Lynne Jonell is the author of the novels Emmy and the Incredible Shrinking Rat, Emmy and the Home for Troubled Girls, Emmy and the Rats in the Belfry, and The Secret of Zoom, as well as several critically acclaimed picture books. Her books have been named Junior Library Guild Selections and a Smithsonian Notable Book, among numerous other honors. She teaches writing at the Loft Literary Center and lives with her family in Plymouth, Minnesota.
A Bank Street College Best Book of the Year
A VOYA Best Fantasy Book of the Year "Intriguing, well-drawn
characters, evocatively described settings, plenty of action, and
touches of humor combine to create an utterly satisfying
adventure." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review An engaging story of
friendship, high seas adventure, and bravery with themes echoing
Harry Potter, Treasure Island, and the Warrior cats.--VOYA, starred
review "With a classic fairy tale-esque feel, this high seas
adventure of discovery and betrayal is a good bet for advanced
readers who are ready for longer, more challenging books, but not
more mature content." --Jennifer Rothschild, Arlington County
Public Libraries, VA, School Library Journal "This exciting tale,
with just a touch of fantasy and humor, is a winner. . . . Jonell
displays pitch-perfect skills in an expertly crafted story that
never flags and that includes plenty of heart-stopping situations
to keep readers fully engaged." --School Library Journal, starred
review on The Secret of Zoom "Plenty of quirky imagination,
off-kilter energy, and looping thrills." --Booklist on The Secret
of Zoom "Eccentric and entertaining." --Kirkus Reviews on The
Secret of Zoom "A droll fantasy with an old-fashioned sweep and a
positively cinematic cast." --Publishers Weekly, starred review on
Emmy and the Incredible Shrinking Rat "A mystery is cleverly woven
into this fun and, at times, hilarious caper, and children are
likely to find themselves laughing out loud . . . A delightful
read." --School Library Journal, starred review on Emmy and the
Incredible Shrinking Rat
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