From master storyteller Garth Nix, the chilling story of a strange object that falls into the wrong hands and has the potential to destroy the world. Perfect for fans of STRANGER THINGS, THE LAST KIDS ON EARTH, and Neil Gaiman.
It’s not fair. Kim’s always lived in the shadow of his younger sister, Eila — which is not how it’s supposed to be. Eila is a prodigy, and everyone talks about how smart she is… but, in Kim’s eyes, she has no common sense.
One day Kim and Eila are walking in the woods, and Eila finds an enigmatic, otherworldly object. Kim thinks it’s bad news… but Eila begins to commune with it. Kim has every reason to be worried, because soon Eila is able to control the minds of everyone around her… in ways she says is the best for everyone.
Kim’s problem-solving must go into high gear. He has to not only save his sister, but save the world from his sister and the forces she’s unleashed.
Praise for We Do Not Welcome our Ten-Year-Old Overlord
“Nix uses his superb writing powers to control and thrill readers throughout this fantastic novel.” –School Library Journal, starred review
“The ever-increasing tension should keep readers mesmerized, as they struggle with the question at the heart of this clever book: whether mind control is ever okay, even if it brings about “good” changes.” –Shelf Awareness, starred review
“An entertainingly offbeat science-fiction romp.” –Kirkus
“Nix (The Sinister Booksellers of Bath) balances spellbinding possibility and childhood adventure with increasing unease and tension as Aster’s influence grows. Atmospheric language, fast-paced action, and the inclusion of early D&D as a background plot device add further layers of whimsy and imagination to this clever thriller.” –Publishers Weekly
“From the author of the acclaimed Sabriel series, Nix’s newest coming-of-age story is filled with his flair for sf and fantasy. In a welcome addition, Nix kindly includes a disclaimer where he pays respect to the Ngunnawal people who inhabited the land in which the story takes place. Young fans of TTRPGs will enjoy this story, along with images of Nix’s own D&D campaigns from his formative years. An epic adventure filled with autonomy awaits.” –Booklist
“This novel from speculative fiction master Nix features nuanced sibling and friend relationships and a bit of validation for anyone who is convinced that their younger sibling might be an evil genius—though, don’t worry, the real conclusion is more sympathetic than that. Sure to hook role-playing game enthusiasts ready to dabble in sci-fi.” –The Horn Book Review
