The Endless Game (Paperback)

Paperback. A Read with Jenna Jr. Today Show Book Club Pick A middle school boy gets drawn into his new towns intense summer game of capture the flag in this thrillingoften profound (Booklist, starred review) slice-of-life graphic novel debut perfect for fans of The Cardboard Kingdom and Craig of the Creek.When Fred Townsend and his family move to Lakeside, Illinois, Fred is inducted into a game of capture the flag that has split the entire town in two. But this isnt a normal game. Its been going on for decades and has been passed down from generation to generation. It has its own history, laws, and institutions, with elaborate castle-like bases, dreary prisons, kid-run saloons, and even a council of home-schooled kids that preside over the rules of the game. But for Fred, and all of Lakesides kids, this unending war is not just about winningits also about learning how you want to fit into the world, the power of friendship, and making sure this summer is one they will never forget. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …