Mist, Metal, and Ash

Description

The sequel to Ink, Iron, and Glass, which Kirkus's starred review called "exciting and original," Mist, Metal, and Ash stars Elsa-a genius gifted with the ability to create new worlds by writing their descriptions in specially crafted "worldbooks." Now Elsa's in a race to find a special worldbook that can alter the Earth itself . . . or destroy it. To retrieve this ultimate weapon, Elsa will have to become a double agent, leaving her friends behind. She'll also have to face her greatest weakness: the handsome, brilliant boy who betrayed her. The first book in the duology, Ink, Iron, and Glass, received two starred reviews!

Gwendolyn Clare teaches college biology in central Pennsylvania, where she lives with too many cats and never enough books. Her short stories can be found in Fantasy & Science Fiction, Asimov's, Analog, Clarkesworld, and Beneath Ceaseless Skies. Follow her on Twitter @gwendoclare and visit her website at gwendolynclare.com.

The alternate-history thrill ride continues ... The author is a master of character development ... Action and adventure with a fearless heroine at the helm. --Kirkus Reviews "A satisfying sequel." --Booklist PRAISE FOR INK, IRON, AND GLASS: "This novel is a source of serious fun." --School and Library Journal (starred review) "Exciting and original." --Kirkus (starred review) "Clare's debut is built upon an intriguing premise... A solid series starter featuring a competent, flawed heroine that's built for sf fans." --Booklist "A gasp-worthy ending ensures a sequel." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books