The Hunt Is On
Book 1
From the Series Seekers of the Aweto
Xinyue, his brother Qiliu, and their mother are seekers, hunting aweto—a rare, plantlike treasure—along the legendary Silk Road. After one outing, Xinyue discovers the offspring of a deity that creates aweto—and becomes the little creature’s reluctant caretaker. He soon struggles to keep it safe and keep it a secret. And that’s before he learns that warriors from the deity’s village are on his family’s tail…
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978-1-7284-2021-9
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$14.99 | |
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978-1-7284-2472-9
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$32.99 |
| Interest Level | Grade 7 - Grade 12 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 7 |
| Genre | Graphic Novels, Young Adult |
| Category | Diverse Books: #OwnVoices, Diverse Books: Race & Ethnicity, Diversity |
| Copyright | 2021 |
| Publisher | Lerner Publishing Group |
| Imprint | Graphic Universe ™ |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 136 |
| Publication Date | 2021-03-02 |
Author, Illustrator: Nie Jun
Nie Jun began drawing at an early age by copying lianhuanhua (Chinese sequential art). He later discovered the cartooning legends of Europe, Japan, and elsewhere. He lives in Beijing and teaches drawing to university students.
Awards
- Global Literature in Libraries Translated YA Book Prize
Reviews
Shelf Awareness
“[B]alances dynamic action sequences with a nuanced exploration of environmental commodification and resource scarcity.”—Shelf Awareness
Booklist
“An enchanting, beautifully crafted adventure for children and adults alike.”—Booklist
School Library Journal
“Jun’s delicate watercolors practically sing in their movement and detail. An exciting story with dreamlike illustrations.”—School Library Journal
Kirkus Reviews
“Packed with action and intrigue.”—Kirkus Reviews