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Series: Chaos Walking
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Fleeing before a relentless army, Todd has carried a desperately wounded Viola right into the hands of their worst enemy, Mayor Prentiss. Immediately separated from Viola and imprisoned, Todd is forced to learn the ways of the Mayor's new order. But what secrets are hiding just outside of town? And where is Viola? Is she even still alive? And who are the mysterious Answer?
And then, one day, the bombs begin to explode...
The new edition of this tense, shocking, and deeply moving novel features a bonus short story, The Wide, Wide Sea. Introducing new characters and set before the events of The Ask and the Answer, it is a story of love and loyalty in a divided world.
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Fleeing before a relentless army, Todd has carried a desperately wounded Viola right into the hands of their worst enemy, Mayor Prentiss. Immediately separated from Viola and imprisoned, Todd is forced to learn the ways of the Mayor's new order. But what secrets are hiding just outside of town? And where is Viola? Is she even still alive? And who...Paperback$1800Elsewhere:$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
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The Knife of Never Letting Go
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The complete Chaos Walking trilogy is now available in this striking boxed set. Soon to be a major motion picture starring Tom Holland and Daisy Ridley—read it before you watch the film! Prentisstown isn’t like other towns. Everyone can hear everyone else’s thoughts in a constant, overwhelming Noise. There is no privacy. There are no secrets. Then Todd Hewitt unexpectedly...Set$6499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
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A stand-out new Collector's Edition Slipcase of the award-winning Chaos Walking trilogy, featuring additional new short stories.Prentisstown isn’t like other towns.Everyone can hear everyone else’s thoughts in a constant, overwhelming Noise. There is no privacy. There are no secrets. Then Todd Hewitt unexpectedly stumbles on a spot of complete silence. Which is impossible. And now he’s going to have to...Box Set$7499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks
Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
The Ask and the Answer by Patrick Ness, a young adult novel, has been praised for its intense plot and complex themes. Reviewers highlight the book's exploration of morality and power dynamics, applauding its thought-provoking narrative and strong character development. The writing style is often noted for its ability to keep readers engaged with suspenseful and emotional storytelling.
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ISBN: 9781406379174
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 February 2018
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Walker Books Ltd
Audience: Teenage
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 37.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 468g
Pages: 528
About the Author
Patrick Ness is the award-winning and bestselling author of A Monster Calls, More Than This, The Rest of Us Just Live Here and Release. John Green has described him as "an insanely beautiful writer". He has won every major prize in children's fiction, including the Carnegie Medal twice. He has written the screenplay for the film of A Monster Calls and the BBC Dr Who spin-off, Class. The first Chaos Walking film is slated for release in 2020. He lives in Los Angeles.
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