Lowry's prose is spare and measured, and once again she has written a novel with provocative themes.
In this haunting companion to The Giver, a young orphan with a gift for embroidery discovers her talent is her only lifeline in a brutal, dystopian world. Lois Lowry weaves a powerful tale of resilience and hope that will linger long after the final page.
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In this haunting companion to The Giver, Lois Lowry transports readers to a mysterious future world ruled by savagery and deceit—a society that shuns and discards the weak without mercy. When young Kira is left orphaned and physically flawed, her future looks frighteningly uncertain. But she possesses an almost magical gift for embroidery, a talent so extraordinary it becomes her lifeline in a brutal world.
As Kira navigates ever-broadening responsibilities in her quest for truth, she uncovers secrets that will transform her understanding of everything she thought she knew. Lowry masterfully weaves a tale of resilience and hope, challenging readers to imagine what our world could become and what we truly value as a society.
Why readers love Gathering Blue:
Whether you’re discovering Lowry’s work for the first time or returning to her unforgettable worlds, Gathering Blue offers a compelling story that lingers long after the final page. Kira’s journey will stay with you, prompting reflection on community, compassion, and the courage it takes to question the world around us.
Perfect for young adult readers and anyone who appreciates dystopian fiction with profound emotional resonance.
Lowry's prose is spare and measured, and once again she has written a novel with provocative themes.
Lowry once again creates a mysterious but plausible future world...Readers will be engrossed.
Readers who were entranced by The Giver will be eager to learn more.
A compelling, well-crafted story.
Lowry's work is always thought-provoking.
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| Dimensions | 5.50 × 0.62 × 8.25 in |
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