Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
326
Language
English
Published
May 5, 2009
Publisher
Scholastic
ISBN-10
0545207193
ISBN-13
9780545207195
Description
Fever Crumb, a unique young girl molded by an unconventional upbringing, finds herself navigating a world teetering on the brink of chaos. Raised by Dr. Crumb, a notable figure in the secretive order of Engineers, her formative years have instilled in her a practical and analytical mindset. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when she ventures beyond the confines of her sheltered existence, uncovering the complexities of her own identity.
As Fever becomes embroiled in a society rife with political intrigue and looming dangers, she grapples with her role amidst a backdrop of dystopian uncertainty. Her encounters with diverse characters and factions challenge her understanding of knowledge, power, and loyalty. The skills she honed under Dr. Crumb’s tutelage are put to the test, revealing hidden strengths and a resilience she didn’t realize she possessed.
Journeying through this ominous landscape, Fever must draw upon both her intellect and her burgeoning sense of self. Her quest is not only one of survival but also of discovery, as she unravels the mysteries of her past while striving to carve a future in a rapidly changing world. Each step she takes brings her closer to a destiny intertwined with the very fabric of the society that seeks to control it.
As Fever becomes embroiled in a society rife with political intrigue and looming dangers, she grapples with her role amidst a backdrop of dystopian uncertainty. Her encounters with diverse characters and factions challenge her understanding of knowledge, power, and loyalty. The skills she honed under Dr. Crumb’s tutelage are put to the test, revealing hidden strengths and a resilience she didn’t realize she possessed.
Journeying through this ominous landscape, Fever must draw upon both her intellect and her burgeoning sense of self. Her quest is not only one of survival but also of discovery, as she unravels the mysteries of her past while striving to carve a future in a rapidly changing world. Each step she takes brings her closer to a destiny intertwined with the very fabric of the society that seeks to control it.
Genres
Mystery