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Set in a post-apocalyptic Britain, the novel follows Fever Crumb, a young woman raised by the Scriven mutants, as she returns home after two years to find that her mother's creation, New London a massive city on wheels is nearly complete and preparing to wage war against the nomad tribes of Britain. As an army of mammoth-riders gathers to attack the city, Fever journeys to the northern wastelands to uncover the ancient birthplace of the Scriven and discover the truth about her own mysterious origins. The story explores themes of technology, mutation, and survival in a fractured world where ancient knowledge holds the key to the future.
Quick Summary
In a post-apocalyptic Britain where massive cities crawl across the countryside on giant wheels, one girl stumbles upon secrets that could shatter everything her society believes. Kids will devour the wild steampunk world, the terrifying mammoth-riders preparing for war, and Fever's determination to uncover truth even when it means challenging the people who raised her. If your kid devoured "Mortal Engines" or rooted for Katniss in "The Hunger Games," they'll find a new favorite world to get lost in. This book is perfect for readers in grades 5-8 who crave action, mystery, and a heroine brave enough to question everything.