{"product_id":"gathering-blue","title":"Gathering Blue","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Gathering Blue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Gathering Blue,” the compelling companion novel to Lois Lowry's acclaimed “The Giver,” plunges readers into a stark, post-apocalyptic world where the weak are often cast aside. Meet Kira, an orphan with a twisted leg, whose future seems bleak until her extraordinary gift for weaving catches the attention of the enigmatic Council of Guardians. Spared from the fate of others, Kira is tasked with a crucial role, one that keeps her alive but also opens her eyes to the hidden truths of her society.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Kira navigates her privileged yet unsettling new life, she uncovers a web of mysteries and secrets that challenge everything she thought she knew about her community. Surrounded by strange customs and hushed whispers, she begins to question the very fabric of her world, daring to imagine what lies beyond its rigid borders. This gripping young adult science fiction novel explores themes of art, power, freedom, and the courage to seek truth, making it a powerful read for those who enjoyed “The Giver” and other dystopian adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLois Lowry masterfully crafts a world both beautiful and terrifying, inviting readers to join Kira on her journey of discovery and defiance. Perfect for readers aged 12 and up, “Gathering Blue” is an essential addition to any young adult fiction collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Lois Lowry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: HarperCollins Publishers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear Published: 2014\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISBN: 978-0-547-92829-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages: 256\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrder from BookClub.com.mt — Malta and Gozo's online bookstore.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":54078440866125,"sku":"9780007597260","price":9.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/3627\/5021\/files\/Gathering-Blue-BDL-Books-Cover.jpg?v=1781100863","url":"https:\/\/bookclub.com.mt\/products\/gathering-blue","provider":"BookClub.com.mt","version":"1.0","type":"link"}