“The action and suspense begin on page one and let up very little in this excellent work of gothic science fiction.” “A dark and dramatic back story for Shelley’s tormented creator.” “Brash, jealous, and arrogant, Victor is sweet relief from today’s introspective YA protagonists, and one can easily visualize how this teen becomes the mad genius of Shelley’s Frankenstein.” “For those simply wanting a good story with plenty of action, this book will not disappoint.” Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books in a STARRED reviewĪn ALA Best Book for Young Adults NomineeĪ Governor General’s Literary Award for Children’s Text Nominee “Oppel grapples with the human duality of animal and soul in ways that recall (but don’t repeat) Shelley’s similar thematic explorations as he revitalizes the classic horror tale for a new generation.” “Oppel’s tale is melodramatic, exciting, disquieting…a delicious mix.” “Oppel’s novel is a gripping tale of undying devotion, mixing hope with foreboding.” “Adventures do not come more thrilling, gorgeously written or absorbing than this.” Kelley Armstrong, author of the Darkest Power series, for The Globe and Mail “This Dark Endeavor may renew interest in Frankenstein, but it also stands alone as an original and welcome addition to the world of young-adult fiction.” I anticipate This Dark Endeavor will get a lot of attention, and rightly so.” “Oppel has reinvented the gothic thriller for modern readers. This thriller envelops you in a dark mysterious tale and I would recommend it to anyone 12 or older, for it delivers the thrills no matter how old you are.The gothic masterpiece that has everyone talking I would rate this book five out of five stars. “The purest intentions stir up the darkest obsessions,” as Victor finds out. The sinister happenings stir up a dangerous obsession inside of Victor. Along the dark path of glory he encounters giant man-eating vultures, a thought-to-be-extinct behemoth fish, and decisions and sacrifices that can mean sweet success or crushing failure. Victor and his cousin Elizabeth must race against time to gather three rare ingredients that form the “elixir of life,” the alchemist’s dream. In This Dark Endeavour, Victor’s twin brother Konrad declines rapidly after catching an illness that could mean death. As the prequel to Mary Shelley’s gothic classic Frankenstein, it describes very well the youth of scientist Victor Frankenstein and his sinister desire to create life like no other has done before. This book grips you right from the first page. Manage Print Subscription / Tax Receipt.
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