Author:Pittacus Lore
The fourth mini instalment in the Lorien Legacies Lost Files series is here in the gripping The Search for Sam by Pittacus Lore.
In Santa Monica lives an enigmatic man who has lost his memory. When a rogue Mogadorian meets him he's pretty certain that this amnesiac knows more than he is letting on - in fact he might just hold the key to everything . . .
Only one person possesses the information vital to the Garde in fulfilling their destiny to fight to save Lorien and Earth.
This is the untold story of one man and his role in Lorien's salvation. This is The Search for Sam.
Praise for Pittacus Lore:
'Tense, exciting, full of energy' Observer
'Relentlessly readable' The Times
'Tense, keeps you wondering' Sunday Times
'Set to eclipse Harry Potter and moody vampires. Pittacus Lore is about to become one of the hottest names on the planet' Big Issue
The first book in Pittacus Lore's Lorien Legacies series, I Am Number Four, is now a major Disney motion picture.
This novel has been generating Twilight-level buzz.
—— Teen VogueHe is a wonderful storyteller, immersed in his own kingdom
—— GuardianSkylark was a great read and I was instantly engaged in Lark’s story.
—— Book Chick CityA genuine small masterpiece
—— TimeThrilling tale...stuffed with atmosphere, adventure, memorable characters and luxuriant Gothic prose. Any child who discovers it will fall in love, not only with Aiken’s writing, but with reading... The Wolves sequence has inspired writers from Philip Pullman to Cathryn Constable... Aiken was a genius, and her reissue deserves howls of delight
—— Amanda Craig , The TimesTake a whirlwind journey to the desolate, wolf-infested Willoughby estates. Brave cousins, an evil governess, a horrid orphanage - this rip-roaring story has them all, and more
—— Anne FineSo what makes these different to any other set of classics? In a moment of inspiration Random House had the bright idea of actually asking Key stage 2 children what extra ingredients they could add to make children want to read. And does it work? Well, put it this way...my 13-year-old daughter announced that she had to read a book over the summer holiday and, without any prompting, spotted The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas...and proceeded to read it! Now, if you knew my 13-year-old daughter, you would realise that this is quite remarkable. She reads texts, blogs and tags by the thousand - but this is the first book she has read since going to high school, so all hail Vintage Classics!
—— National Association for the Teaching of EnglishMasefield conjures the snowy landscape unforgettably , as does Joan Aiken in the 50th anniversary edition of The Wolves of Willoughby Chase.
—— Amanda Craig , The TimesThis is a lovely read for a teen audience.
—— wesatdown.blogspot.co.ukThe story is impressively creative . . . Sangu Mandanna has crafted a gorgeous debut that addresses the tough questions about rights of the living.
—— fansoffiction.blogspot.co.ukA stunning debut, The Lost Girl combines a brilliant concept with flowing writing to create a thought provoking dystopian.
—— hannahmariska.blogspot.co.ukThe story is great; it’s exciting and tense with plenty of action . . . The Lost Girl is an amazing first novel and I think Sangu Mandanna is a name to watch out for.
—— andthenireadabook.blogspotThe Lost Girl may be based on a fantastic premise but it addresses issues that most post-adolescents must sort out as best as they can: a vanishing childhood, the exchange of innocence for experience, and the newness of navigating a world without shelter.
—— The Asian AgeSure to be a huge seller over Christmas, the fantastic new teen title from the king of fantasy, Terry Pratchett....This is much darker than the previous Tiffany novels, as Tiffany grows up along with the readers. That said, it's still filled with Pratchett's trademark quircky humour.
—— Clare Mitchell , Yorkshire PostIf you must have more contemporary fantasy for your almost-teens, then the bogglingly prolific Terry Prachett has a new junior Discworld title: I Shall Wear Midnight
—— The Independant on SundayAlthough I Shall Wear Midnight, the fourth volume in the Tiffany Aching books by master of fantasy worlds Terry Pratchett is marked as being for younger readers, this is a book that older fans can't help but enjoy. Full of puns, allusions and some very odd characters, including Tiffany's ex, this is a book to laugh your way through.
—— Caroline Franklin , Newbury Weekly NewsThere are suprising revelations about other acquaintances in this action packed story with dark moments lightened by humour, not least from the wonderful Nac Mac Feegles. Full length novel for older, capable readers.
—— Primary TimesTeen witch Tiffany is one of Pratchett's most formidable creations yet
—— Time OutAs Tiffany tackles domestic drudgery and the monstrous villain, Pratchett brings us reflections on the role of women, the dangers of religion and the follies of society. And, writing at the height of his powers, he makes us laugh a lot
—— Nicolette Jones , The Sunday TimesPratchett's trademark wordplay and humor are much in evidence, but he's also interested in weightier topics, including religious prejudice and the importance of living a balanced life. Tiffany Aching fans, who have been waiting for this novel since Wintersmith should be ecstatic
—— Publishers WeeklyThere are suprising revelations about other acquaintances in this action-packed story with dark moments lightened by humour, not least from the wonderful Nac Mac Feegles
—— Primary Times