The Last Beekeeper
The Last Beekeeper by Pablo Cartaya, published by HarperCollins Publishers on September 5, 2023, is a 304-page work in English that explores themes of survival and environmental challenges. In a future transformed by climate change, the protagonist, Yolanda Cicerón, faces the daunting task of saving the last known beehive from extinction. As she navigates a harsh life on her farm in the Valley, Yoly dreams of a better future in Silo, a town that values intelligence and utility above all else.
Readers will find an engaging narrative that follows Yoly’s journey as she confronts the realities of her world and the dangers lurking within Silo. The story delves into her determination to secure her education while uncovering secrets that threaten her community. With elements of action and adventure, The Last Beekeeper highlights the significance of the honeybee and its potential role in revitalizing the Valley, making it a compelling exploration of resilience against environmental adversity.
Official synopsis Publisher
Jane Addams Children’s Book Award for Younger Children Finalist
Texas Bluebonnet Award List 2022-23
Facing a world dually altered by climate change and those who profit from it, Yolanda Cicerón will have to fight to save the last known beehive from extinction in this stirring new adventure by award-winning author Pablo Cartaya.
In a future shaken by climate disasters, Yolanda Cicerón knows that nature is something to be feared. While life in the Valley is brutal and harsh, Yoly dreams of leaving her farm to live in Silo–the most advanced town for miles around. But first, Yoly will need to prove she belongs in a place where only the smartest and most useful are welcomed.
Between her razor-sharp smarts and sheer determination, Yoly is well on her way until she discovers her family can no longer afford her schooling. When forced to take matters into her own hands, the closer she gets to securing her future, the more she uncovers the dangers lying inside Silo’s walls–ones that threaten the entire Valley.
As she cracks long-guarded secrets, Yoly, along with those closest to her, is put in grave peril, and the only chance of surviving may lie in the rediscovery of a long-extinct species–the honeybee. Can the last surviving beehive be the key to pulling the Valley out from under Silo’s thumb, or will they destroy what remains of Yoly’s future?
Author
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “The Last Beekeeper” about?
Who is the author of “The Last Beekeeper”?
When was “The Last Beekeeper” published?
What is the ISBN for “The Last Beekeeper”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
