The Lost Boy: A Graphic Novel
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[United States] : Scholastic Inc., 2013.
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GN: Graphic Novel 370L
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After Nate moves into his new house, he discovers an old tape recorder in his bedroom and is suddenly thrust into a dark mystery about a boy who went missing many years ago. Now, as strange creatures begin to stalk Nate, he must partner with Tabitha, a local sleuth, to find out what they want with him. But time is running out, because a powerful force is gathering strength in the woods at the edge of town, and before long Nate and Tabitha will have to confront a terrifying foe and uncover the truth about the Lost Boy. Praise for The Lost Boy: "Drily funny . . . {and} jaw-droppingly gorgeous." -Publishers Weekly "A visually exciting, cinematic atmosphere." -School Library Journal "Dark Horse author/illustrator Ruth creates a sinister, yet familiar urban fantasy of parallel worlds . . . A refreshing fantasy in which not all is spelled out, with tantalizing hints at a sequel." -Kirkus "Kids are always clamoring for scary books, but far too few deliver the goods in a satisfyingly creepy way. Fortunately, that's not the case with this eerie, atmospheric graphic novel," -Horn Book Greg Ruth has written and drawn stories for Dark Horse Comics, DC/Vertigo Comics, Fantagraphics, and the New York Times. He is also the illustrator of Our Enduring Spirit, a picture book edition of President Barack Obama's first inaugural address, and the creator of the graphic novel The Lost Boy. Greg lives and works in western Massachusetts. Visit his website at Praise for The Lost Boy: "Drily funny . . . {and} jaw-droppingly gorgeous." -Publishers Weekly "A visually exciting, cinematic atmosphere." -School Library Journal "Dark Horse author/illustrator Ruth creates a sinister, yet familiar urban fantasy of parallel worlds . . . A refreshing fantasy in which not all is spelled out, with tantalizing hints at a sequel." -Kirkus "Kids are always clamoring for scary books, but far too few deliver the goods in a satisfyingly creepy way. Fortunately, that's not the case with this eerie, atmospheric graphic novel," -Horn Book

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Language:
English
ISBN:
9780545576901, 0545576903
Accelerated Reader:
MG
Level 2.6, 1 Points
Lexile code:
GN: Graphic Novel
Lexile measure:
370

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After Nate moves into his new house, he discovers an old tape recorder in his bedroom and is suddenly thrust into a dark mystery about a boy who went missing many years ago. Now, as strange creatures begin to stalk Nate, he must partner with Tabitha, a local sleuth, to find out what they want with him. But time is running out, because a powerful force is gathering strength in the woods at the edge of town, and before long Nate and Tabitha will have to confront a terrifying foe and uncover the truth about the Lost Boy. Praise for The Lost Boy: "Drily funny . . . {and} jaw-droppingly gorgeous." -Publishers Weekly "A visually exciting, cinematic atmosphere." -School Library Journal "Dark Horse author/illustrator Ruth creates a sinister, yet familiar urban fantasy of parallel worlds . . . A refreshing fantasy in which not all is spelled out, with tantalizing hints at a sequel." -Kirkus "Kids are always clamoring for scary books, but far too few deliver the goods in a satisfyingly creepy way. Fortunately, that's not the case with this eerie, atmospheric graphic novel," -Horn Book Greg Ruth has written and drawn stories for Dark Horse Comics, DC/Vertigo Comics, Fantagraphics, and the New York Times. He is also the illustrator of Our Enduring Spirit, a picture book edition of President Barack Obama's first inaugural address, and the creator of the graphic novel The Lost Boy. Greg lives and works in western Massachusetts. Visit his website at Praise for The Lost Boy: "Drily funny . . . {and} jaw-droppingly gorgeous." -Publishers Weekly "A visually exciting, cinematic atmosphere." -School Library Journal "Dark Horse author/illustrator Ruth creates a sinister, yet familiar urban fantasy of parallel worlds . . . A refreshing fantasy in which not all is spelled out, with tantalizing hints at a sequel." -Kirkus "Kids are always clamoring for scary books, but far too few deliver the goods in a satisfyingly creepy way. Fortunately, that's not the case with this eerie, atmospheric graphic novel," -Horn Book
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Rated E
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Mode of access: World Wide Web.

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Ruth, G. (2013). The Lost Boy: A Graphic Novel. Scholastic Inc.

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Ruth, Greg. 2013. The Lost Boy: A Graphic Novel. Scholastic Inc.

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Ruth, Greg, The Lost Boy: A Graphic Novel. Scholastic Inc, 2013.

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Ruth, Greg. The Lost Boy: A Graphic Novel. Scholastic Inc, 2013.

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