Second in the Fever Crumb trilogy from the author of Mortal Engines. “Fever herself is a virtuoso character . . . Imaginative, inventive and exciting.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults
USBBY Outstanding International Book
In a ruined world, Fever seeks the lost secret of flight.
Two years ago, Fever Crumb escaped the war-torn city of London in a traveling theater. Now, she arrives in the extraordinary city of Mayda, where buildings ascend the cliffs on funicular rails, and a mysterious recluse is building a machine that can fly. Fever is the engineer he needs—but ruthless enemies will kill to possess their secrets.
In this gripping sequel to Fever Crumb, master storyteller Philip Reeve creates a riveting story that is unforgettable and delightful at every fast-paced, breathless turn.
“Remarkable storytelling.” —The Horn Book
“Reeve’s intricately imagined world, combined with a fast-paced plot, offers a rich, rewarding reading experience.” —School Library Journal
Philip Reeve is the bestselling author of the Mortal Engines quartet, which is now a major motion picture, and the award-winning Fever Crumb series. His other books include the highly acclaimed Here Lies Arthur and No Such Thing As Dragons. He lives in England with his wife and son. Visit him online at philip-reeve.com.