The Ominous Eye
The Nocturnals Book 2
by Tracey Hecht
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Pub Date Sep 20 2016 | Archive Date May 02 2017
Myrick Marketing & Media, LLC | Fabled Films Press
Description
“Returning fans will be rewarded” —Booklist
In the Nocturnals second chapter book, Dawn a serious fox, Tobin a sweet pangolin, and Bismark a pint-sized sugar glider set out to investigate a sudden jolt that cracks the earth! Along the way, they meet a mysterious reptile, a tuatara, who claims the beast who caused the crack may strike again. But can this tuatara be trusted? The Nocturnals team up with a zany owl, jittery jerboas, and a flock of birds to set a trap to uncover the truth and unite the forest!
Bonus full color illustrations at the start of each chapter.
GREAT GIFT FOR AGES 9–12
Now an AR Quiz!
Download complimentary printable activities on the book's website: animal mask crafts, bingo, word games, discussion questions, and Common Core Language Arts and Next Generation Science educator guides.
READ ALL FOUR ADVENTURES WITH THE NOCTURNALS
The Nocturnals is a critically acclaimed middle grade chapter book series following three unlikely friends—Dawn, a serious fox, Tobin, a sweet pangolin, and Bismark, a pint-sized sugar glider. Discover the friendships, teamwork, and humor as the Nocturnal Brigade solves the unpredictable mysteries of the night.
In the third chapter book, The Fallen Star, Dawn, Tobin, and Bismark wake up to a disaster! A meteor has landed in the forest, blue lights glow near the crater, and animals are strangely affected. They meet Iris the aye-aye, a mysterious primate, who warns of a moon monster invasion. But can she be trusted? It is up to the Nocturnals to uncover the real explanation and save the animals!
A Note From the Publisher
Coming in paperback July 11, 2017 (9781944020101)
Advance Praise
"Hecht continues to charm readers with delightfully drawn characters and consistent suspense. Bismark's trademark, multilingual adulations fuel both Dawn's eye-rolls and readers' chuckles. Tobin remains cautiously adventurous. His quiet remarks and social perceptiveness ground Bismark's slapstick and elicit warmth from Dawn's cool leadership. Each animal, from the common to the exotic, shines with quirky personalities and endearing traits. A welcome return of the colorful and curious trio--their next can't arrive soon enough. (Fantasy. 9-12)" --Kirkus Reviews
"In this satisfying second installment...our heroes are there to save the day, and, as in the first volume, when they uncover Polyphema's underlying motives, learn about an important issue--this time, protecting endangered species. Returning fans will be rewarded with the expected engaging plot twists, plenty of humor, Bismarck's unrequited mooning over Dawn, and reaffirmation of the trio's mutual loyalty and friendship." --Booklist
" The Ominous Eye explores how friendships can change, first (and second) impressions aren't always correct, and fear shouldn't stop you from doing what's right. Fans of The Nocturnals will devour this latest adventure with new characters and a thrilling mystery."-- YA and Kids Book Central (YABC)
"This is a good follow-up to the first book, and yet newcomers to the series can jump right in without having read the first book (but read it - it's good!). Kate Liebman's color illustrations add to the text, giving the reader a nice frame of reference for some of these new animals he or she will meet during the course of the book." --Mom Read It Blog
"Hecht writes a novel that can stand on its own and allows readers to jump right into the series and backtrack later. The characters are each unique... the reader can't help but be invested in them. Even the so called "bad guys" have an element of sympathy and understanding about them that teaches young readers to think critically about how they treat the people around them and what might be going on in those "bad guys" lives... Hecht does a great job of tying together themes and morals centering around acceptance, understanding, and friendship."
-- Centered on Books Blog
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781944020033 |
| PRICE | $15.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 208 |
Featured Reviews
Jennifer N, Bookseller
We loved this funny look into the lives of three nocturnal animals. This is such a cute book for middle-grade readers on up or for little one to be read too. With all the different animals and a mystery that will hold the reader captive until the end when all is finally revealed.
