A sophisticated mystery that treats young readers like the intelligent adults they are becoming.
Mother of a toddler to whom she's devoted, and saddled with a husband who takes her for granted and treats her like an afterthought, Nora is suddenly thrust into a centuries-old curse that won't wait for explanations or permission. As the next Keykeeper, she must cross into hidden worlds, taking on new identities in each one-where life-or-death moral dilemmas force her to decide not just what is right, but what is worth sacrificing.
Back home, her sudden disappearance has left a trail of fear and suspicion. Her husband stands accused of her mysterious disappearance and is facing trial for her murder, the daughter she left behind is next in line to suffer-and the curse is closing in.
The clock is ticking as Nora races to uncover the truth, make the right choices, survive the trials, break the curse, and return home-before it's too late.
LIBRARIANS & EDUCATORS can scan the QR code on page 258 to instantly receive a complimentary PDF - 35 pages of educational materials, including book study tools and creative writing prompts designed for readers aged 10 through 18.
This special edition empowers the reader to become the storyteller.
Unlike the standard novel, this edition is built for social, interactive library spaces. It features a massive 35-page educational section at the back, specifically designed to bridge the gap between reading and writing. It includes:
- Interactive Writing Prompts: Interactive prompts and guided exercises that allow kids to step into the story and decide the Keykeeper's fate.
- Deep Reflection Tools: Activities focused on the "impossible" moral dilemmas and character choices found within the story.
- Literacy Support: Everything needed to host high-engagement events designed to inspire creative confidence in readers aged 10 through 18 (grades 5-12).
Perfect for classroom use, independent study, middle grade meetups, and young adult book clubs.
This title / ISBN (9798992846461) is available to the trade, libraries, and bookstores globally through Ingram's iPage
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About the Author :
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Review :
"A delight to read... I sat on the edge of my seat through every chapter. Interesting scenarios keep you captivated until the last page... This is a novel that you won't be able to put down." Antoinette Wessels, Readers' Favorite
"I liked how Pamela S.K. Glasner used thoroughly entertaining paranormal elements to portray moral dilemmas, difficult choices, and convey important, thought-provoking messages... It contrasted courage with self-preservation, and vengeance with forgiveness." Olga Markova, Readers' Favorite
"Seeing Nora develop from a passive wife into a woman with an important purpose is a satisfying character arc. The mystery of the key being sentient is one of the book's most compelling features. A supernatural adventure that kept me turning pages late into the night." Keana Sackett-Moomey, Readers' Favorite
"The writing activities offer discussions and self-reflective prompts that allow readers to think deeper about their experiences. Journey Key is an engaging story with an interactive, thought-provoking, and encouraging guide for storytelling." Liz Konkel, Readers' Favorite
