In a Handful of Dust

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Fans of classic frontier survival stories, as well as readers of dystopian literature, will enjoy this futuristic story about an epic cross-country journey.

In aHandful of Dustis set ten years after the first novel,Not a Drop to Drink, as a dangerous disease strikes the community where teenage Lucy lives. When her adoptive mother, Lynn, takes Lucy away from their home and friends in order to protect her, Lucy struggles to figure out what home means. During their journey west to find a new life, the two face natures challenges, including hunger, mountains, and deserts.

New York Timesbestselling author Michael Grant saysNot a Drop to Drinkis a debut not to be missed, and this companion title is full of Mindy McGinniss evocative, spare language matched with incredible drama and danger.In a Handful of Dustis perfect for fans ofthe Partials,Enclave, andLegend series.

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A very satisfying journey, by turns philosophical and riveting. -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) Tension's maintained by constant, subtle foreshadowing (rather than transparent cliffhangers), and the characters rarely feel safe enough for readers to relax. Hard to put down. -- Kirkus Reviews

Author Bio

Mindy McGinnis is a Teen Librarian who lives in Ohio. You can find her online at www.mindymcginnis.com or on Twitter (@MindyMcGinnis).