Misfit

Name: Misfit
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781419700217
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By Jon Skovron

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Summary

Misfit by Jon Skovron is a young adult novel that follows the journey of Jael Thompson, a teenage girl grappling with her half-demon identity. As Jael explores her newfound powers, she unravels secrets about her family's past and faces the eternal struggle against demonic forces. It's a tale of self-discovery, supernatural adventures, and balancing the duality of heritage and normal life.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to stories that explore identity, belonging, and the supernatural. With its blend of a teenage girl's journey to understand her unique heritage and a rich mix of magic and myth, this young adult novel offers a compelling adventure filled with self-discovery and the challenges of fitting in.

Misfit

Jael has always felt like a freak. She's never stayed in a town for longer than a year, she's never kissed a boy, she never knew her mum, and her dad's always been super-strict, but that's probably because her mom was a demon, which makes Jael half-demon, and most definitely not a normal sophomore at St Mary's High School.

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Misfit by Jon Skovron is a unique coming-of-age story about Jael, a girl who has always felt like a freak. She's never kissed a boy and never knew her mother, while her father has been overly strict. This might be because Jael's mother was a demon, making Jael half demon and anything but a typical sophomore girl.

On her sixteenth birthday, Jael receives a mysterious present that unlocks her family's dangerous history and her untapped potential. What was once an embarrassing secret becomes a terrifying reality as Jael learns to master her demon side. She is faced with the challenge of confronting a vindictive Duke of Hell, all while dealing with a twisted priest, best-friend drama, and a spacey blond skater boy who may have hidden depths.

Author Jon Skovron explores the dark side of human nature with his signature funny, heartfelt prose.

Praise for Misfit
« "An impeccably paced and unusually profound urban-fantasy novel. Thoughtful, scary and captivating." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review

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?

Misfit by Jon Skovron is generally praised for its unique blend of supernatural elements and relatable adolescent struggles. Reviewers appreciate the strong character development and engaging narrative, highlighting its appeal to young adults who enjoy stories of self-discovery and adventure. Some readers point out that the book's exploration of identity and belonging resonates deeply, while the mix of humour and darker themes adds depth to the enjoyable storyline.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419700217

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 August 2011

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 217.0mm

Weight: 530g

Pages: 384

Collections

Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Jon Skovron Young Adult

About the Author

Jon Skovron is the author of Struts & Frets, about which the Washington Post Book World said, "Skovron perfectly captures that passion--sometimes fierce, sometimes shy--that drives so many young artists to take the raw stuff of life and 'transform it into something beautiful.'" He lives in Washington, DC.