To ask other readers questions about the finisher, please sign up. Until one girl, vega jane, discovers a map that suggests a mysterious world beyond the walls. Once you get into the story and become involved with the characters and their lives in a sci fi world it is a great read. I didnt plan what i was going to say so everything is literally off the top of my. Finisher, a device for postprinting actions stapling, holepunching, folding, or collating usually as a multifunction printer. The book is a thinly disguised parallel of medieval times with a twist of magic. He is of italian descent, from tuscany but was born and raised in richmond, virginia. Finisher wrestling, a move in professional wrestling. If youve been a baldacci fan, then you should probably give this a shot to just see his varied sides and styles, if nothing else.
Mar 04, 2014 about the author 2014 david baldacci is a worldwide bestselling writer. The finisher by david baldacci summary of the finisher. The finisher by david baldacci is the story of a girl named vega jane who lives in wormwood with her brother jon jane. Main character vega jane is a 14yearold inhabitant of the staid and savage wormwood village, whose citizens never leave and visitors are unheard of. You can then read out these instructions after getting up and your day is all set to. She was told there was nothing outside but a forest filled with danger and death. Dec 06, 2014 with many twists and turns, the entire book lives up to its authors reputation. I can appreciate that some people might find the strange words annoying but as most of the strange words were. Thats what the girl read the finisher by david baldacci. The thing to consider is that david baldacci books are so special that his books have been translated in about many different languages and he has his fan following in. Btw i have already ordered his next book, hope it is a thriller and mystery.
Sony acquires feature rights to david baldaccis the. There was nothing in the quag except certain death. As we love to share all kinds of entertainment, today weve got the trailer for a new novel by david baldacci, whos also been behind absolute power, wish you well and day of doom, for his. David baldacci books in order update the books in order.
The finisher vega jane, book 1 by david baldacci fantastic fiction. Absolute power 1996 total control 1997 the winner 1997 the simple truth 1998 saving faith 1999 wish you well 2000 last man standing 2001 the christmas train 2002 true blue 2009 one summer 2011. Even though i know this book is aimed at teens of which im not i thought i would give it a go. Sony options david baldaccis upcoming fantasy novel the finisher. In the finisher, bestselling author david baldaccis first young adult adventure, a young girl is faced with an enormous mystery that could change her world completely.
I really enjoyed this book as it was quite gripping. The finisher by david baldacci is a book that shows adventurous characters the greatness of friendship and an author that has great imagination. When you finish the finisher, you want to start the next adventure. Enter your email below to be notified as soon as it is available.
The finisher hardcover kindle edition written by david baldacci scholastic press release date. Although written for a younger market i did enjoy this story. The vega jane series by david baldacci scholastic media room. The finisher is an enchanting romp through a fantastical world worthy of rowling or brooks.
The finisher by david baldacci by paul metcalf march 2, 2014 when fiction is aimed at young adults the themes used are a lot of the times about rebellion, a bout fighting to be independent and to have choice. Sony options david baldaccis upcoming fantasy novel the. In the finisher, bestselling author david baldaccis first young adult adventure, a young girl is faced with an enormous. A lot of my friends have recommended this book to me. Oct 02, 2014 heres a book trailer for the finisher by david baldacci.
The story follows the trials and tribulations of vega jane and her circle of compatriots as they attempt to make sense of their world and what might be beyond the world as they know it. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Vega jane and her miserable life in wormwood, i would have tossed the book out of the window. The thing to consider is that david baldacci books are so special that his books have been translated in about many different languages and he has his fan following in many parts of the world. I suppose if you like the same ol from every author without their giving any extra creativity or imagination, the finisher may disappoint you. James faulkner cricketer, nicknamed the finisher due to his ability to. Apr 08, 2014 the books choice to overrely on wug as a wordstem is distracting, but this is a minor issue in what is otherwise a clever, intriguing, and refreshingly different world populated with flawed characters who respond to their environment with a unique set of moral guidelines, just as they should given their sheltered, intensely controlled. With many twists and turns, the entire book lives up to its authors reputation. The finisher is quite slow until about a critical event in the book that happens midway. And she always believed it until the night she saw quentin herms run away. Sed aliquam, urna ut sollicitudin molestie, lacus justo aliquam mauris, interdum aliquam sapien nisi cursus mauris. The finisher vega jane, book 1 she will not breakvega jane was always told no one could leave the town of wormwood.
When i read the finisher, vega janes story really grabbed onto my heart. Matt tolmach the amazing spiderman will produce the movie. She will not breakvega jane was always told no one could leave the town of wormwood. Finisher wrestling, a move in professional wrestling the finishers, a 20 french film. Absolute power 1996 total control 1997 the winner 1997 the simple truth 1998 saving faith 1999 wish you well 2000 last man standing 2001 the christmas train 2002 true blue 2009 one summer 2011 short stories and novellas by david baldacci. The finisher vega jane, book 1 mass market paperback july 28, 2015. A thrilling fantasy adventure story that follows one girls quest beyond her known world and into a dangerous realm full of magical beasts. The finisher available for download and read online in other formats. That event was a bit predictable though as were all the other main story points.
Brandon mull, new york times bestselling author of the fablehaven series. Nobody, including vega herself has ever left wormwood, not until one of vegas co workers named quentin hermes, goes missing. The finisher is the first young adult book from number one bestselling author david baldacci. Heres a book trailer for the finisher by david baldacci. Mar 04, 2014 the finisher by david baldacci is a book that shows adventurous characters the greatness of friendship and an author that has great imagination. Bestselling thriller writer david baldacci is turning his hand to the fantasy genre with the finisher, a young adult novel scheduled for march 4, 2014. About haft way in i didnt know if i was enjoying it or not. Baldacci proves that his pen can engage youth as well as adults. November 15 still reaching out of his comfort zone. November 18 david baldaccis latest is best book in his king and maxwell series.
Fantasy series centers on teenage vega, who lives in the bleak village of wormwood trapped there by the deadly quag, a forest filled with beasts. The finisher seems to only introduce vega and her world and it does a great job at leaving you waiting for the sequel. One night vega jolts awake to the sound of screaming and canines. David did an excellent job creating loveable characters and a story that swallows you in, i am looking forward to the next installment in the story and rated this book 4 stars.
Ive read several novels in the last few years with female protagonists and none of them are as amazing as vega. David baldacci is a bestselling author famous for his thriller novels and has written a few childrens books as well. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. If you liked the hunger games youll like the finisher and this adult would also buy the next book in this series to follow the saga of vega jane, her friend delphi and her dog, harry two, as they discover worlds beyond their own should baldacci decide to continue their journey beyond the quag. Forgot to mention before, but a few things which i liked about the book were its characters that of vega jane, daniel delphia and morrigone. Vega jane begins to realize that the town of wormwood is holding many secrets, many, many secrets. The finisher by david baldacci 2014, hardcover for sale. The finisher vega jane, book 1, volume 1 by david baldacci. Mar 01, 2014 david baldacci is a worldwide bestselling writer. The finisher was a delightful change of pace into a make believe world of the authors mind with a cast of characters that will stay with you forever.
Readers will be rooting for her but will not find much resolution in the finisher, as the last chapter seems to set the stage for the next installment. Sep 24, 20 sony pictures entertainment has optioned film rights to david baldaccis upcoming fantasy novel the finisher. He has sold over a 100 million copies worldwide in print of his novels and over 3 million ebooks. As baldacci says wormwood is a small world, but as the book ends, the world appears to be growing. I loved how the book ended on a cliffhanger and cant wait to read the next book in the series when it comes out. The finisher 2014 the keeper 2015 the width of the world 2017 the stars below spring 2019 standalones. The finisher is the start of an enthralling series for young adult readers from the sunday times bestselling author. Sony has acquired feature rights to bestselling author david baldaccis fantasy novel, the finisher, with matt tolmach set to produce the project.
Author david baldacci on writing, literacy, the nsa and military families. Click to read more about the finisher by david baldacci. The finisher childrens book, a 2014 childrens book by david baldacci. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. David baldacci, the finisher the finisher by david baldacci is about a girl named vega jane. Its excellent for puzzle solvers, people who love stories that have lots of conflict, and people who enjoy j. May 17, 2014 forgot to mention before, but a few things which i liked about the book were its characters that of vega jane, daniel delphia and morrigone. He writes books for children and adults and they are published in over 45 different languages and in more than 80 countries, and with more than 110 million copies in print, he is one of the worlds favourite storytellers. Scholastic press will publish the finisher in the u.
Finisher vega jane, book 1 hardcover by david baldacci. I thought it was a great departure for baldacci and my only complaint is it ended without and ending. A book that begins with a map shows great promise in my mind. The finisher vega jane, book 1 9780545652209 by baldacci, david and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Sorry about all the umm and you know and everything. I cant wait until the next book comes out read it 0 reply. And he left behind a trail of clues that point to a dark conspiracy at the heart of.
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