to Jane Austen, love, and the hope found in stars.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBeth Revis, New York Times bestselling author of ACROSS THE UNIVERSE and A MILLION SUNS\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for FOR DARKNESS SHOWS THE STARS: “Don’t you love it when a brilliant idea meets with brilliant execution? Thank you, Diana Peterfreund for giving us a post-apocalyptic Persuasion. This book is meltingly good.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLaini Taylor, National Book Award Finalist for LIPS TOUCH: THREE TIMES\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for FOR DARKNESS SHOWS THE STARS: “A beautiful, epic love story you won’t be able to put down!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSimone Elkeles, New York Times bestselling author of the Perfect Chemistry series\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for FOR DARKNESS SHOWS THE STARS: “A smart and sexy tale of star-crossed love that’s as thought-provoking as it is heartbreaking.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRobin Wasserman, author of THE BOOK OF BLOOD AND SHADOW\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for FOR DARKNESS SHOWS THE STARS: “This novel is a postapocalyptic retelling of Jane Austen’s Persuasion that will be a hit with fans of sci-fi romances … Readers will keep turning the pages right up to the end.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for FOR DARKNESS SHOWS THE STARS: “A richly envisioned portrait of a society in flux, a steely yet vulnerable heroine, and a young man who does some growing up.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A well-paced story led by a strong and likable heroine.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A good bet for readers looking for strong female protagonists, characters of color or just an enjoyable romantic adventure with a science-fiction spin.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Across a Star-Swept Sea is, like its main character Persis Blake, a delight.  Intrigue, romance, beautiful world-building, nuanced characters, and timely, intriguing questions come together to make this the perfect read.  I loved it!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAllie Condie, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Matched trilogy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“An imaginative and energetic retelling of The Scarlet Pimpernel—sheer fun!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLauren Willig, New York Times bestselling author of the Pink Carnation series\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Delicious romance, class warfare, and genetic engineering—Diana Peterfreund will ensnare you with this sci-fi twist to a classic story.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCinda Williams Chima, best-selling author of the Heir Chronicles and Seven Realms series\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for FOR DARKNESS SHOWS THE STARS: “A post-apocalyptic retelling of Jane Austen’s Persuasion scores high for ingenuity.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A charming bit of light adventure” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Peterfreund’s novel is riveting and intense...Readers will love this page-turning story and its dramatic climax.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRomantic Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Engrossing and fastpaced.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Complex in both plotting and themes, this science fiction revision of The Scarlet Pimpernel offers political intrigue, narrow escapes, and forbidden romance” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children’s Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“[A] mysterious spy adventure in a lush and terrifying futuristic world” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eVoice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888658772197,"sku":"NP9780062006165","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062006165.jpg?v=1730229557","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/across-a-starswept-sea-isbn-9780062006165","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}