The Canyon's Edge by Dusti Bowling (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Canyon's Edge by Dusti Bowling Hatchet meets Long Way Down in this heartfelt and gripping novel in verse about a young girls struggle for survival after a climbing trip with her father goes terribly wrong. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description One year after a random shooting changed their family forever, Nora and her father are exploring a slot canyon deep in the Arizona desert, hoping it will help them find peace. Nora longs for things to go back to normal, like they were when her mother was still alive, while her father keeps them isolated in fear of other people. But when they reach the bottom of the canyon, the unthinkable happens: A flash flood rips across their path, sweeping away Noras father and all of their supplies.Suddenly, Nora finds herself lost and alone in the desert, facing dehydration, venomous scorpions, deadly snakes, and, worst of all, the Beast who has terrorized her dreams for the past year. If Nora is going to save herself and her father, she must conquer her fears, defeat the Beast, and find the courage to live her new life. Author Biography Dusti Bowling is the bestselling author of Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus, 24 Hours in Nowhere, Momentous Events in the Life of a Cactus, and The Canyons Edge. Dusti holds a B.S. in Psychology and lives in Arizona with her husband, three daughters, a dozen tarantulas, a gopher snake named Burrito, a king snake name Death Noodle, and a cockatiel named Gandalf the Grey. Review * "....powerful..a triumphant story of healing and bravery."--Booklist, starred review* "...this emotionally resonant survival tale is a must-have."--School Library Journal, starred review"...beautifully written. [Dusti] Bowling is a master storyteller."--Midwest Book Review"A powerful, heart-thumping story about survival and the inner strength it takes to reclaim life after trauma. Nora shows us that its possible to emerge stronger than weve ever been before."--Ann Braden, award-winning author of The Benefits of Being an Octopus"A gutsy, page-turning tale of courage, survival, and healing, told in dynamic verse. The Canyons Edge is powerful, unflinching, and full of heart."--Chris Baron, author of All of Me"A haunting, heart-pounding story of survival, brilliantly told in verse. The Canyons Edgewill inspire, uplift and resonate. I loved it!"--Barbara Dee, author of Maybe He Just Likes You and My Life in the Fish TankPraise for The Canyons Edge: A 2020 Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Kids Book * "...stunning.... an edge-of-your-seat read."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "A fast-paced, gripping novel...the high level of tension and the emotional pull of Bowlings writing make this a praiseworthy, adventure-filled story."--Publishers Weekly, starred review"Thrilling."--BookPage"You wont be able to stop turning pages of this gripping, unforgettable novel with emotional depth and resonance as you cheer for Nora to conquer her inner and outer beasts."--Donna Gephart, award-winning author of Lily and Dunkin, The Paris Project, and Abby, Tried and True Long Description One year after a random shooting changed their family forever, Nora and her father are exploring a slot canyon deep in the Arizona desert, hoping it will help them find peace. Nora longs for things to go back to normal, like they were when her mother was still alive, while her father keeps them isolated in fear of other people. But when they reach the bottom of the canyon, the unthinkable happens: A flash flood rips across their path, sweeping away Noras father and all of their supplies.Suddenly, Nora finds herself lost and alone in the desert, facing dehydration, venomous scorpions, deadly snakes, and, worst of all, the Beast who has terrorized her dreams for the past year. If Nora is going to save herself and her father, she must conquer her fears, defeat the Beast, and find the courage to live her new life. Review Quote "You wont be able to stop turning pages of this gripping, unforgettable novel with emotional depth and resonance as you cheer for Nora to conquer her inner and outer beasts."-- Donna Gephart, award-winning author of Lily and Dunkin, The Paris Project, and Abby, Tried and True Promotional "Headline" Hatchet meets Long Way Down in this heartfelt and gripping novel in verse about a young girls struggle for survival after a climbing trip with her father goes terribly wrong. Details ISBN0316494674 Author Dusti Bowling Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 0316494674 ISBN-13 9780316494670 Format Paperback DEWEY 813.6 Audience Age 8-12 Publisher Little, Brown & Company Imprint Little, Brown Young Readers Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Pages 336 US Release Date 2021-09-30 Publication Date 2021-09-30 UK Release Date 2021-09-30 Audience Children / Juvenile NZ Release Date 2021-11-29 AU Release Date 2021-11-29 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:133096871;

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