Rescue by Jennifer A. Nielsen (English) Paperback Book

Description: Rescue by Jennifer A. Nielsen From New York Times bestselling author Jennifer A. Nielsen comes a thrilling World War II story of espionage and intrigue, as one girl races to save her father and aid the French resistance.Six hundred and fifty-seven days ago, Meg Kenyons father left their home in France to fight for the Allies in World War II, and that was the last time Meg saw him. Recently, she heard he was being held prisoner by the Nazis, a terrible sentence from which Meg fears hell never return. All she has left of him are the codes he placed in a jar for her to decipher, an affectionate game the two of them shared. But the codes are running low, and soon therell be nothing left of Papa for Meg to hold on to at all.Suddenly, an impossible chance to save her father falls into Megs lap. After following a trail of blood in the snow, Meggie finds an injured British spy hiding in her grandmothers barn. Captain Stewart tells her that a family of German refugees must be guided across Nazi-occupied France to neutral Spain, whereupon one of them has promised to free Megs father. Captain Stewart was meant to take that family on their journey, but too injured to complete the task himself, he offers it to Meg, along with a final code from Papa to help complete the mission -- perhaps the most important, and most difficult, riddle shes received yet.As the Nazis flood Megs village in fierce pursuit, she accepts the duty and begins the trek across France. Leading strangers through treacherous territory, Meg faces danger and uncertainty at every turn, all the while struggling to crack her fathers code. The message, as she unravels it, reveals secrets costly enough to risk the mission and even her own life. Can Meg solve the puzzle, rescue the family, and save her father? FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Jennifer A. Nielsen is the acclaimed author of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Ascendance Series: The False Prince, The Runaway King, The Shadow Throne, The Captive Kingdom, and The Shattered Castle. She also wrote the New York Times bestseller The Traitors Game and its sequels, The Deceivers Heart, and The Warriors Curse; the New York Times bestselling Mark of the Thief trilogy: Mark of the Thief, Rise of the Wolf, and Wrath of the Storm; the standalone fantasy The Scourge; and the critically acclaimed historical thrillers A Night Divided, Resistance, Words on Fire, Rescue, Lines of Courage, Iceberg, Uprising, and One Wrong Step. Jennifer collects old books, loves good theater, and thinks that a quiet afternoon in the mountains makes for a nearly perfect moment. She lives in northern Utah with her family, and is probably sneaking in a bite of dark chocolate right now. You can visit her online at jennielsen.com or follow her on Twitter and Instagram at @nielsenwriter. Review Praise for Rescue: "Well-paced and absorbing..." -- Publishers WeeklyPraise for Words on Fire: * "Gripping... Audras story deserves a place on the shelf next to Lois Lowrys Number the Stars and Marcus Zusaks The Book Thief." -- Booklist, starred review"[This] adventure about a little-known place and time... delivers action and suspense." -- Kirkus Reviews"There is much on offer in this novel: family love, patriotism, magic, and the importance of books... Highly recommended." -- School Library ConnectionPraise for Resistance: A Sydney Taylor Notable Book"The edge-of-your-seat climax places readers amidst the gritty, horrifying street battles of the Warsaw Ghetto and pays tribute to those who sacrificed themselves so others would live... Historical fiction at its finest, this informs, enlightens, and engages young readers." -- School Library Journal"Highlight[s] moments of resistance via cinematic action sequences." -- Kirkus Reviews"Suspense mounts continually as Chaya survives her ordeals, gaining strength and faith in her mission. The courage and self-sacrifice of many characters is inspiring." -- Publishers Weekly"Fast-paced and suspenseful." -- School Library ConnectionPraise for A Night Divided: ILA-CBC Childrens Choices List selection"Absorbing and deeply suspenseful, with plenty of ticking-clock tension... an eye-opening glimpse of history." -- Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books"A marvelously crafted historical novel about courage, perseverance and the will to survive, A Night Divided excels in every regard." -- Reading Eagle"Distinct supporting characters... demonstrate the harrowing choices people made to survive, encouraging readers to consider what they would have done if fate and history had cast them into the story... The novels strong setting and tense climax will keep readers engrossed and holding their breath until the last page." -- School Library Journal"History buffs will drool over the magnificently told tale, but even reluctant readers will become immersed in the tension-filled exploits." -- Voice of Youth Advocates"Like Anne Frank before her, Gerta is small but mighty, a hardheaded heroine who dreams up big ideas and refuses to give up in the face of adversity and danger." -- Publishers WeeklyPraise for The Traitors Game: A New York Times bestseller"The next big YA fantasy." -- Entertainment Weekly"One of the Most Anticipated YA Fantasy Books of 2018." -- Bustle"We were immediately caught up in Kestras story, plotting beside a heroine made of strength, bravery and intelligence. Her complicated relationship with Simon and the danger sewn into every moment of her fathers palace politics kept us flipping pages in time with each jaw-dropping plot twist." -- Justine Magazine"Fantasy, action and romance combine for a whirlwind ride in Jennifer A. Nielsens The Traitors Game!" -- Girls Life"One of the Most Anticipated YA Books of 2018." -- Hypable"Nielsen creates wonderful characters in all of her novels, and she is especially talented at writing complex, intriguing females who refuse to fit into any neat categories. The first in her engrossing Traitors Game series introduces readers to another fascinating heroine, who disrupts the plans and plots laid to trap her and insists on controlling her own narrative... Engrossing, emotional and offers plenty of promise for the series to come." -- RT Book Reviews"One of the Most Anticipated YA Fantasy Novels of 2018." -- B&N Teen Blog"[An] action-packed, romance-laden tale." -- Publishers Weekly"This rip-roaring tale has action galore with battle scenes, kidnappings, murder, intrigue, and romance... Nielsen has created a compelling world where little is as it seems." -- School Library Connection"Nielsen does a masterful job keeping readers off guard while tightening the screws of tension throughout, satisfying even the most reluctant readers." -- School Library Journal"The twists and turns of the plot make for compelling reading that should especially entertain fans of Nielsens Ascendance trilogy." -- The Horn Book"The Traitors Game is intrigue and adventure with a bold heroine, some forbidden romance and plenty of twists along the way." -- Shelf Awareness"The Traitors Game by Jennifer A. Nielsen, is an action-packed story that leaves you yearning for more. The new book is an amazing addition to Nielsens repertoire... Fit with a feisty heroine and some tough kidnappers, The Traitors Game keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout." -- The Missourian"Kestra may be one of my favorite characters of all time. She is courageous, bold beyond belief and also positively petulant, with a tendency for tantrums. The perfect protagonist for this adventurous, action-packed fantasy. Mixed with a bit of magic, a completely captivating saga is created; a stellar start to a tempting trilogy." -- Buried Under Books"If you like your heroines fierce, your heroes protective, their loyalties divided, their missions complex, their motivations hidden, their lives full of secrets, The Traitors Game is an absolute must." -- FiktshunPraise for The Scourge: "A strong, feisty main character... narrates a story that is equal parts adventure, mystery, and political intrigue." -- The Horn Book"Anis willingness to help others, a hard battle in herself as she tries to get over long-held assumptions, demonstrates effectively how emergencies can bridge distances." -- Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books"Nielsens (A Night Divided) polished fantasy smoothly combines medieval elements with hints of mystery and romance... it delivers a significant message about how misinformation breeds intolerance." -- Publishers Weekly"Nielsen provides readers with a strong, three-dimensional heroine and a plot that will keep readers guessing." -- School Library Connection"The characters are well defined and memorable. Feisty Ani, a likable character who is thoughtful and strong, drives the story forward and keeps readers wanting to know more... A solid choice for readers who enjoy tales of strong heroines set in the ever-popular dystopian genre." -- School Library JournalPraise for the Ascendance Trilogy: A New York Times Notable Childrens BookA Publishers Weekly Best Book of the YearA Chicago Public Library "Best of the Best" Childrens BookA Cybils Award Winner* "An impressive, promising story." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review"[A] pageturner." -- New York Times Book Review"Sage proves to be a compelling character whose sharp mind and shrewd self-possession will make readers eager to follow him into a sequel." -- The Wall Street Journal"A swashbuckling origin story... chock-full of alluring details for adventure-loving boys." -- Los Angeles Times"A fast-paced and thrilling read with twists and turns that never let up." -- School Library Journal"Gripping." -- Kirkus Reviews"Should appeal to fans of... Suzanne Collins... [A] surefire mix of adventure, mystery, and suspense." -- The Horn Book Review Quote Praise for Rescue : "Well-paced and absorbing..." -- Publishers Weekly Praise for Words on Fire: * "Gripping... Audras story deserves a place on the shelf next to Lois Lowrys Number the Stars and Marcus Zusaks The Book Thief ." -- Booklist , starred review "[This] adventure about a little-known place and time... delivers action and suspense." -- Kirkus Reviews "There is much on offer in this novel: family love, patriotism, magic, and the importance of books... Highly recommended." -- School Library Connection Praise for Resistance: A Sydney Taylor Notable Book "The edge-of-your-seat climax places readers amidst the gritty, horrifying street battles of the Warsaw Ghetto and pays tribute to those who sacrificed themselves so others would live... Historical fiction at its finest, this informs, enlightens, and engages young readers." -- School Library Journal "Highlight[s] moments of resistance via cinematic action sequences." -- Kirkus Reviews "Suspense mounts continually as Chaya survives her ordeals, gaining strength and faith in her mission. The courage and self-sacrifice of many characters is inspiring." -- Publishers Weekly "Fast-paced and suspenseful." -- School Library Connection Praise for A Night Divided: ILA-CBC Childrens Choices List selection "Absorbing and deeply suspenseful, with plenty of ticking-clock tension... an eye-opening glimpse of history." -- Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books "A marvelously crafted historical novel about courage, perseverance and the will to survive, A Night Divided excels in every regard." -- Reading Eagle "Distinct supporting characters... demonstrate the harrowing choices people made to survive, encouraging readers to consider what they would have done if fate and history had cast them into the story... The novels strong setting and tense climax will keep readers engrossed and holding their breath until the last page." -- School Library Journal "History buffs will drool over the magnificently told tale, but even reluctant readers will become immersed in the tension-filled exploits." -- Voice of Youth Advocates "Like Anne Frank before her, Gerta is small but mighty, a hardheaded heroine who dreams up big ideas and refuses to give up in the face of adversity and danger." -- Publishers Weekly Praise for The Traitors Game: A New York Times bestseller "The next big YA fantasy." -- Entertainment Weekly "One of the Most Anticipated YA Fantasy Books of 2018." -- Bustle "We were immediately caught up in Kestras story, plotting beside a heroine made of strength, bravery and intelligence. Her complicated relationship with Simon and the danger sewn into every moment of her fathers palace politics kept us flipping pages in time with each jaw-dropping plot twist." -- Justine Magazine "Fantasy, action and romance combine for a whirlwind ride in Jennifer A. Nielsens The Traitors Game !" -- Girls Life "One of the Most Anticipated YA Books of 2018." -- Hypable "Nielsen creates wonderful characters in all of her novels, and she is especially talented at writing complex, intriguing females who refuse to fit into any neat categories. The first in her engrossing Traitors Game series introduces readers to another fascinating heroine, who disrupts the plans and plots laid to trap her and insists on controlling her own narrative... Engrossing, emotional and offers plenty of promise for the series to come." -- RT Book Reviews "One of the Most Anticipated YA Fantasy Novels of 2018." -- B&N Teen Blog "[An] action-packed, romance-laden tale." -- Publishers Weekly "This rip-roaring tale has action galore with battle scenes, kidnappings, murder, intrigue, and romance... Nielsen has created a compelling world where little is as it seems." -- School Library Connection "Nielsen does a masterful job keeping readers off guard while tightening the screws of tension throughout, satisfying even the most reluctant readers." -- School Library Journal "The twists and turns of the plot make for compelling reading that should especially entertain fans of Nielsens Ascendance trilogy." -- The Horn Book " The Traitors Game is intrigue and adventure with a bold heroine, some forbidden romance and plenty of twists along the way." -- Shelf Awareness " The Traitors Game by Jennifer A. Nielsen, is an action-packed story that leaves you yearning for more. The new book is an amazing addition to Nielsens repertoire... Fit with a feisty heroine and some tough kidnappers, The Traitors Game keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout." -- The Missourian "Kestra may be one of my favorite characters of all time. She is courageous, bold beyond belief and also positively petulant, with a tendency for tantrums. The perfect protagonist for this adventurous, action-packed fantasy. Mixed with a bit of magic, a completely captivating saga is created; a stellar start to a tempting trilogy." -- Buried Under Books "If you like your heroines fierce, your heroes protective, their loyalties divided, their missions complex, their motivations hidden, their lives full of secrets, The Traitors Game is an absolute must." -- Fiktshun Praise for The Scourge: "A strong, feisty main character... narrates a story that is equal parts adventure, mystery, and political intrigue." -- The Horn Book "Anis willingness to help others, a hard battle in herself as she tries to get over long-held assumptions, demonstrates effectively how emergencies can bridge distances." -- Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books "Nielsens ( A Night Divided ) polished fantasy smoothly combines medieval elements with hints of mystery and romance... it delivers a significant message about how misinformation breeds intolerance." -- Publishers Weekly "Nielsen provides readers with a strong, three-dimensional heroine and a plot that will keep readers guessing." -- School Library Connection "The characters are well defined and memorable. Feisty Ani, a likable character who is thoughtful and strong, drives the story forward and keeps readers wanting to know more... A solid choice for readers who enjoy tales of strong heroines set in the ever-popular dystopian genre." -- School Library Journal Praise for the Ascendance Trilogy: A New York Times Notable Childrens Book A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year A Chicago Public Library "Best of the Best" Childrens Book A Cybils Award Winner * "An impressive, promising story." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "[A] pageturner." -- New York Times Book Review "Sage proves to be a compelling character whose sharp mind and shrewd self-possession will make readers eager to follow him into a sequel." -- The Wall Street Journal "A swashbuckling origin story... chock-full of alluring details for adventure-loving boys." -- Los Angeles Times "A fast-paced and thrilling read with twists and turns that never let up." -- School Library Journal "Gripping." -- Kirkus Reviews "Should appeal to fans of... Suzanne Collins... [A] surefire mix of adventure, mystery, and suspense." -- The Horn Book Details ISBN1338621017 Author Jennifer A. Nielsen Pages 400 Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 1338621017 ISBN-13 9781338621013 Format Paperback Publication Date 2022-05-03 Publisher Scholastic US Imprint Scholastic US Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2022-05-03 NZ Release Date 2022-05-03 US Release Date 2022-05-03 UK Release Date 2022-05-03 DEWEY FIC Audience Children / Juvenile Audience Age 9-12 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:145029562;

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