The terrifying impact of global warming on vulnerable lives is laid bare in this gripping tale of survival from internationally bestselling author Steve Cole. The terrifying impact of global warming on vulnerable lives is laid bare in this gripping tale of survival from internationally bestselling author Steve Cole. Gayla is trapped all alone when floodwater pours into her bedroom in a residential centre for kids with disabilities. Junjun’s makeshift shack has been washed away in the flood and he needs to find medicine for his sister, who’s sick after drinking contaminated water. At first these two young people seem to have little in common and pity each other, but as the waters continue to rise, they must work together to find a way to survive. “Skilfully weaves together themes of global warming and inequality to address the critical issue of the climate crisis. This book not only educates young readers about the urgency of addressing climate change, but also encourages them to contemplate their role in building a sustainable future." – INIS Magazine "Warmly and unsentimentaly told, the issues the two young people face are grippingly explored. The disproportionate impacts of climate change, and the effects of poverty and disability are intricately woven into an absorbing tale of two strong characters learning to help each other in order to survive. A page-turner with heart." – The School Librarian Steve Cole is a bestselling children’s author. His various book series include Z. Rex, Thieves Like Us, Doctor Who, the three million copy selling Young Bond series. In other careers he has worked as an editor of books and magazines for readers of all ages. Steve lives in Aylesbury. - Depicts topical, hard-hitting and real-life threats, exploring the terrifying impact of global warming on island nations as well as the impact of poverty and disability on young people’s lives - Follows the great success of Steve’s previous environmental fiction for Barrington Stoke, visually tied in with more stunning artwork from Oriol Vidal - Steve is a hugely prolific and popular writer and, active in terms of events, he is a prominent name across bookshops, schools and libraries - Title pitched for the 2024 FCBG Conference, included in an eco reads booklist, with additional backlist promotion for all of Steve’s Barrington Stoke titles
Publicat de: HarperCollins Publishers