Gullstruck Island Lib/E

Product Description


On Gullstruck Island, legend has it that the mountain ranges and volcanoes are in charge. Anger them, and you’ll pay the price. Keep them happy, and you’ll enjoy their protection. These stories of the land’s command come in handy for quiet, near-invisible Hathin when she must run for her life. Hathin’s sister, Arilou, is believed to be a Lost. The Lost are held nearly sacred by those on Gullstruck, for they can send their senses away from their bodies. If Lost, Arilou can read a message across the island. If Lost, Arilou can hear whispers in the corners of private rooms. If Lost, Arilou can smell bread baking in the governor’s mansion. All from her beachside hut. But the question remains: Is Arilou really a Lost? When all the Lost drop dead—except Arilou—she and Hathin are swept into a grand conspiracy that leads them to the most sinister depths—and heights—of the island.


Review


"A luminous example of gifted storytelling at its best."-- "Publishers Weekly (starred review)"


"Brilliantly conceived, perfectly executed and utterly mesmerizing."-- "Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"


"Delightfully inventive...Ripe, rollicking, and endlessly creative."-- "The Guardian"


About the Author


Frances Hardinge is the winner of the 2015 Costa Book of the Year for The Lie Tree, one of just two young adult novels to win this major UK literary prize. She is the author of several books for young people, including A Skinful of Shadows, A Face Like Glass, Fly By Night, and Verdigris Deep. She lives in England