Map of Flames (The Forgotten Five, Book 1) by Lisa McMann - ISBN: 9780593325421
Paperback
Superpowered orphans must venture into a dangerous world to find family.

Map of Flames (The Forgotten Five, Book 1)

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  • Paperback

    400 pages

  • Release Date

    16 January 2024

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Summary

X-Men meets Ocean’s Eleven in the new middle-grade series from New York Times bestselling author Lisa McMann (The Unwanteds)—now in paperback!

X-Men meets Spy Kids in this instant New York Times bestseller! Here’s the first book in a new middle-grade fantasy/adventure series from the author of The Unwanteds.

Fifteen years ago, eight supernatural criminals fled Estero City to make a new life in an isolated tropical hideout. Over time, seven of them disappeared without a trace, …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780593325421
ISBN-10:0593325427
Author:Lisa McMann
Publisher:Penguin Putnam Inc
Imprint:Penguin Putnam Inc
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:400
Release Date:16 January 2024
Weight:266g
Dimensions:197mm x 132mm x 21mm
Series:The Forgotten Five
What They're Saying

Critics Review

Praise for Map of Flames:

A New York Times Bestseller
An Indie Bestseller


“This new series blends science fiction with the animal kingdom, highlighting incredible feats of nature alongside a compelling quest to survive … Middle graders seeking a new twist on science fiction and superpower heroism will find this fast-paced first installment the answer to their search.” —School Library Journal

”[Addresses] complicated family dynamics, grief, and the ups and downs of friendship … Entertaining and meaningful.” —Booklist

“Lisa McMann is a unique talent who creates richly imagined worlds where children discover hidden talents, overcome insurmountable challenges, and learn to live with both hope and loss.” —Brightly

“Supernaturally cool.” —Kirkus Reviews

“An alternating third-person perspective deftly depicts the five friends struggling to remain together as they navigate contemporary technologies, all the while employing their superpowers to survive in a dangerous new environment.” —Publishers Weekly

About The Author

Lisa McMann

Lisa McMann is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of dozens of books, including The Unwanteds series, the Wake trilogy, and her most recent novel, Clarice the Brave. She is married to fellow writer, Matt McMann, and they have two adult children-her son is artist Kilian McMann and her daughter is actor Kennedy McMann. Lisa spends most of her time in Arizona, California, and Vancouver, British Columbia, and loves to cook, read, and watch reality TV.

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