The Prisoner of Cell 25
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2011 · Est. 8 hour read

The Prisoner of Cell 25

By Richard Paul Evans

Book #1 in the Michael Vey series

A teen with electric powers uncovers a dangerous conspiracy threatening his life and others like him.

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326 pages· 83,916 words· Est. 8 hour read
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Michael Vey appears ordinary, but his electric powers set him apart. When he discovers cheerleader Taylor shares his abilities, they, along with friend Ostin, delve into their origins. Their quest attracts a powerful group intent on controlling them. As Michael's mother is kidnapped, the stakes rise, forcing him to confront hunters and save others like him. Can Michael outsmart those who seek to exploit his powers, or will he fall into their grasp? This electrifying journey tests his courage, friendships, and the limits of his unique abilities.

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The electrifying #1 New York Times bestselling first installment of the action-packed Michael Vey series from author Richard Paul Evans. My name is Michael Vey, and the story I’m about to tell you is strange. Very strange. It’s my story. To everyone at Meridian High School, Michael Vey is an ordinary fourteen-year-old. In fact, the only thing that seems to set him apart is the fact that he has Tourette’s syndrome. But Michael is anything but ordinary. Michael has special powers. Electric powers. Michael thinks he’s unique until he discovers that a cheerleader named Taylor also has special powers. With the help of Michael’s friend, Ostin, the three of them set out to discover how Michael and Taylor ended up this way, but their investigation brings them to the attention of a powerful group who wants to control the electric children - and through them the world. Michael will have to rely on his wits, powers, and friends if he’s to survive.

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Format
Pages
326
Words
83,916
Reading age
12–15
Audience
Young Adult
Lexile
HL500L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about disabilitiesBooks about superheroesBooks about electricityBooks about prisoners
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.3
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
July 10, 2012
First published
August 1, 2011
Publisher
Simon Pulse
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781442468122

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