The Map That Breathed
A mysterious map of another world plunges two friends into the adventure of a lifetime "Suddenly the map darkened as if someone had dimmed the light. 'Did you see that?' whispered Billy. A fetid wind came barreling out of the window and sand whipped around in the hole. The two of them watched in astonishment as the map trembled and inhaled. 'It's breathing,' gasped Nora. 'The map is breathing!'" Nora Sweetkale has a strong feeling that her life is about to change. It starts when she receives a mysterious blank book in the mail. Then she meets Billy, who can make windows that look into other worlds. Through one of these windows they glimpse the lovely island of Sanasaera, where the colorful cats are as big as ponies and the cheerful people love nothing better than a good ear-pulling to clear their heads. Yet in this beautiful place lurks something terrible. When Nora disappears into this other world, Billy is left to face the evil that has escaped into their own. But he can't do it alone. He must find a way to get Nora back, and quickly, or it may be too late.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0805071423
ISBN13:9780805071429
Release Date:October 2003
Publisher:Henry Holt & Company
Length:256 Pages
Weight:0.65 lbs.
Dimensions:0.9" x 6.3" x 9.2"
Age Range:11 to 16 years
Grade Range:Grades 6 to 11
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Wow!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
We read this book in three days -- as a family! All of us together on the bed. The kids didn't want the TV, they wanted to know what was going to happen with the BOOK! Thank you Melanie Gideon for providing some quality family time and some sweet memories.
LOVED THIS BOOK
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
It's hard to find an entertaining, smart book for my kids but I saw that this one had won the New York Public Library award for the Teen Age and thought I'd give it a try. I usually skim the books I buy for my two daughters, but this one pulled me in; I read it thoroughly cover to cover. Liz and Beth both loved it and are waiting for the sequel. Hurry, Ms. Gideon! You have young fans on the edge of their seats!
A sequel please!!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
I bought The Map That Breathed to read to my kids who crave stories of adventure. Once we dove in I realized this book and its colorful worlds were something special. Long after the kids fell asleep I followed this talented writer on a surreal journey in and out of doorways to worlds more colorful than our own. We loved the characters, the worlds and the vivid scenery, and can't wait for a sequel so we can find out more about the Nora and Billy, their future travels and the aftermath in the wake of the Provisioner. I highly recommend this book for kids 7 and up as the villain and his modus operandi maybe a little intense for younger readers.
Buy this book!!!!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
From the moment I started reading this book I couldn't put it down!! Every chapter leaves you wanting to find out more. The story is about two friends who share a wonderful adventure. They travel between this world and another world where strange things happen......like maps that breathe. When you are reading this book you feel as if you are in these new places. Ms. Gideon makes every sound, smell and color come alive. I would recommend this book to all my friends.
Buy this book!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
Wow! I couldn't put this book down! The characters are real and likeable, just curious enough to get in trouble but smart enough to find a way out. It was a quick read, but satisfying. As a long-time educator, I found it intriguing: beautiful woven passages, sophisticated language yet incredibly readable. It was exciting, emotional and compassionate. I really cared about the characters. I can't wait to share it with my students.
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