Pax - Sara Pennypacker

A National Book Award Longlist title, New York Times bestseller, and an Amazon Best Book of the Year for 2016--award-winning author Pennypacker's beautifully wrought, utterly compelling novel about the powerful relationship between a boy and his fox, now in paperback. Illustrations. n nNew York Times Bestseller * National Book Award Longlist n nFinally in paperback!

This handsome edition features French flaps.n nFrom bestselling and award-winning author Sara Pennypacker comes a beautifully wrought, utterly compelling novel about the powerful relationship between a boy and his fox. Pax is destined to become a classic, beloved for generations to come. n nPax and Peter have been inseparable ever since Peter rescued him as a kit.

But one day, the unimaginable happens: Peter's dad enlists in the military and makes him return the fox to the wild.n nAt his grandfather's house, three hundred miles away from home, Peter knows he isn't where he should be--with Pax. He strikes out on his own despite the encroaching war, spurred by love, loyalty, and grief, to be reunited with his fox.n nMeanwhile Pax, steadfastly waiting for his boy, embarks on adventures and discoveries of his own. .

. .n nPax is a wonderful choice for independent reading, sharing in the classroom, homeschooling, and book groups.n nPlus, don't miss Pax, Journey Home, the sequel to the award-winning and modern classic Pax.n