{"product_id":"the-vanishing-station-a-novel-9781419764226","title":"The Vanishing Station: A Novel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Vanishing Station is a YA debut about a girl who discovers her father's secret life as a delivery person for a magical underworld. To protect him and save her mother's house, she volunteers to take over his station, but soon realizes she's in over her head. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 368 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 09 May 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Abrams\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Vanishing Station, a captivating YA debut by Ana Ellicksons, delves into the depths of an underground magic system nestled within the vibrant city of San Francisco. At the heart of this story lies Ruby Santos, an eighteen-year-old Filipino American who has been grappling with the aftermath of her mother's untimely passing. Her dreams of attending art school seem distant, as she and her father are forced to reside in the basement of their home, renting out the top floor to make ends meet. However, Ruby's world is turned upside down when she discovers her father's secret life as a delivery person for a magical underworld. He \"jumps\" train lines, delivering packages for a powerful family, all in an effort to pay back his mounting debts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRecently, he has fallen behind on deliveries, jeopardizing not only his own livelihood but also the cherished memories of her mother's house. Determined to protect her father and preserve what remains of her mother's legacy, Ruby volunteers to take over her dad's station and embark on the perilous journey of jumping train lines. Little does she know that this is no ordinary job. Ruby quickly realizes that the trains she rides are not just gateways to romance and adventure but also doors to trafficking illicit goods and fierce rivalries. As she delves deeper into the magical underworld and forms a mysterious connection with a boy who has taught her the art of magic, she realizes the gravity of her situation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eToo late, she realizes that she has unwittingly entangled herself in the dangerous web her father was trapped in. With time running out, Ruby must summon all her courage and ingenuity to free her father and save her mother's house. The Vanishing Station is a thrilling tale of sacrifice, loyalty, and the lengths one girl is willing to go to protect the ones she loves. It explores the complexities of family, friendship, and the consequences of pursuing one's dreams, all set against the backdrop of a magical world that threatens to consume everything in its path.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 498g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 217 x 149 x 33 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781419764226\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ana Ellickson","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":45938029592826,"sku":"9781419764226","price":9.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/files\/1715367192965_book.jpg?v=1715594693","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-vanishing-station-a-novel-9781419764226","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}