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359 pp.
| Feiwel |
November, 2010 |
TradeISBN 978-0-312-61342-6$17.99
(3)
YA
While visiting London, Jack Whitmore discovers a pair of glasses that transport him to the apocalyptic world of Marbury. There he finds himself struggling to protect two younger boys. Meanwhile, his loose grip on reality threatens his relationships with his best friend and with a new love interest. Complex characters and visceral details make for a haunting and intriguing journey.