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About The Book
Twin brothers have their fates diverge in this first book in the New York Times bestselling middle grade dystopian series that’s a “fun mix of magic and science” (Publishers Weekly).
Every year in Quill, thirteen-year-olds are sorted into categories: the strong, intelligent Wanteds who go to university, hardy Necessaries who take on menial tasks, and the artistic Unwanteds who are sent to their deaths.
In a nearly unprecedented verdict, thirteen-year-old twins Alex and Aaron are separated. Alex can barely keep it together as he’s led away from his Wanted brother to his own Unwanted fate. But when Alex reaches the death farm, he discovers it’s really a mirage hiding a stunning secret: the land of Artimé.
Each child in Artimé cultivates their creative abilities and learns how to use them magically, weaving spells through paintbrushes and musical instruments. It’s a whole new world and a whole new life for Alex, but he still can’t help but miss Aaron.
But there’s a threat looming on the horizon that threatens the survival of Artimé that will pit brother against brother—stretching their bond until it just might snap.
About The Author
Lisa McMann lives in Arizona. She is married to fellow writer and musician, Matt McMann, and they have two adult children. Her son is an artist named Kilian McMann and her daughter is an actor, Kennedy McMann. Lisa is the New York Times bestselling author of over two dozen books for young adults and children. So far she has written in genres including paranormal, realistic, dystopian, and fantasy. Some of her most well-known books are The Unwanteds series for middle grade readers and the Wake trilogy for young adults. Check out Lisa's website at LisaMcMann.com, learn more about The Unwanteds Series at UnwantedsSeries.com, and be sure to say hi on Instagram or Twitter (@Lisa_McMann), or Facebook (Facebook.com/McMannFan).
About The Reader
Simon Jones Broadway credits include: The Real Thing, Benefactors, The School for Scandal, The Herbal Bed, and Waiting in the Wings (Outer Critics Circle nominee). Off-Broadway credits include: Woman in Mind, Terra Nova, Privates On Parade (Drama Desk nominee). Film and TV highlights: Monty Python's The Meaning of Life, Brazil, Twelve Monkeys, The Devil's Own, Brideshead Revisited, PBS's Liberty and HBO's Oz.
Product Details
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio (August 30, 2011)
- Runtime: 7 hours and 20 minutes
- ISBN13: 9781442344877
- Ages: 8 - 12
Awards and Honors
- Iowa Children's Choice Award Nominee
- Oregon Battle of the Books List
- Grand Canyon Reader Award Nominee (AZ)
- Beehive Award Master List (UT)
- Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award Master List
- Maine Student Book Award Reading List
- Mark Twain Award (MO)
- Californa Young Reader Medal
- Great Stone Face Book Award Nominee (NH)
- Volunteer State Book Award Nominee (TN)
- Massachusetts Children's Book Award Nominee
- North Carolina Young Adult Book Award Nominee
- Nutmeg Book Award (CT)
- Nebraska Book Award Honor Book
- Truman Reader Award Final Nominee (MO)
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