Going Wild

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In this first book in a trilogy, Lisa McMann masterfully blends science fiction, fantasy, and the animal kingdom to create this high-octane middle grade adventurewith a refreshingly heroine leadthat's perfect for fans of Rick Riordan and Brandon Mull.

Charlie Wilde knew her life would change forever when her family moved from Chicago to hot, boring Arizonaand that was before she found the bracelet.

After putting it on, Charlie notices odd things happening. Shes suddenly able to run across the soccer field as fast as a cheetah, lift heavy objects as if she were as strong as an elephant, and thats just the beginning. Of course, Charlie would be thrilled about her amazing abilities if she had any idea how to control them. So she must put her trust in new friends to help figure out whats happening to her and uncover the surprising truth behind the mysterious bracelet.

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"The first book of a gripping, can't-put-down trilogy. Once again, Lisa McMann demonstrates her remarkable ability to create action-packed fantasies filled with humor and heart. Kids will go wild for Going Wild!" -- Katherine Applegate, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Newbery Medal winner The One and Only Ivan "Going Wild has it all-drama, soccer, and superpowers, with a heroine who is super, sure, but also incredibly real and down-to-earth. As much as readers will be amazed by what Charlie can do, they'll cheer for her because she's the superhero next door." -- Gordon Korman, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Masterminds series, Ungifted, and Slacker "Like no other writer, Lisa McMann creates real, lovable characters and then yanks their lives inside out with nail-biting suspense, a shocker at every turn, and stakes that climb to crazy, impossible heights. I hope it's not rude to beg for the sequel, because the line begins here." -- Peter Lerangis, New York Times bestselling author of the Seven Wonders series "Filled with action, adventure, and a good dollop of wish fulfillment, McMann's superhero origin story should capture the imagination of any reader who wonders what it would be like to be more than just an average kid." -- Publishers Weekly "A fast-paced adventure with a very likable heroine. Fans of Rick Riordan and Brandon Mull will not be disappointed." -- School Library Journal "Blending action, fantasy, and sci-fi with tween angst, this is poised to be a hit with the legions of fans of the Unwanteds series." -- ALA Booklist Praise for THE UNWANTEDS: "Imagination runs wild in this creative adventure." -- Brandon Mull, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Fablehaven series and Spirit Animals #1: Wild Born "The Hunger Games meets Harry Potter...[The Unwanteds] is sure to be a double hit." -- Kirkus Reviews

Author Bio

Lisa McMann is the New York Times bestselling author of the Wake trilogy. She lives with her family in Phoenix, Arizona. Read more about Lisa at www.lisamcmann.com or find her on Facebook and Twitter.