Haddix Margaret Peterson Libros

Ya conocéis la historia: el zapato de cristal, el Príncipe Encantador, felices para siempre... Bienvenidos a la realidad: aburridas clases de genealogía real, de costura, de cómo comportarse como «una señorita» y, lo peor de todo, un príncipe que es todo menos interesante y, desde luego, en absoluto encantador. La futura princesa Ella trata de enfrentarse a su nuevo estatus real, pero se da cuenta de que no tiene madera de «majestad». Sin embargo, romper el compromiso no va a resultarle nada fácil, especialmente cuando empieza a sentir algo por otro chico... Si Ella quiere escapar de palacio, deberá utilizar todo su ingenio, determinación y coraje, además de renunciar a todo aquello que se espera de «una señorita».

A thrilling stand-alone adventure by Margaret Peterson Haddix, this book promises to captivate fans of suspense and adventure. With a gripping plot and engaging characters, it invites readers into a world filled with excitement and unexpected twists, reminiscent of her previous works like Cog and Bad Magic. Perfect for those seeking a fast-paced story that keeps them on the edge of their seats.

The explosive finale to Scholastic's mega-selling series Throughout the hunt for the 39 Clues, Amy and Dan Cahill have uncovered history's greatest mysteries and their family's deadliest secrets. But are they ready to face the truth about the Cahills and the key to their unmatched power? After a whirlwind race that's taken them across five continents, Amy and Dan face the most the difficult challenge yet- a task no Cahill dared to imagine. When faced with a choice that could change the future of the world, can two kids succeed where 500 years worth of famous ancestors failed?

Colin's summer of solving mysteries takes a personal turn when he discovers a shoebox containing a key and a note from his estranged father. Driven by curiosity and the need for answers, Colin and his friend Nevaeh embark on a quest to uncover the truth about his father's identity and the reasons behind his parents' separation. Their investigation leads them through a series of intriguing locations and unexpected family secrets, intertwining their lives in ways they never anticipated.

HIDE OR FIGHT?Matthias, an illegal third child, is caught in the cross fire between rebels and the Population Police. When he unwittingly saves a Population Police officer, Matthias is brought to Population Police headquarters to train as an officer himself. There he meets Nina, another third-born who enlists his help in a plot to undermine the Population Police. But Matthias is under constant scrutiny, and he has no idea whom he can trust. What can one boy do against a wicked bureaucracy?

In a society that allows families to have only two children, a group of third-borns tries to save themselves and others like them

Throughout the hunt for the 39 Clues, Amy and Dan Cahill have uncovered history's greatest mysteries and their family's deadliest secrets, but are they ready to face the truth about the Cahills and the key to their unmatched power? After a whirlwind race that's taken them across five continents, Amy and Dan face the most the difficult challenge yet -- a task no Cahill dared to imagine. When faced with a choice that could change the future of the world, can two kids succeed where 500 years worth of famous ancestors failed?

In this installment of the Mysteries of Trash and Treasure series, Colin and Nevaeh dive into a 1930s mystery, uncovering secrets while navigating complex emotions related to death and dying. The story blends thrilling elements with poignant themes, showcasing the duo's journey as they confront the past and its impact on the present.

Luke Garner, an illegal third child, spent his first twelve years in hiding. For the past four months Luke has lived among others, using the identity of Lee Grant, at the Hendricks School for Boys. But just as things are finally starting to go right, Lee's little brother Smits arrives at the school and Luke finds himself caught in a tangle of lies that gets more complex with every passing day. Can Luke trust Smits to keep his secret? And can he trust Smits's menacing, fat bodyguard, Oscar who carrys a sledge hammer?

Danger continues to loom over Luke now that he's out of hiding in the second book in bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix's Shadow Children series. Luke Garner is an illegal third child. All his life has been spent in hiding. Now, for the first time, Luke is living among others. He has assumed a deceased boy's identity and is attending Hendricks School for Boys, a windowless building with cruel classmates and oblivious teachers. Luke knows he has to blend in, but he lives in constant fear that his behavior will betray him. Then one day Luke discovers a door to the outside. He knows that beyond the walls of Hendricks lie the secrets he is desperate to uncover. What he doesn't know is whom he can trust -- and where the answers to his questions may lead him...

Colin and Nevaeh, children of competing junk-removal business owners, embark on a thrilling adventure as they explore attics and basements, revealing hidden treasures and mysteries. In "The Secret Letters," they discover vintage letters that unveil interconnected mysteries from the 1970s and '80s, shedding light on significant social issues like women's liberation and the ERA. As they delve into the past, they also uncover how these historical echoes resonate in their own lives, blending adventure with important themes of social awareness.

"In the dazzling conclusion to the Greystone Secrets series from New York Times bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix, the Greystones and their doubles, the Gustanos, must team up to save the alternate world--before both worlds are lost. All secrets are revealed in this page-turning, suspenseful story that shows the importance of teamwork, telling your story, and taking action when it matters most."-- Publisher marketing

In a future where the Population Police enforce the law limiting a family to only two children, Luke has lived all his twelve years in isolation and fear on his family's farm, until another "third" convinces him that the government is wrong.

Alexandrea has just moved to Harlem and her mother is pushing her into ballet and she has stage fright.

When a diphtheria epidemic hits her 1840 village, thirteen-year-old Jessie discovers it is actually a 1996 tourist site under unseen observation by heartless scientists, and it's up to Jessie to escape the village and save the lives of the dying children

What does it mean to save yourself? Nina Idi -- a third child in a society where families are allowed only two children -- has been betrayed by the boy she loved, and arrested by the Population Police for exposing other alleged third children. Angry and confused, Nina knows only one thing for sure: She is innocent of the charges. But now she is faced with the most difficult choice of her life: Get three other prisoners to admit they are shadow children and be spared herself, or refuse to cooperate and be killed. The options are clear. The choice, Nina discovers, is not....

Margaret Peterson Haddix weaves a gripping mystery that captivates with secrets and surprises, making it ideal for fans of Jacqueline West and Kat Yeh. The narrative emphasizes the strength of family bonds while keeping readers on the edge of their seats with thrilling cliffhangers. This paperback edition invites readers to immerse themselves in a tale that promises excitement and emotional depth.

In this gripping sequel of the Greystone Secrets series, readers will encounter unexpected plot twists and a thrilling narrative that builds on the foundation of the first book. The story continues to explore themes of mystery and adventure, appealing to fans of classic tales like A Wrinkle in Time and The City of Ember. With engaging characters and a captivating storyline, this installment promises to deepen the intrigue and keep readers on the edge of their seats.

"What makes you 'you'? Chess has always been the protector of his younger siblings, Emma loves math, and Finn acts silly so he will be adored. They've been a happy family, the three of them and their mom. But everything changes when reports of three kidnapped children--who share the same first and middle names and exact birth dates--reach the Greystone family. This bizarre coincidence makes them wonder: Who exactly are these strangers? Before Chess, Emma, and Finn can ask their mom, she takes off on a mysterious work trip. Puzzling clues left behind lead to complex codes, hidden rooms, and a dangerous secret that will turn their world upside down."--Page 4 of cover

When thirteen-year-olds Jonah and Chip, who are both adopted, learn they were discovered on a plane that appeared out of nowhere, full of babies with no adults on board, they realize that they have uncovered a mystery involving time travel and two opposing forces, each trying to repair the fabric of time.

Twelve-year-old Zola, who has a surprising connection to Jessie, discovers that she is stuck in a fake utopian future, and that those around her are counting on her to help them escape.

Wait, what did you say? Sukie is worried -- her parents are acting strange. When she runs in the house, her dad asks, "If all your friends jumped off a bridge, would you jump off a bridge too?" When she eats peas with her fingers, Mom yells, "You'll put an eye out with that thing!" What is going on? She and her older brothers decide to investigate. And what they discover leads to a kids-against-parents war!

Jonáš a jeho sestra Katka se vydávají na další dobrodružný výlet v čase. Tentokrát odlétají do minulosti s Andreou, která pochází z doby, kdy byla Amerika objevována mořeplavci a přistěhovalci z Evropy tam zakládali nové kolonie. Jejich cestu však naruší nečekaná nehoda a děti se ocitnou jinde, než měly v plánu. Je to náhoda nebo záměr neznámého nepřítele? Stojí za vším tajemný cestovatel v čase, který si nechává říkat Účko?

La raccolta completa della serie di avventure firmata dai più importanti scrittori americani. La caccia al tesoro più pericolosa di sempre è iniziata. Accetti la sfida? Quando Amy e Dan Cahill vengono convocati per la lettura del testamento di nonna Grace, non immaginano che da quel momento la loro vita cambierà. Dovranno infatti decidere se accettare l'eredità di un milione di dollari oppure rinunciarvi e ottenere il primo degli indizi con cui scoprire il segreto della loro famiglia. Amy e Dan non ci pensano due volte. Accettano la sfida e si trovano coinvoltI in una pericolosa caccia al tesoro intorno al mondo per svelare il segreto delle 39 chiavi e conquistare il potere che esse custodiscono. Una caccia al tesoro senza esclusione di colpi e che non permette passi falsi.

Man schreibt das Jahr 2085: Melly und Anny Beth, die zu Beginn des 21. Jahrhunderts als steinalte Frauen in einem Pflegeheim vor sich hin dämmerten, sind wieder zu Teenagern geworden. Ohne ihr Wissen wurde ihnen ein Mittel gespritzt, das den biologischen Alterungsprozess umkehrt: Die beiden werden immer jünger. Zunächst sollte das Projekt ›Ewige Jugend‹ an einem frei wählbaren Punkt gestoppt werden, doch dieses Experiment misslang auf fatale Weise: An der zweiten Spritze sind alle Teilnehmer der Versuchsreihe, die sich ihr aussetzten, gestorben. Melly und Anny Beth sind die einzig ›Überlebenden‹ und wissen, dass sie in absehbarer Zeit unwiderruflich zu hilflosen Kindern werden. Doch wer wird sich um sie kümmern, wenn sie es selbst nicht mehr tun können? Schon jetzt werden die Behörden aufmerksam auf sie, bald wird man ihnen den Führerschein abnehmen und sie in ein Heim stecken. Und dann passiert, wovor sich Melly und Anny Beth ihr ganzes zweites Leben lang gefürchtet haben: Eine Journalistin hat ihre Spur aufgenommen, um über ihr Schicksal eine Reportage zu machen …

Jonas und Katherine müssen dringend zurück in die Gegenwart, um die Zeit zu reparieren und ihre Freunde, die im Jahr 1600 gefangen sind, zu retten. Doch sie kommen nur bis zur nächsten Zeitbarriere im Jahr 1611. An Bord der Discovery, dem Schiff des Entdeckers Henry Hudson, tobt wegen der Zeitschäden bereits das Chaos. Wenn Jonas und Katherine nicht schnell eine Lösung finden, droht sich die Zeit komplett aufzulösen. Band 4 der Reihe ›Im Sog der Zeiten‹

Seit dem Umzug nach Indianapolis fühlt sich Dorry miserabel. Zu Hause in Bryden war sie beliebt und hatte viele Freunde, in ihrer neuen Schule beachtet sie keiner. Umso empfänglicher für Zuneigung ist sie, als sie eines Tages von einer Clique Mitschüler angesprochen wird. Angela, Brad und die anderen nehmen sie mit zu einem Treffen der »Fischer der Meere«, ihrer religiösen Gemeinschaft...

Pierwszy oraz drugi tom bestsellerowej serii „Dzieci Cienie” w jednym woluminie. Niedaleka przyszłość, na światem ciąży widmo głodu. Rząd ustanawia Prawo Populacyjne, które zakazuje rodzinom posiadania więcej niż dwojga dzieci, jednak niektórzy ukrywają przed światem nielegalnych potomków. Jednym z dzieci pozbawionych przez rząd prawa do istnienia, jest Luke Garner, trzeci syn ubogiej, żyjącej na wsi, rodziny. Wychowany w izolacji, skazany na życie w cieniu, chłopak nie ma styczności z zewnętrznym światem aż do dnia, w którym odkrywa, że w położonym nieopodal domu dobrze sytuowanej rodziny, mieszka ktoś podobny do niego. W przeciwieństwie do Luke’a, Jennifer znakomicie orientuje się w zewnętrznym świecie. Za pośrednictwem sieci utrzymuje kontakt z innymi nielegalnymi dziećmi, które, podobnie jak ona, marzą o zmianach, o normalnym codziennym życiu. Totalitarne społeczeństwo nie zna miłosierdzia dla niepokornych – czy zakrojone na szeroką skalę plany Jennifer mają jakąkolwiek szansę w starciu z rzeczywistością? A może zorganizowana siatka trzecich dzieci znajduje się pod całkowitą kontrolą rządu?

Jonas, Alex und Chip, die in der Gegenwart als normale Jugendliche leben, müssen in Band 2 der Reihe "Im Sog der Zeiten" herausfinden, wer sie wirklich sind. Ihre Zeitreise führt sie ins 15. Jahrhundert, wo sie in die intriganten Machtspiele am englischen Königshof verwickelt werden.

Greystone’om udało się uratować swoją mamę, podobnie jak mamę Natalie. Nikt jednak się nie łudzi, że niebezpieczeństwo minęło. Wkrótce z nieoczekiwanych miejsc zaczynają spadać tajemnicze monety, opatrzone kodami, wyglądającymi dokładnie tak, jak te, nad którymi pracował ojciec Greystone'ów przed śmiercią. Po dotknięciu symbole zamieniają się w słowa: PROSZĘ POSŁUCHAJ. ZNAJDŹ NAS, ZOBACZ NAS, POMÓŻ NAM. Monety są posłańcami, informującymi Greystone'ów i ich sojuszników, że ich przyjaciele z alternatywnego świata są atakowani, i że okrutne siły kontrolujące umysły zagrażają także naszemu światu. W finałowym tomie serii rodzeństwo Greystone'ówi wraz ze swoimi sobowtórami, rodzeństwem Gustano, łączą siły, by ocalić oba światy.

Dopóki ich mama nie zniknęła, Chess, Emma i Finn nie wiedzieli nic o drugim równoległym świecie, który zdaje się odbiciem naszego - tyle że w złowieszczym, krzywym zwierciadle. Greystone'owie oraz ich starsza koleżanka Natalie zrobią wszystko, by uratować więźniów tamtego świata, w tym własne matki. Wracają więc w to przerażające miejsce, gdzie za mówienie prawdy płaci się najwyższą cenę. Drugi tom serii kontynuuje trzymającą w napięciu historię rodzeństwa Greystone'ów i bada moc prawdy i kłamstw, mogących zmienić życie, społeczeństwo, a nawet całą rzeczywistość.

Die Cahills sind die mächtigste Familie der Welt. Als die Patriarchin Grace Cahill stirbt, hinterlässt sie ein folgenschweres Erbe: Jedes Familienmitglied kann wählen zwischen einem Scheck über 1 Million Dollar oder der Teilnahme an einer abenteuerlichen Mission. 39 Zeichen führen zu einem gefährlichen Geheimnis. Doch wer es entschlüsselt, wird die Geschicke der Welt für immer verändern können. Wer ist mutig genug, sich dieser Herausforderung zu stellen? Sieben Teams begeben sich auf die spannende Jagd nach den 39 Zeichen, die sie einmal rund um die Welt führen wird. Mit dabei sind auch die Geschwister Dan und Amy Cahill. Doch haben sie auch nur den Hauch einer Chance, das Rennen gegen ihre mächtigen Gegner zu gewinnen? In England folgen Amy und Dan den Spuren William Shakespeares. Das Erbe ihrer Großmutter lastet immer schwerer auf ihren Schultern. Doch Amy und Dan haben nicht alles riskiert, um kurz vor dem Ziel aufzugeben – sie wollen gewinnen, aber von nun an bestimmen sie die Regeln. Dabei gilt es, ein letztes Geheimnis zu lüften, ein Geheimnis so schrecklich, dass ihnen noch nicht einmal die Madrigals davon erzählt haben und das die Geschwister – und die Welt – alles kosten kann …