City of the Beasts is by Isabel Allende. This is Allende's first novel for young adults, and first in a series involving Alexander Cold - the main character. Alex's mother is being treated for breast cancer and Alex is sent to stay with his grandmother, Kate. Kate takes Alex on an assignment to South America to search for the legendary nine-foot-tall "Beast". Alex and Nadia, another teen friend, are kidnapped by the "People of the Mist" and discover the truth about the "Beast." There is something in this story for everyone: adventure, mystery, fantasy, the supernatural. It is a great read. I highly recommend it.
Ratings: 8th grade - 9 out of 10 - MP (mild profanity).
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