I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the THE OUTLAWS SCARLETT AND BROWNE by Jonathan Stroud Blog
Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!
About the Book:
Title: THE OUTLAWS SCARLETT AND BROWNE (The Outlaws Scarlett and Browne, #1)
Author: Jonathan Stroud
Pub. Date: October 5, 2021
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books
for Young Readers
Pages: 432
Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook, Audiobook
Find it: Goodreads, Amazon, Kindle, Audible, B&N, iBooks, Kobo, TBD, Bookshop.org
Action! Humor! Fantasy! This new series opener is a tour de force from international bestseller Jonathan Stroud.
Scarlett McCain is an outlaw, a bank robber and a sharp shooter–a girl of
formidable skills. Fueled by a tragic injustice in her past, she travels the
broken kingdoms of England alone, carrying out daring heists in the surviving
towns and fending off monstrous beasts in the wilds outside their fortified
walls. Her life is dangerous, free, and simple–until she finds a wrecked bus
on a lonely road. Albert Browne, the sole survivor of the accident, is a
seemingly innocent and harmless youth. Against her better judgement, Scarlett
agrees to escort him to safety.
This is a mistake. They are soon pursued by men with dogs and guns and
explosives. Scarlett is used to running from the law, but these trackers are
the most skilled she’s ever encountered–and they don’t seem to be after her.
Just who is this Albert Browne Scarlett must uncover his shocking secrets if
either of them are going to survive.
Praise For THE OUTLAWS SCARLETT AND BROWNE:
“The vivid setting, rapid-fire dialogue, and nonstop action will propel readers through this raucous, rousing rumble.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“Thrills and wisecrackery run neck and neck as Stroud establishes a sturdy cast of characters and lays the foundation of a post-apocalyptic . . . setting where adventure fantasy thrives. Add the razor-sharp banter that delights readers of the Bartimaeus series, and you can lay the smart money on another Stroud winner.”—The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books, starred review
“Fuelled by black humour, this action-packed odyssey grips from the first page.” —The Daily Mail
“Gunslinging action and pitch-black humour meets post-apocalyptic thrill ride in this brilliant new departure for the author of the Lockwood & Co. series.” —The Guardian
“Wanted: a sequel—as fast as you can pull a pistol.” —The Times (London)
“Jonathan Stroud is an exceptional world-builder. A smart and audacious first volume of a new series.”—The Sunday Times
“It’s bold, funny and original.” —The Week Junior
“Stroud’s talent for creating astonishing yet utterly believable literary worlds is well known—and this is another triumph. Starring a pair of charismatic anti-heroes, intensely cinematic action and laced with characteristically dry wit.” —The Bookseller
“Stroud’s writing is a treat; brilliantly crafted world building, taut action scenes, fabulous villains and witty dialogue. A wild ride indeed, and the first in a series.” —The Observer (The New Review)
“This is bleedin’ brilliant from start to finish.” —SFX Magazine
“Stroud is a genius.” —Rick Riordan, bestselling author of the Trials of Apollo
MY REVIEW
✨ The Title/Cover Draw:
- The cover of this book is really dynamic. Thanks to @jaimerockstarbooktours and Random House for allowing me to read this book and promote it!
💜 What I liked:
- The story of Scarlett was fun. The universe was well thought out and very extensive. I appreciated the story and thought it was a very strong start.
😱 What I didn’t like:
- There is a lot of description in this book and as such the pacing felt slower than other books. However if you like sweeping fantasies, this is for you.
🚦 My face at the end: 😺
💭 5 Reasons to Read:
- 1. Dystopian Universe
- 2. Wild West (but British)
- 3. Scary Monsters
- 4. Secret Powers
- 5. Gum
🕧 Mini-Summary:
- Scarlett is a lone wolf and thief. When she happens across a boy stranded by a bus accident, she decides to help him. However, she doesn’t realize how dangerous this might be.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
About Jonathan Stroud:
Jonathan Stroud is the author of two
internationally bestselling series: the award-winning Bartimaeus Sequence,
which has been published in thirty-six languages worldwide, and the critically
acclaimed Lockwood & Co., which is currently being adapted by Netflix. His
stand-alone titles include Heroes of the Valley, The Last Siege, The Leap, and
Buried Fire. Jonathan lives near London with his wife and three
children. You can visit him at jonathanstroud.com and follow him on Instagram
at @jonathan.stroud and on Twitter at @JonathanAStroud.
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Giveaway Details:
3 winners will receive a finished copy of THE OUTLAWS SCARLETT AND BROWNE, US Only.
Tour Schedule:
Week One:
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10/1/2021 |
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10/2/2021 |
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Week Two:
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10/3/2021 |
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10/9/2021 |
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10/10/2021 |
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10/11/2021 |
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10/12/2021 |
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10/13/2021 |
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10/14/2021 |
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10/15/2021 |
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10/16/2021 |
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10/20/2021 |
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10/21/2021 |
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10/22/2021 |
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10/23/2021 |
Pre Made Post |
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10/24/2021 |
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10/25/2021 |
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10/26/2021 |
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10/27/2021 |
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10/28/2021 |
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10/29/2021 |
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10/30/2021 |
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10/31/2021 |
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