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The Einsteins of Vista Point - by Ben Guterson

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Highlights

  • After the tragic loss of their sister, Zack and his siblings band together to investigate a Morse Code-inspired mystery in this stunning novel about grief and resilience.
  • 8-12 Years
  • 7.97" x 5.58" Hardcover
  • 272 Pages
  • Juvenile Fiction, Social Themes

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About the Book



Eager for a fresh start, the grieving Einstein family moves to the remote town of Vista Point to renovate an old house and turn it into a bed-and-breakfast.



Book Synopsis



After the tragic loss of their sister, Zack and his siblings band together to investigate a Morse Code-inspired mystery in this stunning novel about grief and resilience.

When Zack's younger sister dies in a tragic accident, his family moves to a small town in the Northwest to try and heal from the pain. Vista Point is home to many mysterious landmarks, including the great domed stone Tower with its cryptic message hidden in the ceiling. Zack blames himself for his sister's death, and he struggles to find comfort in his new surroundings. Until he meets Ann, a girl who lives in the area and shows Zack all the special places to be discovered. But there's something that seems a bit strange about Ann--and perhaps a secret she is keeping from him.

This masterful novel thoughtfully explores how a season of pain can evolve into a summer of healing.

"Guterson does a splendid job of conjuring up the ideal setting for a classic summer story....An adventure that begs to be read by flashlight under bedcovers." --Booklist

"Guterson sensitively explores Zack's journey toward self-forgiveness in this contemplative adventure." --Publishers Weekly

"The fascinating cipher that ties it all together is the highlight of this wholesome, gentle story....An inspirational throwback for families seeking tales with a classic feel." --Kirkus Reviews



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"The fascinating cipher that ties it all together is the highlight of this wholesome, gentle story.... An inspirational throwback for families seeking tales with a classic feel."--Kirkus Reviews

"Guterson (the Winterhouse trilogy) sensitively explores Zack's journey toward self-forgiveness in this contemplative adventure featuring a captivating northwestern U.S. setting, a splash of the paranormal, and a tidy ending."--Publishers Weekly

"Guterson treads carefully, demonstrating how grief can be maneuvered but not entirely left behind--this is a bruised family, even as they heal through shared experiences, conversations, and renewed trust that their loved ones will support their unique ways of mourning. The mystery of a tower, secret messages, ghostly communications, and a cranky old man are all appealing elements that move the story forward . . . readers will be glad to see the Einsteins get some closure, joy, and good karma."--BCCB

Praise for The Einsteins of Vista Point:

"Guterson does a splendid job of conjuring up the ideal setting for a classic summer story.... There are compassionate explorations of grief and loss, but obvious familial affection and gracious communal support keep the tone warm and hopeful. A properly old-fashioned adventure that begs to be read by flashlight under bedcovers."--Booklist

Praise for The Secrets of Winterhouse:

"Guterson's rich mystery and lively characters will keep readers turning the page to solve the puzzles within and leave them eagerly anticipating the next book in this intriguing and magical series."

--Booklist

Praise for Winterhouse:

"Guterson provides readers a treat: mean caregivers à la the Dursleys; a vast, luxurious hotel where oddities abound; a new word-puzzle-loving friend; a shrouded history for Winterhouse; and sinister circumstances.... Clever and captivating."

--Kirkus Reviews

"A charming, atmospheric mystery with some fantasy elements, for fans of Kate Milford's Greenglass House and Trenton Lee Stewart's The Mysterious Benedict Society."

--School Library Journal

"A natural fit for readers with a penchant for puzzles and wordplay in the vein of the Mr. Lemoncello's Library series and Pseudonymous Bosch."

--Booklist

"An engaging blend of sleuthing, puzzle-solving, and magic."

--Kirkus Reviews



About the Author



Ben Guterson is the New York Times bestselling author of The World-Famous Nine, which was a Barnes & Noble Young Reader Pick of the Month, as well as The Einsteins of Vista Point and the popular Winterhouse trilogy. Winterhouse was an Edgar Award and an Agatha Award finalist and an Indie Next List Pick. His books have been translated into eleven languages worldwide. Ben lives near Seattle, and he invites you to visit him online at benguterson.com.

Dimensions (Overall): 7.97 Inches (H) x 5.58 Inches (W) x 1.02 Inches (D)
Weight: .74 Pounds
Suggested Age: 8-12 Years
Sub-Genre: Social Themes
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Number of Pages: 272
Publisher: Christy Ottaviano Books-Little Brown and Hachette
Theme: Death, Grief, Bereavement
Format: Hardcover
Author: Ben Guterson
Language: English
Street Date: April 12, 2022
TCIN: 1002952799
UPC: 9780316317436
Item Number (DPCI): 247-23-0205
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1.02 inches length x 5.58 inches width x 7.97 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.74 pounds
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