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Descent

By Roland Smith
Series: A Peak Marcello Adventure
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Descent by Roland Smith is a gripping Young Adult novel that follows Cap Anderson's journey as he faces unexpected challenges. Set against a backdrop of adventure and survival, Cap must navigate both internal and external obstacles, while uncovering hidden truths about himself and those around him. As the stakes rise, friendships are tested and allegiances form in this compelling tale of bravery and self-discovery.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by thrilling adventures and enjoy gripping stories that keep you on the edge of your seat. It's a fantastic pick for those who appreciate complex characters and the excitement typical of young adult novels.

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In this thrilling novel from the bestselling author of Peak, mountain-climbing prodigy Peak Marcello faces his toughest challenge yet as he descends into Tibet and goes head-to-head with an old enemy.

Peak and his team need to descend into Tibet after surviving an avalanche on the remote and isolated mountain of Hkakabo Razi. The only catch is that Peak's famous mountaineering father, Josh, and climbing guide, Zopa, are both wanted by the Chinese government. As a high-stakes game of cat-and-mouse ensues, making it off the mountain won't be the end of this team's struggles, only the beginning...

Heart-pounding action and political drama converge in this epic conclusion to Peak Marcello's adventures by bestselling author Roland Smith.

This thrilling teen climbing adventure is "the perfect antidote for kids who think books are boring" (Publishers Weekly starred review for Peak).

Roland Smith's Peak Marcello's Adventures are:

  • Peak
  • The Edge
  • Ascent
  • Descent

Series: A Peak Marcello Adventure

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  • Descent
    In this thrilling novel from the bestselling author of Peak, mountain-climbing prodigy Peak Marcello faces his toughest challenge yet as he descends into Tibet and goes head-to-head with an old enemy. Peak and his team need to descend into Tibet after surviving an avalanche on the remote and isolated mountain of Hkakabo Razi. The only catch is that Peak's famous...
    By Roland Smith
    Paperback
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Descent by Roland Smith captivates with its suspenseful and intriguing adventure storyline, characteristic of Smith's engaging writing style.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780063290853

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 June 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 114.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 154g

Pages: 240

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Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Roland Smith Series: A Peak Marcello Adventure Young Adult

About the Author

New York Times bestselling author Roland Smith is the author of nearly thirty young adult novels, including Peak, The Edge, Beneath, Above, Sasquatch, Elephant Run, Zach's Lie, Shatterproof (39 Clues), the Cryptid Hunters series, the I, Q series, and the Storm Runner series. His novels have garnered dozens of state and national book awards. He lives in Portland, OR.

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