Gregor and the underland5/15/2023 ![]() ![]() You can click on the NPR link and listen to the interview. ![]() Gregor the Overlander was chosen by the wonderful librarian/author Nancy Pearl for the NPR piece Adventures to Read All Through the Summer. Cliffhanger chapter endings propel the story forward to its inevitable but nevertheless immensely satisfying conclusion, which, happily for readers, hints at more heart-pounding journeys to the center of the earth."." "The fast-paced, detailed narrative features vivid battle scenes (complete with gore), dangerous alliances, some frighteningly close calls, and the sobering death of comrades-in-arms. This irresistible novel by Suzanne Collins, New York Times bestselling author of The Hunger Games, tells the story of a boy who embarks on a dangerous quest. "This is an engrossing adventure for fantasy fans and for those new to the genre." "A refreshing combination of sensitive characters, innovative devices, and an unusual setting make this an appealing purchase for younger fantasy fans." "ure to be a solid hit with young fantasy fans." Proclaimed as 'The Warrior' of Bartholomew of Sandwich's prophecies, he was the hero of the underground city of Regalia, though he was not fond of this title and eventually abandoned it after the war against the Bane. "Collins does a grand job of world-building, with a fine economy of words…Unlike Gregor, who cannot wait to leave, readers will likely find to be a fantastically engaging place." Gregor is the titular character and main protagonist of The Underland Chronicles series. Creature depictions are soulful and the plot is riveting. ![]() "Gregor's luminous, supremely absorbing quest takes place in a strange underground land of giant cockroaches, rideable bats, and violet-eyed humans. ![]()
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