The sequel to Vango: Between Earth and Sky continues with the same breathtaking speed and intricacy as it follows Vango through World War II Europe and New York City. Vango knows he is being pursued for a murder he didn’t commit, but far more dangerous are the forces trying to kill him for reasons he cannot fathom. They have emerged from a past he knows nothing of. The truth of that past is revealed in chapters that compellingly weave Vango’s fictional existence into historical events. Mystery and intrigue, heroes and villains, poignancy and impossibility exist side by side in a novel that follows multiple characters and storylines. Politics and war, power and evil, and the ongoing quest for peace are all threaded through the story. At the center of it all is Vango, a young man moving toward a hopeful future, assuming he survives the threats from his unknown past. Exceptional writing and translation make this is a pleasure to read, even as it challenges readers to keep track of all the elements. (Age 14 and older)

International award winner Timothée de Fombelle brings the breathtaking global adventure of Vango to a thrilling conclusion.

Fleeing dark forces and unfounded accusations across Europe in the years between World Wars, a young man named Vango has been in danger for as long as he can remember. He has spent his life running along rooftops, fleeing to isolated islands, and evading capture across Russia, Paris, New York, and Italy. Narrow escapes, near misses, and a dash of romantic intrigue will rivet adventurous teens to their seats as Vango continues to unravel the mysteries of his past. In the shadow of a rapidly changing world, can Vango find those who have hunted him for so long and uncover his true identity?