The Way Past Winter

Author: Hargrave, Kiran Millwood

Number Of Pages: 284

Details:

The Way Past Winter is a riveting adventure about magic, an eternal winter, and one girl's unbreakable determination to reunite her family. Mila, her sisters, and her brother, Oskar, live in a small forest cabin, surviving in a world gripped by frost and snow. When a mysterious man shows up on her doorstep, Mila and her family grant him shelter for the night. But in the morning, the man is gone—and he's taken Oskar with them. • Written by awardwinning and internationally recognized author Kiran Millwood Hargrave • Inspired by European folklore • Middle grade novel that explores deeper topics—grief, inner strength, and the unbreakable bonds of family Determined to save their brother, Mila and her sisters set out on a mission to rescue him. But challenges await them at every turn: wolves with the speed of demons, tempestuous gold, an untrustworthy mage—and always the relentless, stinging freeze of winter. The Way Past Winter is a classic adventure story in the vein of Phillip Pullman, Anne Ursu, and Kelly Barnhill that evokes the best of the middle grade fantasy genre. • A beautifully written, smartly paced tale of riveting adventure with a focus on family • Perfect gift for children ages 10 and up who love fantasy and magic • Great for librarians and teachers looking to expand their classroom novel collection • Add it the the shelf with books like Greenglass House by Kate Milford, Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow by Jessica Townsend, and The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill. From School Library Journal Gr 4–6—Imagine a world where winter hasn't ended for five long years, and "arrived so sudden and sharp it stuck birds to branches." That's the world Mila lives in. She can remember spring, but it's a distant memory—like the memory of her mother, who died when her sister was born, and the memory of her father, who left the house five years ago and never returned. Now it's just Mila and her siblings, older sister Sanna, older brother Oskar, and young Pipa trying to survive the cold, dark days. When a strange man and a group of boys appear one night, Mila is instantly wary. But Oskar gives the group permission to camp near the house. When the girls awaken in the morning they find the group has vanished without a trace, and Oskar with them. Sanna believes Oskar left of his own will and wanted to be rid of them, but Mila is certain he was taken and that it is up to her to find him. Hargrave's lush language and imagery completely immerses readers in a Nordic-inspired world where legend mingles with reality. The Orekson siblings, all depicted as white, embody the steadfastness of the forest around them in a story of love, determination, and conservation. VERDICT This rich title begs to be read while wrapped in a warm blanket, sipping a cup of hot chocolate. Recommended.—Heather Webb, Worthington Libs., OH

Reviews:

"At once an epic adventure and an intimate tale about family. More than just a gripping story, it presents a timely and powerful allegory for how humanity and nature are inextricably linked. A truly beautiful book." -Soman Chainani, New York Times bestselling author of The School for Good and Evil

"An ode to the frozen north, to sibling love, and to the lure of adventure."- The Guardian

"I loved curling up on a snowy night with The Way Past Winter! Kiran captures all the magic of a classic fairy tale; this story of strong sisters, a shapeshifting bear, eternal winter, parents' mistakes, and stolen children is captivating and impossible to put down. For anyone who loves brave heroines and the timeless feel of stories like  Breadcrumbs, Snow and Rose, or  The Jumbies!" -Tui T. Sutherland, bestselling author of the Wings of Fire series

"Hargrave balances the narrative between wintry adventure and spellbinding fairy tale. . . mingling magical elements with thrilling survival episodes. . . A generous helping of action adventure flavors this engaging folkl...

EAN: 9781452181554

Release Date: 06-10-2020

Languages: English

Item Note: Great shape- pages are unmarked and sharp. Hardcover Used - Like New Ships fast! 2020

Item Condition: UsedLikeNew

Binding: Hardcover