Gregor the Overlander

(Book #1 in The Underland Chronicles series)

by Suzanne Collins

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Book Overview: Gregor the Overlander

This irresistible novel by Suzanne Collins tells the story of a boy who embarks on a dangerous quest in order to fulfill his destiny — and find his father — in a strange world beneath New York City.

Gregor the Overlander joins the Scholastic Gold line, which features award-winning and beloved novels. Includes exclusive bonus content!When Gregor falls through a grate in the laundry room of his apartment building, he hurtles into the dark Underland, where spiders, rats, cockroaches coexist uneasily with humans. This world is on the brink of war, and Gregor’s arrival is no accident. A prophecy foretells that Gregor has a role to play in the Underland’s uncertain future. Gregor wants no part of it — until he realizes it’s the only way to solve the mystery of his father’s disappearance. Reluctantly, Gregor embarks on a dangerous adventure that will change both him and the Underland forever. This unforgettable novel by Suzanne Collins, the international bestselling author of the Hunger Games series, is rich in suspense and brimming with adventure.

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Editorial Reviews

Praise for Gregor the Overlander: “Kids who love adventure books will find this one… hard to put down.” — The Boston Globe* “Luminous, supremely absorbing.” — Kirkus Reviews, starred review”Collins creates a fascinating, vivid, highly original world and a superb story to go along with it, and Gregor is endearing as a caring, responsible big brother who rises triumphantly to every challenge. This is sure to be a solid hit with young fantasy fans.” — Booklist“In this accessible, almost-cinematic fantasy, Gregor and his two-year-old sister fall into an amazing underground world…. This is an engrossing adventure for fantasy fans and for those new to the genre.” — School Library Journal* “Collins does a grand job of world-building… Unlike Gregor who cannot wait to leave, readers will likely find [the Underland] to be a fantastically engaging place.” — Publishers Weekly, starred review”Cliffhanger chapter endings propel the story forward to its inevitable but nevertheless immensely satisfying conclusion, which, happily for readers, hints at more heart-pounding journeys to the center of the earth.” — The Horn Book ReviewA NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIESA USA TODAY BESTSELLING SERIESA BOOK SENSE BESTSELLING SERIES

About the Author

Suzanne Collins

Suzanne Collins is an American television writer and bestselling author, best known for authoring The New York Times bestselling series, The Hunger Games. Born on August 10, 1962, in Hartford, Connecticut, Collins is the youngest of four siblings. Pursuing a career in writing, she graduated from Indiana University with a double major in drama and telecommunications. Initially, Collins worked as a television writer on shows for Nickelodeon before moving into children’s literature.

Her first published works were in the Underland Chronicles, but her real breakthrough came with The Hunger Games trilogy in 2008. The dystopian novels became a global phenomenon, selling tens of millions of copies worldwide and being adapted into a successful Hollywood film franchise. Collins, who bases much of her writing on war and its consequences, is hailed for portraying intense themes suitable for young readers.