Jinx (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780062129901)

The highly acclaimed first book of a fantasy adventure series set in a mysterious forest, starring a daring new hero.

"Readers will thrill to journey with Jinx" (SLJ, starred review), a wizard's apprentice, as he sets off on a quest through the dangerous Urwald, a magical forest full of wizards and were-creatures, and discovers that it is more complex than he could imagine, and that it needs him more than he could ever guess.

This humorous and smart tween fantasy adventure is perfect for fans of Septimus Heap, The Sisters Grimm, and Fablehaven.

Supports the Common Core State Standards

Author: Sage Blackwood
ISBN-10: 0062129902
ISBN-13: 9780062129901
Publisher: HarperCollins
Language: English
Published: 01/08/2013
Pages: 368
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 8.51h x 5.84w x 1.18d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.2
Point Value: 10
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 159420 / Jinx

Award: Nene Award - Nominee
Award: Cybils - Finalist
Award: Land of Enchantment Book Award - Nominee
Award: Sasquatch Award - Nominee
Award: Volunteer State Book Awards - Nominee
Award: Young Hoosier Book Award - Nominee

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 11/01/2012
Publishers Weekly 11/19/2012 pg. 55
School Library Journal 01/01/2013 pg. 101
New York Times Book Review 01/13/2013 pg. 18
Booklist 02/15/2013 pg. 68
Horn Book Magazine 05/01/2013 pg. 78
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2013 - Superior,Well Above Average
Kirkus Best Middle Grade Books 11/15/2013 pg. 70
SLJ's Best Books 12/01/2013 pg. 35
Booklist Ed Choice Youth 01/01/2014 pg. 15