Book details
Out of Nowhere
Description
A boy wakes up in bed in a room built of stone. He knows his name is Stephen, but he can remember nothing else about himself. He discovers that he's in a remote monastery being looked after by a group of monks. Beyond the monastery walls, all traces of human life have simply disappeared. Villages deserted, doors left open, with taps left running, but no people. And with all means of communication down, he has no way of knowing if the rest of the world has disappeared too.
Then the visitors arrive, strange men with unnatural powers, and when he discovers who they really are it turns his whole world inside out and changes everything he ever believed.
Out of Nowhere was shortlisted for the Reading Association of Ireland Award 2001.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
130 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Plot: The story captures the reader's imagination from the first page, offering a thrilling and unexpected journey.
- Character Development: The characters are well-crafted and undergo significant growth throughout the book, making the reader invested in their fates.
- Unique Perspective: The author provides a fresh and unique perspective on a common theme or subject matter, offering new insights.
- Literary Merit: The book is recognized for its literary quality, with well-constructed prose and thematic depth that provoke thought and discussion.