Dark Eden: 1 - Softcover

Carman, Patrick

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0062009710 ISBN 13: 9780062009715

Publisher: Katherine Tegen Books, 2012

Synopsis

When Will Besting approaches Fort Eden for the first time, he knows something isn't right. With more terrifying secrets at every turn, he discovers a hidden fear deep inside himself, a dark mystery a thousand years in the making, and the unexpected girl of his dreams. But can he save everyone from the dangers of Fort Eden before it's too late?

Patrick Carman's Dark Eden is a provocative exploration of fear, betrayal, the power of memory, and the mystery of love.

About this title

Review:

"A compelling read that transposes the best aspects of classic horror storytelling onto a modern backwoods adventure reluctantly experienced by seven terrified teens."--Los Angeles Times

"DARK EDEN is a fast-paced thrill ride."--Los Angeles Times

A spooky, psychological thriller. With seven different characters who have seven different fears, there is bound to be someone for readers to relate to in one way or another...the supernatural twist at the end will leave teens with more questions than answers.--School Library Journal

"The added supernatural twist...maintains Fort Eden's air of doom and gloom to the very end.--Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

About the Author:

Patrick Carman is the New York Times bestselling author of over thirty books, including the acclaimed series the Land of Elyon and Floors and the teen superhero novel Thirteen Days to Midnight. A multimedia pioneer, Patrick authored The Black Circle, the fifth title in the 39 Clues series, and the Dark Eden, Skeleton Creek, Trackers, Fizzopolis, and Voyagers series. An enthusiastic reading advocate, Patrick has visited more than a thousand schools, developed village library projects in Central America, and created author outreach programs for communities. He lives in Walla Walla, Washington, with his family. You can visit him online at www.patrickcarman.com.

About this edition

• Publisher: Katherine Tegen Books
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0062009710
• ISBN 13: 9780062009715
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 336
• Illustrator: Arrasmith Patrick