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In the novel "The Last Storyteller," Earth has been a barren wasteland for 400 years, and humans survive in the cruel city of Pocatel or the wilderness. Leandro, a 13-year-old pickpocket, takes the fall for his sister Gabi's stealing and is exiled. His consciousness is placed inside an ancient drone, and he must fend for himself in a world filled with alebrijes, mutant monsters, wasteland pirates, a hidden oasis, and the truth. The book is praised for its thought-provoking and beautifully written nature, creating a whole new imaginative world that holds a mirror to our own.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 03 October 2023
Publisher: Templar Publishing

The Last Storyteller is an incredible new novel from Newbery Medal-winning author Donna Barba Higuera. This captivating story unfolds as it was narrated to me by the mighty Leandro. For centuries, Earth has remained a desolate wasteland, with only a handful of humans struggling to survive in the harsh city of Pocatel or venturing into the wilderness, where they face the dangers of wandering spirits and wyrms. Their lives are fleeting.

Thirteen-year-old pickpocket Leandro and his sister Gabi, descendants of those who toiled in the San Joaquin Valley for generations, strive to make a living in Pocatel. The city, however, does not welcome them with open arms, as they are considered outsiders. When Gabi is caught stealing precious fruit from the Pocatelan elite, Leandro takes the blame. However, his exile turns out to be far more extraordinary than he could have imagined. Instead of a mere banishment, his consciousness is transferred into an ancient drone, left to fend for itself in the vast expanse of the wasteland.

But beyond the boundaries of Pocatel lies a world of wonder and discovery. Leandro discovers other alebrijes, beings who yearn for a better world, as well as mutant monsters, wasteland pirates, a hidden oasis, and the truth. The Last Storyteller is a thought-provoking and beautifully written novel that creates a whole new imaginative world that serves as a mirror to our own.

Praise for The Last Storyteller has been pouring in from prestigious outlets such as the New York Times, which describes it as "truly a beautiful cuento." This captivating tale will transport readers to a realm where imagination knows no bounds, leaving them with a lasting impression and a newfound appreciation for the power of storytelling.

Weight: 306g
Dimension: 129 x 204 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800785410