{"product_id":"endling-1-the-last-isbn-9780062335524","title":"Endling #1: The Last","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this first book of an epic middle grade series, Katherine Applegate \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003etakes us on an unforgettable journey.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA \u003cem\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/em\u003ebestseller from the beloved author of\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e the action-packed Animorphs series and the award-winning \u003cem\u003eThe\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eOne and Only Ivan.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eByx is the youngest member of her dairne pack. Believed to possess remarkable abilities, her mythical doglike species has been hunted to near extinction in the war-torn kingdom of Nedarra.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter her pack is hunted down and killed, Byx fears she may be the last of her species. The Endling. So Byx sets out to find safe haven, and to see if the legends of other hidden dairnes are true.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlong the way, she meets new allies—both animals and humans alike—who each have their own motivations for joining her quest. And although they begin as strangers, they become their own kind of family—one that will ultimately uncover a secret that may threaten every creature in their world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilding on the success of her critically acclaimed novels \u003cem\u003eThe One and Only Ivan\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eCrenshaw, \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eWishtree\u003c\/em\u003e, while also returning to her action-packed fantasy roots of Animorphs, the Endling series is Katherine Applegate at her finest. With its enthralling characters, unique setting, and gripping adventure, this series is the perfect next read for fans of Rick Riordan, Brian Jacques, and Tui T. Sutherland.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDon't miss the second\u003cbr\u003ebook in Katherine Applegate’s “simply sublime” (\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eKirkus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e) epic middle grade animal fantasy trilogy,\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eEndling #2: The First\u003cem\u003e, plus the concluding volume, \u003c\/em\u003eEndling #3: The Only\u003cem\u003e. Read\u003cbr\u003eall three!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003eI REMEMBERED\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ewith a sudden pang, my mother’s words the last time we were together: \u003c\/em\u003eIt’s never wrong to hope, Byx.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOf course, she’d also said: \u003c\/em\u003eUnless the truth says otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eByx is used to being the youngest and the smallest. But for all her life, she’s also been part of something bigger—part of a family, part of a pack. Until the terrible day Byx finds herself alone, the last of the dairnes. The endling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor dairnes, the pack is everything: root and branch, heart and soul. Byx is determined to see if the legends she’s heard over the years about others of her kind are true. She sets off on a quest, traveling through the war-torn kingdom of Nedarra. Along the way, she meets new allies who each have their own motivation for joining her: Tobble, the worthy wobbyk; Khara, the girl of many disguises; Renzo, the thief with honor; and Gambler, the principled felivet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey start as Byx’s friends and become her family, and together they uncover a secret that will threaten the existence of not just the dairnes but every other creature in their world.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003eThe One and Only Ivan\u003c\/em\u003e:  ★ “Will capture readers’ hearts and never let go. A must have.“ - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “Exemplifies everything youngsters need to know about courage.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “Animal-loving youngsters and their adults will find plenty of food for thought in Ivan’s extraordinary story.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “Applegate effortlessly constructs her fantasy world, briskly moving readers through its imaginative details while creating winning, unique characters. This epic series starter is a bracing, propulsive read that will be a challenge to keep on the shelf.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eALA Booklist (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “The gripping first installment of Applegate’s new fantasy trilogy assembles a motley crew in a suspenseful, tautly drawn quest. Persuasive emotional underpinnings give depth and urgency to the adventure as the team unites against sinister forces.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “A suspenseful, tautly drawn quest.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The first book in a new series, this volume will whet readers’ appetites for more of Byx’s fascinating world and the next stage of her quest. Give this to lovers of animal fantasies and environmentally minded readers.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children’s Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “Applegate skillfully builds a fully realized world of intrigue and wonder without ever letting up on the story’s quick pace. Themes of genocide, conservation, and magic are interwoven, providing thought-provoking questions for astute readers and educators. A savvy choice for readers of fantasy; individual readers and book clubs will love it and demand to know when the sequel will be available.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “Applegate skillfully builds a fully realized world of intrigue and wonder without ever letting up on the story’s quick pace. Themes of genocide, conservation, and magic are interwoven, providing thought-provoking questions for astute readers. A savvy choice for readers of fantasy.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003cem\u003eEndling: The Last\u003c\/em\u003e blends careful and often lovely prose into a wild, fast-paced fantasy. Readers will fall in love with Byx and race with her through Nedarra, breathless and eager, thinking deeply all the way.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNew York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “Fantasy lovers are in for a treat with this smartly paced, enthralling adventure. The heart and courage Byx and her companions must find as they stand up against unimaginable odds will inspire and delight. A sweeping fantasy epic that will have readers clamoring for a follow-up.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “Fantasy lovers are in for a treat with this smartly paced, enthralling adventure that pairs novel and exciting world-building with classic high fantasy tropes and political intrigue. Applegate’s characters feel fresh and modern, and their questioning of the status quo will resonate with today’s middle graders. The heart and courage Byx and her companions must find within as they stand up against unimaginable odds will inspire and delight. A sweeping fantasy epic for the middle grade set that will have readers clamoring for a follow-up.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Storytide","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888760320229,"sku":"NP9780062335524","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062335524.jpg?v=1730229776","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/endling-1-the-last-isbn-9780062335524","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}