The Electric Kingdom by David Arnold (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Electric Kingdom by David Arnold An urgent and eerily prescient YA novel about survival, friendship and finding hope in the face of darkness FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description An urgent and eerily prescient YA novel about survival, friendship and finding hope in the face of darknessA genre-smashing story of survival, hope and love amid a ravaged earth.A deadly flu has swept the globe, leaving a shell of the world that once was. Among the survivors are eighteen-year-old Nico and her dog, who are on a journey devised by Nicos father to find a mythical portal; a young artist named Kit, who knows almost nothing of the world outside the old abandoned cinema he was raised in; and and the enigmatic Deliverer, who lives Life after Life in an attempt to put the world back together. Author Biography David Arnold lives in Lexington, Kentucky, with his (lovely) wife and (inquisitive) son. He is the New York Times bestselling author of Mosquitoland, Kids of Appetite and The Strange Fascinations of Noah Hypnotik, which has been optioned for film by Paramount. His books have been translated into over a dozen languages. Review Wholly enjoyable. . . There is no shortage of humor in Mims musings, interspersed with tender scenes and a few heart-pounding surprises. Mims triumphant evolution is well worth the journey. * Publishers Weekly on Mosquitoland (starred review) *Its a breath of fresh air when a novel like David Arnolds Mosquitoland bucks the usual classifications and stands defiantly alone...like any odyssey worth embarking on, what the heroine—and the reader—finds along the way is far more interesting than we ever could have expected. * Entertainment Weekly on Mosquitoland *Marching at a steady pace, carried by crystalline prose, which echoes like poetry, towards a genuinely astonishing and moving conclusion. Accessible, sophisticated, and immensely satisfying. * Booklist (starred review) *This is a story about storytellers, and David Arnold is among the best. The Electric Kingdom is an epic postapocalyptic tale where humanity is louder than a swarm of Flies, and hope radiates in the bleakest of places. Fearless writing and a remarkable cast of characters will send readers on an unforgettable journey. * Adam Silvera *With luminous compassion and ceaseless invention, Arnold has built a postapocalyptic nesting doll of a tale, full of tricky resonances and moments of grace. All the pieces of this fascinating, ambitious book work together like the chambers of some great heart. I cant wait for teen readers to discover it and suspect it was written just for them. * Melissa Albert *Utterly unique and genre-busting, The Electric Kingdom is David Arnold at his best. I was left in awe by the stunning prose, the challenging philosophical questions, and the masterful puzzle of a plot. The moment I finished, I immediately wanted to read it again. * Jasmine Warga *This is not a simple post-apocalyptic novel but instead a quiet, philosophical exploration of humanity with a touch of science fiction around the edges. Defying strict genre categories, Arnold leaves readers wondering. * Kirkus *An absorbing read with well-realised characters and beautiful writing, this novel will appeal to readers of science fantasy such as N.K. Jemisins Broken Earth trilogy. * School Library Journal (starred review) *The Electric Kingdom is a sweeping exploration of art, storytelling, eternal life, and above all, a testament to the notion that even in an exterminated world, one person might find beauty in another. * BookRiot *Compelling...The grim reality of a world stripped of modern comforts is balanced by the humanity of the characters and occasional humour as Arnold explores themes of grief, love, and the importance of art and literature in our lives. * StoryLinks *Exciting, thought-provoking, and moving all at once…Often while reading this novel, I felt like I was watching a movie. * SAETA *I found it hard to put this book down. Its a unique post-apocalypse book that was unlike any other Ive read in a long time. The interesting characters and plot made it an engrossing read that took no time to finish. * Readings * Review Quote Wholly enjoyable. . . There is no shortage of humor in Mims musings, interspersed with tender scenes and a few heart-pounding surprises. Mims triumphant evolution is well worth the journey. Promotional "Headline" An urgent and eerily prescient YA novel about survival, friendship and finding hope in the face of darkness Description for Sales People * A genre-bending, post-apocalyptic novel that mixes elements of Emily St. John Mandels Station Eleven and Ted Chiangs short stories for a YA audience * Set in the aftermath of a global pandemic, this novel from YA author David Arnold is a dark and cyclical story of humankinds mistakes, with amazing heart and truly compelling characters * Publicity campaign will include author op-ed in national newspaper, national radio in Australia and NZ, online in-conversation event, review coverage sought in major news publications and YA-focussed online platforms * Feature campaign locked in with popular book lover website Better Reading Kids; featured advertising in education publications such as Magpies ; strong social media advertising campaign targeting YA readers and parents with teenage children; teaching notes to be featured on the Text website and promoted via quarterly Text education newsletter Details ISBN1922330922 Author David Arnold Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 1922330922 ISBN-13 9781922330925 Publication Date 2021-02-16 Format Paperback Pages 432 Imprint The Text Publishing Company Place of Publication Melbourne Country of Publication Australia Translator Danny Guinan Birth 1954 Death 1939 Affiliation Dartmouth College Position Assistant Professor Qualifications Ph.D. Audience Age 16 Publisher Text Publishing Alternative 9781922459053 Audience Children / Juvenile NZ Release Date 2021-02-15 AU Release Date 2021-02-15 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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