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Sophie Quire and the Last Storyguard: A Peter Nimble Adventure (Peter Nimble Adventure, 2) Hardcover – Illustrated, April 5, 2016

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4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 474 ratings
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Sophie Quire and the Last Storyguard is a captivating adventure by Jonathan Auxier, New York Times bestselling author of The Night Gardener.

It’s been two years since Peter Nimble and Sir Tode rescued the kingdom of HazelPort. In that time, they have traveled far and wide in search of adventure. Now they have been summoned by Professor Cake for a new mission: to find a 12-year-old bookmender named Sophie Quire.

Sophie knows little beyond the four walls of her father’s bookshop, where she repairs old books and dreams of escaping the confines of her dull life. But when a strange boy and his talking cat/horse companion show up with a rare and mysterious book, she finds herself pulled into an adventure beyond anything she has ever read.

“In the grand tradition of Cornelia Funke’s Inkheart and John Stephens’s The Emerald Atlas comes this companion novel to Auxier’s Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes. . . . This author so clearly views books as the elixir of life, and this conviction oozes out of the text. . . . A fantastically done fantasy that will be enthusiastically embraced by middle grade bibliophiles.” —School Library Journal (Starred Review)

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  2. Book 2 of 2
    Peter Nimble Adventure
  3. Print length
    464 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    3 - 7
  6. Dimensions
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  7. Publisher
    Amulet Books
  8. Publication date
    April 5, 2016
  9. ISBN-10
    1419717472
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1419717475
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Gr 4–7—In the grand tradition of Cornelia Funke's Inkheart and John Stephens's The Emerald Atlas comes this companion novel to Auxier's Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes. Twelve-year-old Sophie Quire mends books in her father's shop and worries about Pyre Day, when Inquisitor Prigg will burn all the storybooks and purge all the "nonsense" from Bustleburgh. Enter dauntless Peter Nimble, the blindfolded thief, and his enchanted companion Sir Tode with the Book of Who for Sophie to mend. The Book is one of four magical tomes (Who, What, Where, When); if all four books are collected, they will unlock a riddle and save the world. Sophie, Peter, and Sir Tode follow the book's clues, dogged by Inquisitor Prigg, his bloodthirsty henchman Torvald Knucklemeat, and Madame Eldritch the potion maker, a tricky woman with her own motives. The final battle to retrieve the books assembles most of the cast in Bustleburgh, where the story began. It's impossible to feel lukewarm about Auxier's work. This author so clearly views books as the elixir of life, and this conviction oozes out of the text. This fast-paced, character-gallery book remains anchored by Sophie's passion for reading and family. Various magical settings like a menagerie surrounded by deadly quickbramble serve as proper backdrop for capacious bestiaries that can describe any person or thing in existence. The final unraveling of the dangers Sophie faces is so intense readers may need to take a breath as they turn the pages. VERDICT A fantastically done fantasy that will be enthusiastically embraced by middle grade bibliophiles.—Caitlin Augusta, Stratford Library Association, CT

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**STARRED REVIEW**
"Rife with suspense, droll and poignant moments, and the occasional brutal confrontation, Auxier’s worthy, absorbing follow-up is also a thought-provoking look at classic literary tropes, including their fanciful, sometimes darker, nature and themes... Ultimately, this affecting, compelling story stands on its own, embodying and highlighting the power and impact of tales well told—and why they endure."―Booklist

**STARRED REVIEW**
"This novel should be in the hands of every human young enough at heart to be enchanted by the written word."―Kirkus Reviews

**STARRED REVIEW**
“In the grand tradition of Cornelia Funke’s Inkheart and John Stephens’s The Emerald Atlas comes this companion novel to Auxier’s Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes. …This author so clearly views books as the elixir of life, and this conviction oozes out of the text….A fantastically done fantasy that will be enthusiastically embraced by middle grade bibliophiles.”―School Library Journal

"Auxier has created an electrifying and extraordinary story. Middle grade readers will likely wish to reread to appreciate the wonder that is this book."―School Library Connection

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Amulet Books; Illustrated edition (April 5, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 464 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1419717472
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1419717475
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years, from customers
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.36 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 1.5 x 8.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 474 ratings

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Jonathan Auxier writes strange stories for strange children--including PETER NIMBLE & HIS FANTASTIC EYES and THE NIGHT GARDENER. Raised in Canada, Jonathan now lives in Pittsburgh with his wife and family. Find out more by visiting www.TheScop.com, where he blogs about children's books old and new.

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elizabeth
5.0 out of 5 stars Fans of Jinx will love Sophie!
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2017
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What a delightful romp of a story! Sophie is a thoroughly engaging character set in a dystopian, magical setting looking more likely each day. The author's winks to the reader are charming and clever and will engage adults reading to their children and make children reading to themselves feel included in some inside jokes. This book is decidedly less creepy than the Night Gardener, but may be too exciting/ heavy for sensitive readers under 8 or so. I hope we hear more from Sophie and Peter soon!
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This book was moving and adventurous. It really brings out the true meaning of stories:they bring forth magic. If you like book’s then you’ll love this story.
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SUSAN C MORIARITY
5.0 out of 5 stars My son loved this book.
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My 8th grade son read this book and told me, "They need to make these books (Peter Nimble and Sophie Quire) into movies!" My son is not a avid reader - he'd rather play minecraft or watch YouTube videos, but he gobbled up this book in a few days and got 10/10 on his AR test (school quiz on the book). If you have a bright, but reluctant reader who enjoys a bit of fantasy, try this series.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Worth it
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Love this book. My daughter was recommended this book during online classes. I decided to buy a hard copy because during the weekends, we could not access the book. When we look for it, we discover the authornhas two previous books. We bought them too. I would recommend thos reading for 10 and up.
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5.0 out of 5 stars We love this book!
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My family of 6 (with four of them kiddos 12-4) LOVED this book. We have also read Peter Nimble (read that first) and loved that too.
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4.0 out of 5 stars This was a gift for my daughter, who is ...
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2016
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This was a gift for my daughter, who is a school teacher . She was very excited about the book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I love the book
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2020
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I like that there is a lot of detail I am in love with the book I love it I dont dislike it and thank you for making this all happen in this book
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Carolyn H
5.0 out of 5 stars Can't put it down
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2020
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Captivating story and a wonderful sequel to "Peter Nimble and his Fantastic Eyes!" Our kids howled for more every time I finished a chapter!
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thedlunn
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have
Reviewed in Canada on November 25, 2020
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this book is a great second part of the classic book Peter Nimble and his Fantastic Eyes. a wonderful book for 10+ as well with great plot twists and funny characters. i myself read it all the night i got it and i could put it down it had me trapped with its lore. i personnaly think if you are a fan of neat characters with amazing talents and magic then i would highly suggest reading this exxcelent book and if you hvent yet read the first one, then you should
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5.0 out of 5 stars J'adore 💕
Reviewed in France on September 3, 2020
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Marmar49
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 11, 2019
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My nine year old granddaughter says it is the best book she has read - ever.
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Valentine
5.0 out of 5 stars Exciting story!
Reviewed in Canada on September 4, 2017
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Loved this wonderfully written story. A real gem filled with excitement and adventure. Peter Nimble and Sophie Quire know how to live life to its fullest. Children and the young at heart will find this sequel to Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes a great romp.
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LesleyV
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 3, 2017
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I loved it. Great storyline as was his others.
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