Ascendant

Description: The hunt for killer unicorns continues in this riveting sequel to "Rampant."

Brief description:

Diana Peterfreund is the author of many books for adults and children, including the critically acclaimed For Darkness Shows the Stars and Across a Star-Swept Sea. She lives with her family outside Washington, DC, in a house full of bookshelves, and is always on the lookout for lost cities or stray rocket ships.

Review Quotes:

Praise for Rampant: "Tired of Buffy the Vampire Slayer? Try Astrid the Unicorn Hunter." - Locus

Praise for Rampant: "This gripping page-turner evokes the same grrl-power spirit as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, packed with action, mystery and a complex and intriguing mythology." - Publishers Weekly

"In this thrilling sequel to Peterfreund's Rampant...the strong yet vulnerable heroine, compelling conflicts, and exquisite settings should find a voracious audience." - Publishers Weekly

"Astrid is painted with a strong brush." - ALA Booklist

"For those teens interested in different perspectives on unicorn lore and who like action-packed fantasy, this will be a sure bet. " - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)

"I was riveted by Ascendant. It's not only about killer unicorns; it's also about finding the courage to make tough decisions--and to be true to yourself. I think Astrid rocks!" - Malinda Lo, author of ASH

"Ascendant is fast paced, fresh and engrossing--plus it has killer unicorns, what could be better? I love this book!" - Carrie Ryan, New York Times bestselling author of The Forest of Hands and Teeth and The Dead-Tossed Waves Carrie Ryan, New York Times bestselling author of The Forest of Hands and Teeth & The Dead-Tossed Waves