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About The Last Map
Product Description ◊ An Enthralling Mystery and Rousing Adventure! ♦ After a challenging year for their family, cousins Michael and T.J. are surprised with a trip to a special summer camp to spend time relaxing and recovering. ♦ But in Michael's hands lies a mysterious map. He and T.J. uncover a secret clue, then another, and another. ♦ Hidden messages continue to be revealed. Each clue is connected to the land, their family, and their history. ♦ Michael and T.J. must decipher all of the clues and untangle the mystery as they discover an unknown trail, survive challenges, and reveal the true meaning of... The Last Map. The Last Map is a book for those who love mystery, adventure, and family. "My favorite thing in this book is the relationship with T.J. and Michael. The depth and heart in this made the story for me. Just Excellent. We need more stories like this!" (Readers United) Review "Engaging writing with a great story of family, history, social commentary, and pure fun. An adventure filled mystery." (Kathy, Sea and Land KidLit Reviews) "I don't usually get to the point in a children's book where I just can't put it down. I was totally into this one, though. It was fast-paced, I loved the characters, and it had emotional depth. Great read." (Ronald Liam Bishop, The RLB Journal) This book uses a distinct, creative storytelling style to tell the tale of two cousins attending camp who go in search of lost treasure. Along the way, they have to use their critical thinking skills to decipher a list of clues, engage in problem-solving and wayfinding, and learn about the wilderness, geography, and history. A recommended read with some serious themes and emotions that older children who like mystery and adventure can enjoy. (Kitt, Review Rearder) "Thoroughly modern take on a kid mystery book. Reminds me of the Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew, or Encyclopedia Brown books, but for modern kids of today. A summer camp, a mystery map, a treasure to find, but kids must use their wits to solve! Awesome.... Positive values: friendship, determination, intelligence, hard work, working together. Highly recommend." ( Elizabeth Gardner) "Newsom delivers a fabulous blend of joy, humor, friendship, and surprises. Unique, breezy, witty. A winner!" (Noble Readers) " Amazing! A perfect companion to Holes....- My 5th grade class picked Holes as their favorite book. The Last Map was a great"next read". Captured the same sense of story that combines history, hardship, family, and journey." (Mrs. Elaine, Elementary Teacher, Plano ISD) "A lot of thoughtful wit, unexpected plot and adventurous heart.Happy to have had the chance to travel along in discovery with the author. There's a richness of talent in the way words and meaning are blended together into sophisticated magic" Recidiva "T.J. is a beautiful young girl, and the heart of the story. I have never rooted for a character more. Michael is wonderful as the older cousin that keeps her somewhat "on the proper path" (pun intended). A funny, touching story. (Barrington Club Readers) "Fun adventure and good characters! Well-developed characters and age appropriate humor. These cousins set out for an unexpected adventure and surprising outcome. Young readers will feel the emotions felt by the characters throughout the story. I recommend this one for middle grade or young teens." (Mimi for School Age Readers)
