Showing posts with label Adventure. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Adventure. Show all posts

Thursday, January 08, 2015

Amulet Book 6: Escape from Lucien by Kazu Kibuishi

From chapters.ca:
Emily, Navin, and their friends continue to battle the Elf King in hopes of destroying him forever, but one of his most loyal followers, Max, isn't making it easy for them. The crew journeys to Lucien, a city that's been ravaged by the war. Emily has more enemies there than she realizes — and it'll take everything she's got to get herself and her friends out of the city alive.

Saturday, December 13, 2014

The Death of Joan of Arc by Michael Scott

From chapters.ca:
Joan of Arc was not burned at the stake in Rouen, France in 1431. She was rescued from certain death by Scathach the Warrior. The truth about that day is revealed in the last will and testament of William of York, and it will leave you wondering: does Joan of Arc still walk the earth? Michael Scott’s first-ever exclusive ebook short story delves into the world of the bestselling series The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel and offers readers a never-before-seen lost story -
the story of two warriors who would become sisters.

Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Three Thieves Book 5: Pirates of the Silver Coast by Scott Chantler

From chapters.ca:
In this fifth book in the Three Thieves series of graphic novels, Dessa convinces the smuggler Quinn to transport her, Topper, and Fisk to the mysterious Island of Astaroth. Dessa is convinced her twin brother, Jared, who was abducted years earlier by the Queen's chamberlain, is being held on the island. However, soon after setting sail, they are overtaken by a pirate ship commanded by the King of Pirates, whom they discover is interested in only one treasure on board: Dessa's map to the location of Astaroth! Will Dessa's plan for finding her brother be thwarted?

Monday, August 25, 2014

Three Thieves Book 4: The King's Dragon by Scott Chantler

From chapters.ca:
In this fourth installment of the Three Thieves fantasy adventure series of graphic novels, Captain Drake's quest to find Dessa, Topper and Fisk has led him to a remote healing monastery where he believes they have gone to tend Dessa's broken leg. While pursuing his quarry, Captain Drake finds himself beset by memories of his early days as a young and idealistic knight in King Roderick's service. Featured as flashbacks, these memories provide readers with important clues to the unfolding story, such as that the King's Dragons were more loyal to the palace chamberlain, Maarten Greyfalcon, than to the king; that there was a mysterious letter written by the king, meant to be read only at his death, which had disappeared; and that Drake had uncovered a plot to murder the king. The tale moves forward in both the present and the past, with the flashbacks drawn in black-and-white to differentiate the time. As with the very successful and well-reviewed first three titles by award-winning cartoonist Scott Chantler, high action propels this fast-moving story forward, with sword fighting, chase scenes and a bold and daring narrow escape, while intricate plotlines full of intrigue and suspense (and occasional witty banter) keep the reader guessing. The art is dramatic and evocative, offering emotional close-ups, telling details and believable backdrops. This is a wonderful graphic novel that will engage reluctant readers, providing a painless way to dive into literature and learn about plot, character, setting and other literary devices.

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Fortunately the Milk by Neil Gaiman, illustrated by Skottie Young

From chapters.ca:
The name of the book is Fortunately the Milk, and if you know any eight or nine year olds, this book is absolutely perfect. Filled with adventure, aliens, time travel and more, Neil Gaiman’s Fortunately the Milk is a modern day Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, hilarious, wonderfully weird, and guaranteed to turn any child into a voracious reader.

Friday, August 09, 2013

The False Prince by Jennifer A Nielsen

From chapters.ca:
The thrilling first book in a trilogy filled with danger, deceit, and hidden identities will keep readers clinging to the edge of their seats. In a discontent kingdom, civil war is brewing. To unify the divided people, Conner, a nobleman of the court, devises a cunning plan to find an impersonator of the king's long- lost son and install him as a puppet prince. Four orphans are recruited to compete for the role, including a defiant boy named Sage. Sage knows that Conner's motives are more than questionable, yet his life balances on a sword's point - he must be chosen to play the prince or he will certainly be killed. But Sage's rivals have their own agendas as well. As Sage moves from a rundown orphanage to Conner's sumptuous palace, layer upon layer of treachery and deceit unfold, until finally, a truth is revealed that, in the end, may very well prove more dangerous than all of the lies taken together. An extraordinary adventure filled with danger and action, lies and deadly truths that will have readers clinging to the edge of their seats.

Monday, August 05, 2013

The Wolves of Willoughby Chase by Joan Aiken, illustrated by Pat Marriott

From chapters.ca:
Long ago, at a time in history that never happened, England was overrun with wolves. But as Bonnie and her cousin Sylvia discover, real danger often lies closer to home. Their new governess, Miss Slighcarp, doesn't seem at all nice. She shuts Bonnie in a cupboard, fires the faithful servants and sends the cousins far away from Willoughby Chase to a place they will never be found. Can Bonnie and Sylvia outwit the wicked Miss Slighcarp and her network of criminals, forgers and snitches?

Sunday, July 28, 2013

Dodger by Terry Pratchett

From chapters.ca:
Dodger is a tosher - a sewer scavenger living in the squalor of Dickensian London. Everyone who is nobody knows Dodger. Anyone who is anybody doesn't. But when he rescues a young girl from a beating, suddenly everybody wants to know him. And Dodger's tale of skulduggery, dark plans and even darker deeds begins.

Tuesday, July 23, 2013

The Mark of Athena by Rick Riordan

From chapters.ca:
Annabeth is terrified. Just when she's about to be reunited with Percy - after six months of being apart, thanks to Hera - it looks like Camp Jupiter is preparing for war. As Annabeth and her friends Jason, Piper, and Leo fly in on the Argo II, she can't blame the Roman demigods for thinking the ship is a Greek weapon. With its steaming bronze dragon figurehead, Leo's fantastical creation doesn't appear friendly. Annabeth hopes that the sight of their praetor Jason on deck will reassure the Romans that the visitors from Camp Half- Blood are coming in peace. And that's only one of her worries. In her pocket, Annabeth carries a gift from her mother that came with an unnerving command: Follow the Mark of Athena. Avenge me. Annabeth already feels weighed down by the prophecy that will send seven demigods on a quest to find - and close - the Doors of Death. What more does Athena want from her? Annabeth's biggest fear, though, is that Percy might have changed. What if he's now attached to Roman ways? Does he still need his old friends? As the daughter of the goddess of war and wisdom, Annabeth knows she was born to be a leader - but never again does she want to be without Seaweed Brain by her side.

Thursday, July 18, 2013

Three Thieves Book 3: The Captive Prince by Scott Chantler

From chapters.ca:
In this third title of the cinematic Three Thieves graphic novel series, Dessa, Topper and Fisk are still running from the Queen's Dragons and trying to find Dessa's missing twin brother. But when Dessa inadvertently rescues a prince - putting kingdoms at stake and love on the line - the adventure quickly becomes a royal mess!

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Jake Ransom and the Howling Sphinx by James Rollins

From chapters.ca:
Using his father's watch as a key, Jake intends to return to Calypsos. Instead he's thrust into a strange desert land where he's joined by his friends Marika, Pindor, and Bach'uuk and his sister, Kady. As they try to figure out what to do next, a surprise attack by the beautiful young Princess Nefertiti takes them all captive. Soon even she is battling the Skull King's minions. For Jake has something the Skull King wants a prize that will give its owner awesome power, including control of the fearsome Howling Sphinx. In a new pounding adventure, Jake races against time to outfight and outwit Kalverum Rex, knowing that if the Skull King wins, he'll be unstoppable.

Tuesday, April 02, 2013

The Flying Beaver Brothers and The Evil Penguin Plan by Maxwell Eaton III

From chapters.ca:
Meet Ace and Bub, the flying beaver brothers! Ace loves extreme sports and is always looking for a new adventure. Bub loves napping and, well, napping. But when penguins threaten to freeze Beaver Island for "resort and polar- style living," the brothers put their talents to work saving their tropical island paradise. Can they save Beaver Island from environmental destruction? And can they do it in time to still win the annual Beaver Island Surfing Competition?

Sunday, March 31, 2013

Three Remarkable Journeys Around the World by Matt Phelan

From chapters.ca:
As the nineteenth century wound down, a public inspired by the novel Around the World in Eighty Days clamoured for intrepid adventure. The challenge of circumnavigating the globe as no one ever had before - a feat assuring fame if not fortune - attracted the fearless in droves. Three hardy spirits stayed the course: In 1884, former miner Thomas Stevens made the journey on a bicycle, the kind with a big front wheel. In 1889, pioneer reporter Nellie Bly embarked on a global race against time that assumed the heights of spectacle, ushering in the age of the American celebrity. And in 1895, retired sea captain Joshua Slocum quietly set sail on a thirty- six- foot sloop, braving pirates and treacherous seas to become the first person to sail around the world alone. With cinematic pacing and deft, expressive art, acclaimed graphic novelist Matt Phelan weaves a trio of epic journeys into a single bold tale of three visionaries who set their sights on nothing short of the world.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Beep and Bah by James Burks

From chapters.ca:
Beep is a robot who hungers for adventure. Bah is a goat who wants to stay out of trouble. When Bah discovers a single sock, Beep knows there's only one thing to do: find its match! Together, Beep and Bah begin a winding journey that takes them up high hills and into the deep ocean. On the way, they'll meet monkeys, whales, and angry bears - but will they find the missing sock?

Friday, January 25, 2013

Infinity Ring Book One: A Mutiny in Time by James Dashner

From chapters.ca:
Scholastic's next multi-platform mega-event begins here! History is broken, and three kids must travel back in time to set it right! When best friends Dak Smyth and Sera Froste stumble upon the secret of time travel - a hand- held device known as the Infinity Ring - they're swept up in a centuries- long secret war for the fate of mankind. Recruited by the Hystorians, a secret society that dates back to Aristotle, the kids learn that history has gone disastrously off course. Now it's up to Dak, Sera, and teenage Hystorian- in- training Riq to travel back in time to fix the Great Breaks...and to save Dak's missing parents while they're at it. First stop: Spain, 1492, where a sailor named Christopher Columbus is about to be thrown overboard in a deadly mutiny!

Friday, October 19, 2012

The 39 Clues: Vespers Rising by Rick Riordan, Peter Lerangis, Gordon Korman, and Jude Watson


From chapters.ca:
Four powerhouse authors. Four Cahill revelations. A brave group of bestselling and award- winning authors have put their lives on the line to bring you a novel in four parts with staggering news about the Cahills... and the group that's hunting them. Lock your doors, check your phones for wiretaps, and erase your hard drives. Information is coming to you that's so hot, it's not safe to mention here.

Saturday, September 29, 2012

Three Thieves Book 2: The Sign of the Black Rock by Scott Chantler

From chapters.ca:
Young readers (and adults, too) will feel transported by the clever, intricate plotline and superb, sweeping illustrations of this second title in the Three Thieves series. The action resumes as our three goodhearted fugitives stop at a roadside inn during a ferocious thunderstorm. Narrow escapes ensue as Grig, the scheming and selfish innkeeper, endeavors to capture the trio and secure a reward from the Queen. Tensions mount further as the Queen's Dragons arrive at the tavern, hot on the trail of the fugitives and immediately suspicious of the smarmy Grig. Will Grig get his due? Will the fugitives escape? And why hasn't Grig's gentle wife spoken a word in ten years? You can bet she's got a secret.

Saturday, July 14, 2012

The Adventurers’ Handbook: An Extreme, Extraordinary, and Exciting Journey Around the World by Anita Ganeri, illustrated by Dusan Pavlic

From chapters.ca:
Pack your knapsack and get ready, adventurers, we're going on a trip around the world! Make sure you have your compass and hiking boots and are prepared for the coolest and craziest adventures, but most importantly, don't forget to take your Adventurers' Handbook that will serve as a guide for any situation you might find yourself in. You'll learn to say hello in sixteen languages, how to beat jet lag, and properly use chopsticks. But most importantly, you'll get the directions to race a dog team across polar ice, survive barreling over Niagara Falls, and ride a camel across the Sahara Desert. Are you ready to see the world?

Monday, May 28, 2012

The Secret Science Alliance and the Copycat Crook by Eleanor Davis

From chapters.ca:
Julian Calendar thinks starting at a new school will mean he can shed his nerdy image, but then he meets Ben and Greta, two secret scientists like himself. The three form a secret club, complete with a high- tech lair. This graphic novel bursts with wacky inventions, harebrained schemes, and hilarious adventure.

Friday, May 25, 2012

Lunch Lady and the Bake Sale Bandit by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

From chapters.ca:
The Breakfast Bunch is excited for the upcoming bake sale-and the best part is that it's raising money for an awesome field trip. But when all the snacks go missing, it's no laughing matter. Someone is sabotaging the bake sale. But why? Lunch Lady and the Breakfast Bunch are hot on the trail... one brownie crumb at a time.
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