Runcible Jones: The Gate to Nowhere facts for kids
"The Gate to Nowhere" Australian cover
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| Author | Ian Irvine |
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| Cover artist | Ian Irvine |
| Country | Australia |
| Language | English |
| Series | Runcible Jones Quintet |
| Genre | Young adult novels |
| Published | January 2006 Puffin Books Australia |
| Media type | Print (Paperback) |
| Followed by | Runcible Jones: The Buried City |
Runcible Jones: The Gate to Nowhere is the first book in the Runcible Jones Quintet series. It tells the exciting and magical adventures of a boy named Runcible Jones and his special friend, Mariam Orpiment. The book was written by the famous author Ian Irvine.
What is Runcible Jones: The Gate to Nowhere?
This story takes place on an Earth that is much like ours, but with a secret: magic is real! However, using magic is strictly against the rules. The book follows the journey of Runcible Jones, a twelve-year-old boy.
The Story Begins
Runcible's life has been tough. His father was involved in an accident while writing a book about magic. Because of this, Runcible's mother is now in a difficult situation, trying to protect that very book. Even though Runcible finds it hard to make friends, he accidentally becomes close with a girl named Mariam.
A New World and New Friends
One day, something unexpected happens. Runcible's magical powers cause a big accident, and he and Mariam are suddenly sent to a very dangerous new world called Ilitor. To survive in this harsh place, they have to work together. Their adventure becomes even more complicated when they meet a mysterious sorceress. This meeting leads to them being left alone in the wild parts of Ilitor. To get back home to Earth and see their families again, they must rely on help from a tricky character named Sleeth and other new friends (and even some enemies) they meet along the way.
