In Other Lands
In Other Lands by Sarah Rees Brennan is a reprint edition published by Small Beer Press in 2019, featuring 448 pages in English. This novel explores the unique experiences of Elliot, a thirteen-year-old who discovers a hidden world beyond a wall that only he can see. As he navigates his new school in the Borderlands, he encounters a variety of fantastical beings, including elves and mermaids, while facing challenges that involve friendship, love, and self-discovery.
Readers will find a blend of fantasy and social themes as Elliot’s journey unfolds in a setting filled with adventure and unexpected lessons. The narrative delves into the complexities of growing up, with elements of romance and friendship woven throughout. With engaging chapter illustrations by Casey Nowak, this book presents a vibrant world where Elliot learns about diplomacy and the importance of finding his own place, all while adapting to the peculiarities of his new environment.
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Georgia Peach Award Nominee – Florida Teens Read Award Nominee – ABC Best Books for Young Readers – Bank Street College Best Children’s Books of the Year – A Junior Library Guild Selection – Hugo & Locus award finalist
In Other Lands is an exhilarating novel from bestselling author Sarah Rees Brennan about surviving four years in the most unusual of schools – friendship, falling in love, diplomacy, and finding your own place in the world — even if it means giving up your phone.
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Borderlands aren’t like anywhere else. Don’t try to smuggle a phone or
any other piece of technology over the wall that marks the Border —
unless you enjoy a fireworks display in your backpack. (Ballpoint pens
are okay.) There are elves, harpies, and — best of all as far as Elliot
is concerned — mermaids.
“What’s your name?”
“Serene.”
“Serena?” Elliot asked.
“Serene,” said Serene. “My full name is Serene-Heart-in-the-Chaos-of-Battle.”
Elliot’s mouth fell open. “That is badass.”
Elliot?
Who’s Elliot? Elliot is thirteen years old. He’s smart and just a tiny
bit obnoxious. Sometimes more than a tiny bit. When his class goes on a
field trip and he can see a wall that no one else can see, he is given
the chance to go to school in the Borderlands.
It turns out that
on the other side of the wall, classes involve a lot more weaponry and
fitness training and fewer mermaids than he expected. On the other hand,
there’s Serene-Heart-in-the-Chaos-of-Battle, an elven warrior who is
more beautiful than anyone Elliot has ever seen, and then there’s her
human friend Luke: sunny, blond, and annoyingly likeable. There are lots
of interesting books. There’s even the chance Elliot might be able to
change the world.
Chapter illustrations by Casey Nowak.
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