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In the first book of Michael Buckley's Undertow trilogy, the Alpha arrived and the world was never the same. At the start of the second book, most of south Brooklyn is in ruins and the nation is terrified. Nearly everyone that Lyric Walker loves is either missing or presumed dead, including the mesmerising prince Fathom. It's up to Lyric to unite the Alpha before the second wave of a cataclysmic invasion wipes out mankind for good. The Undertow trilogy is an unforgettable reading experience that author E. Lockhart calls, "Allegorical and romantic, the book nevertheless reads like an action movie with especially awesome CGI." AGES: 12 and up AUTHOR: Michael Buckley's two middle grade series, the Sisters Grimm and NERDS, have sold more than 2.5 million copies. He has also worked as a stand-up comic, television writer, pasta maker, and a singer in a punk rock band. Visit his website at SELLING POINTS: . Incredible author sales track: upwards of 2.5 million books sold, regular feature on the bestseller list, legions of boy/girl fans (growing up and now reading YA). . Tons of commercial appeal in its cross-genre blend of action-adventure, star-crossed romance, complex world-building, otherworldly premise, and unforgettable characters. . Smart, original, and action-filled take on these hugely popular trends in YA fiction, and written with high-stakes flair and a touch of humour. It's like nothing else out there. . Thought-provoking storyline raises intriguing questions about identity and race and belonging, with a xenophobic subplot that's reminiscent of the movie District 9. . New York Times bestselling, award-winning author for a combined 24 times for the series 'The Sisters Grimm' and 'NERDS'.

Author Biography

Michael Buckley's two middle grade series, the Sisters Grimm and NERDS, have sold more than 2.5 million copies. He has also worked as a stand-up comic, television writer, pasta maker, and a singer in a punk rock band. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his wife, Alison and their son, Finn. Visit his website at

Review

"Fans of the first title will clamor for this sequel..." -School Library Journal --

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PRAISE FOR UNDERTOW : " Undertow overflows with innovative, terrifying monsters -- human, emotional and undersea. Landmark Coney Island becomes a dystopian state where two different species battle for dominance, and Lyric Walker is both a unique, quirky heroine and a fearless crusader. Allegorical and romantic, the book nevertheless reads like an action movie with especially awesome CGI." -- E. Lockhart , author of We Were Liars and The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau-Banks " Undertow crashes over you in waves of emotion, allowing glimpses of family and loyalty, before dragging you into the depths of human prejudice, cultural mistrust, and political corruption. Once you resurface, you'll view the world through different eyes." --A.G. Howard , author of the critically acclaimed Splintered Series " Undertow will unexpectedly grab hold and pull you out into a world of epic romance and gritty suspense. A must-read tale of how love can survive under the most dangerous circumstances. It will leave you gasping for air, and for more." --Tonya Hurley , NYT bestselling author of the ghostgirl series and The Blessed Trilogy "A gritty, turbulent novel as sweeping and deep as the ocean itself. UNDERTOW will pull you in and hold you down." --Rebecca Serle , author of When You Were Mine , and The Edge of Falling "Lyric is a girl's girl--as savvy as she is soulful, as sharp as she is tender. Lyric's fierce, distinctive voice is the core magnetic force of UNDERTOW, and why we will all be stampeding for more." -- Adele Griffin , author of All You Never Wanted and The Unfinished Life of Addison Stone * "Sharp political commentary and strong parallels to the treatment of minorities in the U.S. ground the world in reality, while the well-rounded and ethnically diverse supporting cast will cause readers to root for them...the breathtaking action and cliff-hanger conclusion will leave teens desperate for more." -- School Library Journal , starred review "There are some nice parallels to the civil rights movement and school integration in this novel, but the real attraction for most readers will be the romance and action, both of which are in high supply...should please readers looking supernatural romance with a bit of a twist." --VOYA "Civilization's end is fast and furious in Michael Buckley's Undertow. Cut your nails before reading or you will find yourself biting them off." --Campus Circle "Readers will find themselves immersed in this semi-edgy, race-against-the-clock world that's waiting to implode." --Kirkus "Buckley packs this propulsive novel with one walloping scene after another, and there's enough action, romance, and high-stakes drama to keep a wide array of readers interested." --Booklist "Buckley draws clear parallels between the vicious anti-Alpha attitudes and existing racial and ethnic prejudices...A fascinating, engaging, and tense tale, and a strong start to the series." --Publishers Weekly PRAISE FOR RAGING SEA: "Fans of the first title will clamor for this sequel." -- School Library Journal

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Hardcover edition: $18.99 CL/$26.50 CAN ISBN 978-0-544-34844-8

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