The Scorpion Rules (Prisoners of Peace)

Bow, Erin

ISBN 10: 1481442716 ISBN 13: 9781481442718

Published by Margaret K. McElderry Books, 2015

Language: English

Condition: Used - As new Hardcover

Save for Later

Sold by Talparo Books, Oakville, ON, Canada

AbeBooks Seller since 8 July 2021

Seller rating 3 out of 5 stars

View this seller's items

View all copies of this book

Used - Hardcover

Condition: Used - As new

Price: � 34.50 Convert Currency

� 18.61 shipping from Canada to U.S.A. Destination, rates & speeds

Quantity: 1 available

Add to basket

Save for Later

About this Item

A first edition, second printing, signed by the author directly to the title page (see photo). This book is unread and as new. The dust jacket is clean and bright with no marks or creases. It is now protected in Brodart. Book cover is clean with no marks or bumps. Pages are clean, unmarked, and tight. Item is not remaindered or price clipped. An excellent copy. We ship well packaged.

Seller Inventory # ABE-1737926074246

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Scorpion Rules (Prisoners of Peace)
Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books
Publication Date: 2015
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1481442716
ISBN 13: 9781481442718
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 1st Edition
Condition: As New
Dust Jacket Condition: As New
Signed: Signed by Author(s)

About this title

Synopsis

The children of world leaders are held hostage in an attempt to keep the peace in this "slyly humorous, starkly thought-provoking" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) novel.

Greta is a Duchess and a Crown Princess. She is also a Child of Peace, a hostage held by the de facto ruler of the world, the great Artificial Intelligence, Talis. This is how the game is played: if you want to rule, you must give one of your children as a hostage. Start a war and your hostage dies.

The system has worked for centuries. Parents don't want to see their children murdered.

Greta will be free if she can make it to her eighteenth birthday. Until then she is prepared to die with dignity, if necessary. But everything changes when Elian arrives at the Precepture. He's a hostage from a new American alliance, and he defies the machines that control every part of their lives--and is severely punished for it. His rebellion opens Greta's eyes to the brutality of the rules they live under, and to the subtle resistance of her companions. And Greta discovers her own quiet power.

Then Elian's country declares war on Greta's and invades the prefecture, taking the hostages hostage. Now the great Talis is furious, and coming himself to deliver punishment. Which surely means that Greta and Elian will be killed...unless Greta can think of a way to break all the rules.

About the Author

Erin Bow is the author of The Scorpion Rules, which received three starred reviews and was a Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year and it's sequel, The Swan Riders, which received two starred reviews. She also wrote the acclaimed Russian-flavored fantasy Plain Kate, which received two starred reviews and was a YALSA Best Book of the Year, and the terrifying YA ghost story Sorrow's Knot, which received five starred reviews and was a Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year. Visit her at ErinBow.com.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

I am a long-time reader and collector of books, including general literature, fiction, and science fiction/fantasy. I am now pursuing one of my ambitions, that is to use my interests and experience and become a fulltime Bookseller. I continue to acquire books that are appealing to me and hopefully also to you. My acquisitions include new and future releases as well as previously published items. I therefore have, and will continue to have, many interesting items for sale. Most of my available items are First Editions, First Printings and identified as such. Whenever possible I obtain signed copies. This includes through attendance at Readings, Book Fairs and, recently, via on-line meetings. All dust jackets are wrapped in Archival dust jacket cover to protect them and to enhance the appearance of the book. I also have a large collection of comics, which is undergoing review and some of which are being offered for sale. I will also offer, from time to time, Art-related items including Catalogues, Posters and Prints. I have been a dealer in sports cards and memorabilia, as well as comics, selling at Shows and Conventions. Therefore, as both a collector and seller, I understand your need for well maintained items in good condition and fairness in describing items offered for sale. We also accept responsibility for proper packaging of items to avoid shipping-related damage, even if it increases the cost of getting the item to you. We make these requirements our obligation to you the client. Thanks for your interest in our items.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

Talparo Books
ON, Canada

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

As a Collector and not just a Book Dealer we recognize the importance of fairness in the description of an item. We are conservative in our gradings and items are guaranteed authentic and in the condition as described. Unless otherwise stated First Editions are also First Printings. Where issued, dust jackets are wrapped in archival covers which are protective, and which also enhance the appearance of the book. We do our best to stock and offer books in high quality condition. Your trust is of g...

More Information

Right of cancellation

Shipping Terms

Orders are usually shipped within 2 business days. Shipping costs are based on books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required, although this is usually noted within the item description. Please note that tracking/signing service is an extra cost which will be added to the shipping charge. Our items are always well packaged.

Shipping speeds are estimates based on the carriers' delivery times and cannot be guaranteed. If your order will pass through Customs, please expect a delay. Any applicable Customs duties or brokerage fees are the responsibility of the buyer. If local sales taxes apply, or if the book is heavy or oversized and requires additional shipping, the bookseller may contact you directly about extra charges.

Shipping rates from Canada to U.S.A.

Shipping rates from Canada to U.S.A.
Order quantity	7 to 14 business days	4 to 6 business days
First item	� 18.61	� 26.05

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.

Detailed Seller Information