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 Shadow city (Five elements)
 Author: Jolley, Dan

 Publisher:  Harper (2017)

 Classification: Fiction
 Physical Description: 263 p.,  21 cm

 BTSB No: 498089 ISBN: 9780062411679
 Ages: 8-12 Grades: 3-7

 Subjects:
 Adventure fiction

Price: $6.50

Summary:
[2nd in the series] With the power of all five elements on their side, Gabe and his friends are the only ones who can stop a cult--and save San Francisco from a nightmare of death and destruction.

Accelerated Reader Information:
   Interest Level: MG
   Reading Level: 5.30
   Points: 9.0   Quiz: 190835
Reading Counts Information:
   Interest Level: 3-5
   Reading Level: 4.60
   Points: 14.0   Quiz: 72176

Reviews:
   Kirkus Reviews (04/15/17)
   School Library Journal (05/01/17)

Full Text Reviews:

School Library Journal - 05/01/2017 Gr 4–7—The second installment of this series continues the momentum of The Emerald Tablet as the four child elementalists and the Ghost Boy work together to channel their powers and save Gabe's uncle and mother from the evil shadow dimension, Arcadia. Their efforts are dogged by the terrifying creatures hunting them on behalf of the Eternal Dawn, the apocalyptic cult bent on merging the shadow city with the real San Francisco to a destructive end. When one of the elementalists is possessed by cult leader Jonathan Thorne, his behavior turns treacherous and Thorne's bloodthirsty plans are revealed. Jolley provides thrilling entertainment as his child heroes deal with problems young readers may recognize, such as the emotional aftermath of a death in the family. The importance of books, teamwork, and perseverance is stressed, but amid the seriousness of the children's quest is a continuous stream of lighthearted, appropriate humor that is sure to bring a smile to any reader's face. VERDICT This fast-paced fantasy adventure should please readers of Cassandra Clare and Holly Black's "Magisterium" series as well as fans of the lesser-known but equally engaging "Century Quartet" series by Pierdomenico Baccalario.—Kerry Sutherland, Akron-Summit County Public Library, OH - Copyright 2017 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.

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