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208,95 kr. Thoughtfully imaginative and action-packed, Steeplejack is New York Times bestselling A. J. Hartley's YA debut set in a 19th-century South African fantasy world2017 Thriller Awards Winner for Best Young AdultYALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults Selection Kirkus Reviews Best Teen Book Booklist Top Ten YA in Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror"A richly realized world, an intensely likable character, and a mystery to die for." - Cory Doctorow, New York Times-bestselling authorSeventeen-year-old Anglet Sutonga lives and works as a steeplejack in Bar-Selehm, a sprawling city known for its great towers, spires, and smokestacks - and even greater social disparities across race and class. Ang's world is turned upside-down when her new apprentice Berrit is murdered the same night that the city's landmark jewel is stolen. Her search for answers behind his death exposes unrest in the streets and powerful enemies. But she also finds help from unexpected friends: a kindhearted savannah herder, a politician's haughty sister, and a savvy newspaper girl. As troubles mount in Bar-Selehm, Ang must discover the truth behind both murder and theft soon - or else watch the city descend into chaos.
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- 208,95 kr.
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208,95 kr. - Bog
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198,95 kr. In A. J. Hartley's thrilling and intriguing 19th-century South African-inspired fantasy world, which started with the Thriller Award-winning Steeplejack and continues with Guardian, Anglet Sutonga is a teenage detective fighting in a race against time as her beloved city is pushed to the brink.This is what Ang knows: A dear friend is accused of murdering the Prime Minister of Bar-Selehm.A mysterious but fatal illness is infecting the poor. A fanatical politician seizes power, unleashing a wave of violent repression over the city. This is what Ang must do: Protect her family.Solve a murder.RESIST, no matter what, before it's too late."Richly-drawn and diverse cast of characters, with an unstoppable plot!" -Carrie Ryan, New York Times bestselling author"Smart political intrigue wrapped in all the twists and turns of a good detective story." - Kirkus Reviews,starred review"A political, multilayered mystery-thriller with a strong, impressively fierce heroine." -Shelf Awareness, starred review
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