The Midnight Children
The Midnight Children by Dan Gemeinhart, published by Henry Holt and Company (BYR) on August 30, 2022, is a captivating tale that delves into themes of friendship, bravery, and the quest for belonging. This edition spans 352 pages and is presented in English. The story follows a group of seven mysterious children who arrive in the small town of Slaughterville, where they seek refuge in an abandoned home. Observing them from his bedroom window, Ravani Foster, a timid and lonely boy, becomes intrigued by their secrets and the absence of adults in their lives.
Readers will discover a narrative rich in emotion and social themes as Ravani forms an unexpected bond with Virginia, one of the runaways. Their friendship leads to the revelation of hidden truths and the emergence of danger, prompting Ravani to confront challenges that test his courage and loyalty. The Midnight Children explores what it means to find a family and a sense of home, while intertwining elements of mystery and fantasy. This engaging story is designed for those interested in juvenile fiction that addresses complex emotions and the dynamics of friendship.
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The #1 New York Times and Indie bestseller!
* “A story of fierce friendship, bravery, loyalty, and finding—or making—a place to belong.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“Equal parts Kate DiCamillo and Shirley Jackson, this book is unlike anything else I’ve ever read—you will love it.” —Jonathan Auxier, New York Times-bestselling author
From Dan Gemeinhart, the acclaimed author of The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise, comes an extraordinary story about a family of runaways who take up residence in a small town, and the outcast boy who finds his voice and his people—perfect for fans of Katherine Applegate and Kate DiCamillo.
In the dead of night, a truck arrives in Slaughterville, a small town curiously named after its windowless slaughterhouse. Seven mysterious kids with suitcases step out of the vehicle and into an abandoned home on a dead-end street, looking over their shoulders to make sure they aren’t noticed.
But Ravani Foster covertly witnesses their arrival from his bedroom window. Timid and lonely, Ravani is eager to learn everything he can about his new neighbors: What secrets are they hiding? And most mysterious of all…where are the adults?
Yet amid this shadowy group of children, Ravani finds an unexpected friend in the warm and gutsy Virginia. But with this friendship comes secrets revealed—and danger. When Ravani learns of a threat to his new friends, he must fight to keep them safe, or lose the only person who has ever understood him.
Full of wonder, friendship, and mystery, The Midnight Children explores the meaning of “home,” what makes a family, and what it takes to find the courage to believe in yourself.
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