{"product_id":"messenger-of-fear-isbn-9780062207401","title":"Messenger of Fear","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichael Grant's \u003cem\u003eMessenger of Fear\u003c\/em\u003e is a haunting narrative that examines the nature of good and evil in every human. Fans of Michelle Hodkin's Mara Dyer trilogy and Stephen King will love this satisfyingly twisted series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMara Todd wakes in a field of dead grass, a heavy mist pressing down on her. She is terrified, afraid that she is dead. She can't remember who she is or anything about her past. Is it because of the boy who appears? He calls himself the Messenger of Fear. If the world does not bring justice to those who do evil, the Messenger will. He offers the wicked a game. If they win, they go free. If they lose, they will live their greatest fear. Either way, their sanity will be challenged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a world of fair but harsh justice. Of retribution and redemption. And mystery. Why was Mara chosen to be the Messenger's apprentice? What has she done to deserve this terrible fate? She won't find out until three of the wicked receive justice. And when she does, she will be shattered.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003eMara wakes in a field of dead grass, a heavy mist pressing down on her. She is terrified, afraid that she is dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere is a boy in that mist, a beautiful young man dressed in black and able to move effortlessly through space and time. He is the Messenger of Fear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Messenger sees the darkness in human hearts. He sees the evils done: the destructive lies, the cruelty, the bullying, the violence. And if the world does not bring justice to those who do evil, the Messenger will. He offers the wicked a game. If they win, they go free. If they lose, they will live their greatest fear. Either way, their sanity will be challenged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a world of fair but harsh justice. Of retribution and redemption. And mystery. Why was Mara chosen to be the Messenger's apprentice? What has she done to deserve this terrible fate? She won't find out until three of the wicked receive justice. And when she does, she will be shattered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTold through compelling stories that are masterfully intertwined, \u003cem\u003eMessenger of Fear\u003c\/em\u003e is about the terrible choices that people make in life. Michael Grant, author of the \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling Gone series, has created a powerful and brilliant narrative that examines the nature of good and evil in every human.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003ePraise for GONE:  “If Stephen King had written LORD OF THE FLIES, it might have been a little like this.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eVOYA (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This intense, marvelously plotted, paced, and characterized story will immediately garner comparisons to Lord of the Flies or even the long-playing world shifts of Stephen King, with just a dash of X-Men for good measure. A potent mix of action and thoughtfulness-centered around good and evil, courage and cowardice-renders this tour de force that will leave readers dazed, disturbed, and utterly breathless.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eALA Booklist (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for HUNGER:  “Readers will be unable to avoid involuntary gasping, shuddering, or flinching while reading this suspense-filled story.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eVOYA (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for LIES:   “Disturbing, brilliantly plotted, and boasting a balanced mix of action and scheming.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eALA Booklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for PLAGUE:   “Grant’s science fantasy thrillers continue to be the very definition of a page-turner.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eALA Booklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for FEAR:   “Fans can count on more excellent storytelling, multidimensional characters who continue to develop in unexpected ways, and some mighty fine eye-popping moments.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eVOYA (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrant only slowly unveils the reason Mara is with the Messenger, building tension and atmosphere expertly for maximum impact. Readers will find that in the end, it all comes together extremely well. An unusual and intriguing puzzle of a book. - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Written from a stream-of-consciousness point of view, this book is a welcome change from the current dystopian young adult books that are so popular.The idea that good and evil in the world are balanced on the edge of a knife is a motivating philosophy.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eVoice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Grant explores bullying, family problems, suicide, and more, and several painful passages will have readers cringing, even as they make them think about what they would do in the same situation….a solid beginning to a series that is likely to be quite popular with horror and paranormal fans.” ” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for LIGHT:   “As a series finale, this book is more than satisfying-it is epic.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eVOYA (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Grant’s new series starts off with a bang and never lets up. Mara is a strong, relatable character who stands up for herself, while also regretful of some of the things she has done in her past. The games will delight those readers who enjoy a little gore and horror in their books. This is a promising start to a series with a truly unique concept.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Grant’s new series starts off with a bang and never lets up.The games will delight those readers who enjoy a little gore and horror in their books. This is a promising start to a series with a truly unique concept.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The Messenger of Fear has a two-word message for readers: BE AFRAID. The nightmares start in chapter one and don’t let up. Seriously, this book gave me chill after chill. My message to you: Read it in a safe, well-lighted place. It’s fright fiction at its best!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eR.L. Stine, Bestselling Author of the  Goosebumps and Fear Street Series\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Mesmerizing, horrifying, and deeply thought-provoking.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCarrie Ryan, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Forest of Hands and Teeth\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The enviably cunning and ever versatile Michael Grant explodes on the scene with Messenger of Fear, a palpitating horror fantasy mash-up with a genius twist that blew my mind. I walked through O’hare with this book in my face—I couldn’t stop reading!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLisa McMann, New York Times Bestselling Author of the Wake trilogy and The Unwanteds series\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888698224869,"sku":"NP9780062207401","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062207401.jpg?v=1730229647","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/messenger-of-fear-isbn-9780062207401","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}