Im not certain what the age recommendation is on this particular book. John stephens, the emerald atlas at one point, gabriel brought over a pitcher of milk, which he poured into four cups. Stephens plans to write a novel about each of the books of beginning, and theoretically each will be about one. The atlas is one of three magic books, the most powerful volumes ever written. The first edition of the novel was published in april 5th 2011, and was written by john stephens. Im being generous and giving this three stars, because within its narrow context i suppose its a decent enough book. Books similar to the emerald atlas the books of beginning.
When the atlas marks kate, she has visions and the magical ability to travel through time. The final book in the bestselling books of beginning trilogy that began with the emerald atlas, which the new york times called a new narnia for the tween set. They were taken from their beds one frozen night, when the world was covered in snow. The emerald atlas books of beginning, book 1 by john stephens book cover, description, publication history. The emerald atlas the books of beginning 1 the books of beginning by john stephens author jim dale narrator. The books of beginning 1 and over 8 million other books. The emerald atlas is the first volume in a promising trilogy about the books of beginning, books of magic in which the great wizards of the world recorded magical spells. Meanwhile, kates connection to the book of time is growing stronger and stronger, until a dangerous trick gets her stuck in the past, searching for a friend to help her. The emerald atlas the books of beginning 1 by john. Parents need to know that the emerald atlas is the first in the books of beginning fantasy trilogy. Visit to find out more about the emerald atlas, the books.
From the french revolution to the present penguin reference books by hermann kinder and werner hilgemann apr 27, 2004 3. Emerald atlas excellent book by a talented author brought to life by an excellent narrator. The emerald atlas is an adventure and fantasy novel written by john. I would be reluctant although i really want to listen to the other books. The emerald atlas the books of beginning series plugged in. The emerald atlas books of beginning book 1 kindle edition by john stephens. Im a primary school,teacher and like to know what to recommend to children. The first chapter of the novel the emerald atlas is titled mrs. Stephens plans to write a novel about each of the books of beginning, and theoretically each will be about one of his main characters. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 417 pages and is available in hardcover format. The emerald atlas is the first of the three books of. The emerald atlas is the first of the three books of begining. The adventures of siblings kate, michael, and emma come to a stunning conclusion when they must find the last book. The second book, the fire chronicle, was released in 2012.
We will be accepting orders tuesdays at 10am through saturdays at 5pm. With a timeless writing style that invokes thoughts of childrens fantasy classics such as philip pullmans the golden compass and j. Book 1 of the books of the beginning triology learn with flashcards, games, and more for free. He spent the next several years waking at 4 am every morning to write the emerald atlas before heading to work for the day. The emerald atlas books of beginning book 1 kindle edition by.
Mar 29, 2012 the emerald atlas is a young adult fantasy book. Because its one of the books i have hated with such passion, it made even the people around me wish i would have stopped reading it halfway through. Mar 30, 2012 the first thrilling book in the most exciting childrens fantasy series since harry potter, the emerald atlas by john stephens is an absolute must read. The emerald atlas books of beginning, book 1 by john stephens. The emerald atlas by john stephens is a middlegrade fantasy novel that is about three kids kate, age 14, michael, age 12, and emma, age 11 who are sent from.
I am 18, but i stil check the childrens section for decent if sometimes light reading. Rowlings themes were not always highly original, and she leaned heavily on past authors as well, but the characters she created and the way she wove the story lines together felt fresh. The books of beginning 1 and over 8 million other books are available for amazon kindle. It was first released on april 5, 2011 in the usa by random house. When the atlas marks kate, she has visions and the magical ability to. Visit to find out more about the emerald atlas, the books of beginning, and john. Click download or read online button to get the emerald atlas book now. But for me this is yet another series book about a plucky teenager on a quest with time travel and magic, of course that i read with my daughter at bedtime, and weve read a lot of similar books. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the emerald atlas. Thrilling, chilling time travel for midgrade fantasy fans.
Free download or read online the emerald atlas pdf epub book. The emerald atlas is very well written and has a very pleasing mixture of action and selfreflection by the characters. In this thrilling first volume of the books of beginning fantasy trilogy, kates encounters with the emerald atlas start a quest that could find their parents, separate the siblings forever, or spell the end of the world. Pdf the emerald atlas book by john stephens free download. Atlas is completely original, while having the same elements that make narnia and lotr so popular. Would you be willing to try another one of jim dales performances. The books of beginning 1 the books of beginning series by john stephens. Only a perilous quest and a daring risk will help the children to harness the power of the books.
The emerald atlas the books of beginning wiki fandom. Called a new narnia for the tween set by the new york times. The emerald atlas books of beginning book 1 kindle edition by stephens, john. If i rated high every book that has made me both cry and laugh, the emerald atlas would be a 5. This book is full of adventure and is well written in my opinion. The emerald atlas download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. The emerald atlas is the first novel of the childrens fantasy trilogy the books of beginning by john stephens. The emerald atlas is an adventure and fantasy novel written by john stephens about three children who set out to save their family and the world. It is the first of the the books of beginning trilogy, being followed by the fire chronicle.
But for me this is yet another series book about a plucky teenager on a quest with time travel and magic, of course that i read with my daughter at bedtime, and weve read a lot of similar books this year. It has a great deal of fantasy violence, and the three main characters are endangered by various monsters and other nasty, evil characters, including a powerful, witchy countess. A pleasure to find a book that is exciting, involving and fun yet appropriate for the whole family. I wholeheartedly recommend it, and look forward to more. The emerald atlas books of beginning book 1 kindle. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the emerald atlas books of beginning book 1. This was much better than the stuff they publish as ya literature. Check out other translated books in french, spanish languages. John stephens writes well and the reading is therefore smooth and enjoyable.
Technically, the book we are searching for is the atlas of time thats right, emma said, nodding. The main characters of this childrens, mystery story are gabriel, kate katherine p. The book follows orphan siblings kate, michael, and emma who, following a succession of unsuccessful orphanage dwellings, are transferred to the mansion of dr. Rowlings harry potter and the sorcerers stone, author john stephens weaves a gripping tale of mystery and magic into the emerald atlas. Apr 05, 2011 he spent the next several years waking at 4 am every morning to write the emerald atlas before heading to work for the day. Now the main characters range from preschool to barelyteen in the first book, but the. It gives the keeper the power to stop time and go back in time. Download the emerald atlas books of beginning and read the emerald atlas books of beginning online books in format pdf. The books of beginning audiobooks listen to the full. Realms of fantasysiblings kate, michael, and emma have been in one orphanage after another. Apr 06, 2011 the emerald atlas brims with humor and action as it charts kate, michael, and emmas extraordinary adventures through an unforgettable, enchanted world. Rich with wonder and personality, the emerald atlas is a terrific read. Apr 18, 2011 this is the first thrilling book in the most exciting childrens fantasy series since harry potter. The emerald atlas brims with humor and action as it charts kate, michael, and emmas extraordinary adventures through an unforgettable.
The best way i can describe the emerald atlas is to compare it to the narnia series and the lord of the rings but not that stevens is merely rehashing what has been done before. The emerald atlas book trailer the emerald atlas by john. The book follows orphan siblings kate, michael, and emma who, following a succession of unsuccessful orphanage dwellings. The emerald atlas is a fantastic book which i have thoroughly enjoyed. In this thrilling first volume of the books of beginning fantasy trilogy, kates encounters with the emerald atlas start a quest that could find their parents, separate the siblings forever, or spell the end of the. Emerald atlas book the books of beginning wiki fandom. Michael reached for his, slurped half of it in a single gulp, then turned and. The first thrilling book in the most exciting childrens fantasy series since harry potter. The emerald atlas books of beginning book 1 and millions of other books are available for instant access. It tells the story which happened 10 years after the event mentioned by the prologue. What other book might you compare the emerald atlas to, and why.