Book details
First Light
Description
Peter is thrilled to join his parents on an expedition to Greenland, where his father studies global warming. Peter will get to skip school, drive a dogsled, andfinallyshare in his dads adventures. But on the ice cap, Peter struggles to understand a series of visions that both frighten and entice him. Thea has never seen the sun. Her extraordinary people, suspected of witchcraft and nearly driven to extinction, have retreated to a secret world theyve built deep inside the arctic ice. As Thea dreams of a path to Earths surface, Peters search for answers brings him ever closer to her hidden home. Rebecca Steads fascinating debut novel is a dazzling tale of mystery, science and adventure at the top of the world.From the Hardcover edition.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
336 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Plot: 'First Light' offers a captivating story that combines adventure, mystery, and science fiction elements, keeping readers hooked from the beginning to the end.
- Unique Setting: The novel features a unique setting that includes a hidden society beneath the Arctic ice, providing a fresh and intriguing backdrop that is not commonly found in young adult literature.
- Thought-Provoking Themes: Rebecca Stead explores important themes such as climate change, scientific ethics, and cultural understanding, encouraging readers to think critically about these contemporary issues.
- Character Development: The book presents well-developed characters with distinct personalities and growth arcs, allowing readers to connect with their journeys and learn from their experiences.