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Elementals: Ice Wolves

A tale of elemental powers and sibling bonds

Amie Kaufman author Levente Szabo illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Published:4th Apr '19

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In Elementals: Ice Wolves, a brother and sister navigate their elemental powers in a divided world, exploring themes of loyalty and friendship.

In Elementals: Ice Wolves, bestselling author Amie Kaufman introduces readers to a captivating world where elemental creatures coexist in a realm divided by ancient rivalries. The story follows twelve-year-old Anders, an orphan who discovers that he has the power to transform into an ice wolf, while his twin sister, Rayna, embodies the fiery essence of a scorch dragon. This revelation raises questions about their bond and identity, as their respective elemental forms signify a deep-rooted enmity between their clans.

As Anders navigates the complexities of his newfound abilities, he is determined to rescue Rayna from the clutches of the dragons who have taken her. His journey leads him to Ulfar Academy, a prestigious institution for young wolves that emphasizes loyalty and strength. However, Anders soon finds that loyalty is not as straightforward as it seems, and the true essence of friendship can sometimes challenge the very foundations of loyalty.

The narrative beautifully explores themes of family, identity, and the power of friendship, as Anders and Rayna learn to harness their unique abilities in a world that seeks to keep them apart. Elementals: Ice Wolves is the beginning of an enchanting series that promises adventure, heart, and the struggle for belonging in a divided world.

“A thrilling, nonstop adventure with vibrant characters and the kind of richly imagined world you never want to leave.” — Shannon Messenger, New York Times bestselling author of the Keeper of the Lost Cities series “Amie Kaufman charges onto the scene with Ice Wolves, a story full of epic beasts and endearing heroes that will keep you reading late into the night. If you’ve ever wanted to go on an adventure, read this book.” — Marie Lu, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Young Elites “Dragons! Wolves! Epic battles! Divided loyalties! Amie Kaufman’s Ice Wolves is full of fast-paced adventure, but at its heart it’s also the tale of one boy facing two classic questions: Where do I belong? and Who am I? The answers he finds will enthrall any reader.” — Margaret Peterson Haddix, New York Times bestselling author of the Shadow Children series and the Missing series “Unique and utterly spellbinding; a fast-paced, fantastical thrill ride from beginning to end.” — Gregory Funaro, New York Times bestselling author of Alistair Grim’s Odditorium “With propulsive prose and impeccable pacing, Amie Kaufman has created a wholly absorbing fantasy world that feels both ancient and dangerous. Readers will devour this tale of fire and ice, magic and mystery, family and friendship—and immediately beg for the next book. Engrossing and vibrant.” — Claire Legrand, acclaimed author of Foxheart “Nestled between fast-paced action and vivid imagery, Kaufman deftly shares with us the heartache of lives diverging, of losing the one person who has always been with you in the fight against the world. I feel this story so deeply and I want more!” — Alex Gino, award-winning author of George “What a treat to have a magical world full of diverse characters in which any young person can imagine themselves as powerful shape-shifters. An engaging world and cliffhanger ending leave readers wanting more.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

ISBN: 9780062457998

Dimensions: 194mm x 130mm x 19mm

Weight: 238g

368 pages