Scrivener's Moon

Scrivener's Moon is the thrilling third and final installment in Philip Reeve's Fever Crumb series, a prequel to the acclaimed Mortal Engines Quartet. Set in a post-apocalyptic future where nomad tribes clash with emerging mobile cities, this 384-page chapter book follows young engineer Fever Crumb on a critical quest. She travels to the desolate North to uncover the origins of the Scriven mutants and stumbles upon a mysterious black pyramid with world-altering secrets. Ideal for readers aged 9-13, this character-driven adventure explores themes of identity, technology, and the courage to face an uncertain future. Parents should note its connection to a larger, complex world, making it a satisfying read for fans of the series and a compelling entry point for new readers interested in steampunk and dystopian narratives.

The seventh awe-inspiring adventure in the World of Mortal Enginesseries by superb writer Philip Reeve, at the height of his powers. In a future land once known as Britain, nomad tribes are preparing to fight a terrifying enemy - the first-ever mobile city. Before London can launch itself, young engineer Fever Crumb journeys to the wastelands of the North to seek out the ancient birthplace of the Scriven mutants. In the chaotic weeks before battle begins, Fever finds a mysterious black pyramid. The extraordinary secrets it contains will change her world forever. Mortal Enginesis now a major motion picture from Peter Jackson's studio,WingNut Filmsand stars Hera Hilmar, Robert Sheehan & Hugo Weaving.