Map of Flames The Forgotten Five, Bo..., Lisa McMann
Map of Flames The Forgotten Five, Bo..., Lisa McMann
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Map of Flames (The Forgotten Five, Book 1)

Author: Lisa McMann

Narrator: Jeremy Carlisle Parker

Unabridged: 9 hr 52 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/22/2022


Synopsis

X-Men meets Spy Kids in this instant New York Times bestseller! Here’s the first book in a new middle-grade fantasy/adventure series from the author of The Unwanteds.

Fifteen years ago, eight supernatural criminals fled Estero City to make a new life in an isolated tropical hideout. Over time, seven of them disappeared without a trace, presumed captured or killed. And now, the remaining one has died.
 
Left behind to fend for themselves are the criminals’ five children, each with superpowers of their own: Birdie can communicate with animals. Brix has athletic abilities and can heal quickly. Tenner can swim like a fish and can see in the dark and hear from a distance. Seven’s skin camouflages to match whatever is around him. Cabot hasn’t shown signs of any unusual power—yet.

Then one day Birdie finds a map among her father’s things that leads to a secret stash. There is also a note:  
 
Go to Estero, find your mother, and give her the map.
 
The five have lived their entire lives in isolation. What would it mean to follow the map to a strange world full of things they’ve only heard about, like cell phones, cars, and electricity? A world where, thanks to their parents, being supernatural is a crime?

About The Author

Lisa McMann is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of dozens of books, including The Unwanteds series, the Wake trilogy, and her most recent novel, Clarice the Brave. She is married to fellow writer, Matt McMann, and they have two adult children—her son is artist Kilian McMann and her daughter is actor Kennedy McMann. Lisa spends most of her time in Arizona, California, and Vancouver, British Columbia, and loves to cook, read, and watch reality TV. You can visit Lisa at lisamcmann.com or follow her on Twitter and Instagram @lisa_mcmann.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Nick on March 15, 2022

This is solid. Honestly, any book aimed at teenagers and devoid of woke garbage is going to be a good read. This never gets into the children's sex lives, never has them confused over their sex, never has them bemoan whatever popular political movement is going on at the time of writing, and is a be......more

Goodreads review by Sarah on November 26, 2022

I really really enjoyed this! What a great middle grade full of adventure, humor and a wonderful friend group. It was creative and I loved the storyline. Will definitely read the next book! *Huge thanks to the publisher for a galley to read!......more

Goodreads review by Ashley on February 11, 2023

It’s giving Maximum Ride in the best way......more

Goodreads review by Suzanne on March 02, 2023

2.5 stars rounded down to 2 This review hurts to write. I'll start with the positives and my more measured criticisms, and then we're going to get into a bit of ranting. Content warnings for the book: death of a parent, some bodily harm (non-life-theatening) to a kid Positives: 1. Easy to read (appropr......more

Goodreads review by Joseph on May 07, 2022

Everyone out there if you like keepers of the lost cities you. Have. To. Read. THIS!!!!!!!!......more


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Praise for Map of Flames:

A New York Times Bestseller
An Indie Bestseller


"This new series blends science fiction with the animal kingdom, highlighting incredible feats of nature alongside a compelling quest to survive . . . Middle graders seeking a new twist on science fiction and superpower heroism will find this fast-paced first installment the answer to their search." —School Library Journal

"[Addresses] complicated family dynamics, grief, and the ups and downs of friendship . . . Entertaining and meaningful." —Booklist

“Lisa McMann is a unique talent who creates richly imagined worlds where children discover hidden talents, overcome insurmountable challenges, and learn to live with both hope and loss.” —Brightly

"Supernaturally cool." —Kirkus Reviews

"An alternating third-person perspective deftly depicts the five friends struggling to remain together as they navigate contemporary technologies, all the while employing their superpowers to survive in a dangerous new environment." —Publishers Weekly