The Einsteins of Vista Point

The Einsteins of Vista Point
Ben Guterson
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Hardback
h196 x 140mm - 272pg
21 Apr 2022 US
International import eta 7-19 days
9780316317436
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When Zack' s younger sister dies in a tragic accident, his family moves to a small town in the Northwest to try and heal from all the pain. Eleven-year-old Zack blames himself for his sister' s death, and he struggles to find any comfort in his new surroundings. Vista Point is home to many mysterious landmarks: The great domed Tower casts inscrutable shadows, and what is the cryptic message in its ceiling medallion? There are several hidden watering holes and even a secret cave in the woods with messages written on its walls. Zack, at first, feels lost in Vista Point. Until he meets Ann, a girl who lives in the area and shows Zack all the special places to be discovered. But there' s something that seems a bit strange about Ann-and perhaps a secret she is keeping from him. With emotional depth, an unforgettable setting, and a winning cast of characters, this masterful novel thoughtfully explores the grieving process, and how a season of pain can evolve into a summer of healing.
Praise for The Einsteins of Vista Point: "Guterson does a splendid job of conjuring up the ideal setting for a classic summer story. . . . There are compassionate explorations of grief and loss, but obvious familial affection and gracious communal support keep the tone warm and hopeful. A properly old-fashioned adventure that begs to be read by flashlight under bedcovers. "--Booklist Praise for The Secrets of Winterhouse: "Guterson' s rich mystery and lively characters will keep readers turning the page to solve the puzzles within and leave them eagerly anticipating the next book in this intriguing and magical series. "--Booklist Praise for Winterhouse: "Guterson provides readers a treat: mean caregivers a la the Dursleys; a vast, luxurious hotel where oddities abound; a new word-puzzle-loving friend; a shrouded history for Winterhouse; and sinister circumstances. . . . Clever and captivating. "--Kirkus Reviews "A charming, atmospheric mystery with some fantasy elements, for fans of Kate Milford' s Greenglass House and Trenton Lee Stewart' s The Mysterious Benedict Society. "--School Library Journal "A natural fit for readers with a penchant for puzzles and wordplay in the vein of the Mr. Lemoncello' s Library series and Pseudonymous Bosch. "--Booklist "An engaging blend of sleuthing, puzzle-solving, and magic. "--Kirkus Reviews "The fascinating cipher that ties it all together is the highlight of this wholesome, gentle story. . . An inspirational throwback for families seeking tales with a classic feel. "--Kirkus Reviews
Ben Guterson is the author of Winterhouse, an Edgar Award and Agatha Award finalist as well as an Indie Next List Pick, and its sequels, The Secrets of Winterhouse and The Winterhouse Mysteries. The Winterhouse trilogy is available in ten languages worldwide. Ben and his family live in the foothills of the Cascades east of Seattle, and you can visit him online at benguterson. com.
Status: Active
ISBN-13: 9780316317436
Published: 21 Apr 2022
Published In: United States
Imprint: Little, Brown Young Readers
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company
Format: Hardback
Height: 196mm
Width: 140mm
Spine: 30mm
Weight: 340g
Pages: 272

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