Description

A thrilling time travel adventure from Newbery Medalist and bestselling author Linda Sue Park.

Twelve-year-old Kevin Kim is shocked when a young man, complete with bow and arrows, crash-lands on his bedroom floor—especially when that man, Skillful Archer, claims to be a legendary ruler from ancient Korea. As much as Kevin enjoys teaching Archie about contemporary life and learning about Korean history from Archie’s stories, Kevin needs to help Archie get back home—or history will be changed forever.

This exciting middle grade novel is from Newbery Medalist Linda Sue Park, whose beloved books include A Single Shard and A Long Walk to Water.

“Will intrigue and amuse readers.” —KLIATT (starred review)

“Excellent.” —Kirkus

About the Author

Linda Sue Park, Newbery Medal winner for A Single Shard and #1 New York Times bestseller for A Long Walk to Water, is the renowned author of many books for young readers, including picture books, poetry, and historical and contemporary fiction. Born in Illinois, Ms. Park has also lived in California, England, and Ireland. She now lives in Western New York. Learn more at lindasuepark.com.

Praise For…

"An exciting novel for male readers, both reluctant and engaged." Kirkus Reviews

"The relationship between Kevin and Archie, and their race against the clock...will keep the pages turning." Publishers Weekly

"This new offering from the Newbery Medal-winning author of A SINGLE SHARD...will intrigue and amuse readers." *Starred* Review KLIATT

"Effective storytelling, middle-grade humor, and a quick pace" Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books —