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| Author | Kali Wallace |
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| Genre | Children's fantasy, Middle grade fiction |
| Publisher | Quirk Books |
| Publication date | April 26, 2022 |
| Pages | 304 |
| ISBN | 978-1-68369-289-8 |
Hunters of the Lost City is a children's fantasy novel by Kali Wallace.
Synopsis
Twelve-year old Octavia grows up in the town of Vittoria, the last remaining enclave of humanity after a cataclysmic war and pandemic destroyed civilization. The town is surrounded by woods populated with Ferox, magically animated constructs which prey on humans. She aspires to become a Hunter like her mother and sister.
After meeting Sima, a girl who travelled to Vittoria from elsewhere, Octavia learns that there is a world of humans outside of the town's walls.
Reception
The novel received mostly positive reviews from critics. Publishers Weekly wrote that "Richly detailed magical lore, gripping action, and frightening fantastical creatures are grounded by well-rounded characters and the girls’ blossoming friendship." Kirkus Reviews gave the novel a starred review, praising its heroine and writing.
References
- Spisak, April (2022). "Hunters of the Lost City by Kali Wallace (review)". Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books. 75 (7): 233–234. doi:10.1353/bcc.2022.0148. ISSN 1558-6766. S2CID 247021556.
- "Hunters of the Lost City Review". www.bayviews.org. Retrieved 2023-03-11.
- "Hunters of the Lost City by Kali Wallace". www.publishersweekly.com. Retrieved 2023-03-11.
- HUNTERS OF THE LOST CITY | Kirkus Reviews.