From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Shiver and Linger comes a brand new, heartstopping novel. Some race to win. Others race to survive. It happens at the start of every November: the Scorpio Races. Riders attempt to keep hold of their water horses long enough to make it to the finish line. Some riders live. Others die. At age nineteen, Sean Kendrick is the returning champion. He is a young man of few words, and if he has any fears, he keeps them buried deep, where no one else can see them. Puck Connolly is different. She never meant to ride in the Scorpio Races. But fate hasn't given her much of a choice. So she enters the competition - the first girl ever to do so. She is in no way prepared for what is going to happen. As she did in her bestselling Shiver trilogy, author Maggie Stiefvater takes us to the breaking point, where both love and life meet their greatest obstacles, and only the strong of heart can survive. The Scorpio Races is an unforgettable reading experience.

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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Shiver and Linger comes a brand new, heart-stopping novel.

With her trademark lyricism, Maggie Stiefvater turns to a new world, where a pair are swept up in a daring, dangerous race across a cliff--with more than just their lives at stake should they lose.

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* “Masterful. Like nothing else out there now.” – Kirkus Reviews, starred review

* “Stiefvater’s novel begins rivetingly and gets better and better…all the way, in fact, to best.” – The Horn Book, starred review

* “A book appealing to lovers of fantasy, horse stories, romance, and action-adventure alike, this seems to have a shot at being a YA blockbuster.” – Booklist, starred review

* “An utterly compelling read.” – Publishers Weekly, starred review

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File Size: 15175 KB
Print Length: 416 pages
Publisher: Scholastic Press (October 18, 2011)
Publication Date: October 18, 2011
Sold by: Scholastic Trade Publisher
Language: English
ASIN: B0051WIX24
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Thoroughly enjoyed

ByL. Babakon September 20, 2017

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What. A. Good. Book. Thoroughly fascinating. For several months, I've been searching for a book to read that would keep me utterly engaged and invested in the story. This book delivered on every premise. As a lifelong reader, one of the most important aspects to a story--for me--is that it be told in an intelligent manner. I want the characters in the story to be able to speak to me, know their own mind, and to be as real as possible. This book really hit it out of the park in that aspect. I absolutely love the spitfire heroine that is so perfectly flawed and full of piss-n-vinegar, that I imagined she and I could be the very best of friends. The only drawback to the story of Puck and Sean is that the book ended far too soon, and I am still wildly curious at how their story will play out. Maggie, if you are reading this, PLEASE write a sequel. I want to know of Puck and Sean's life and marriage and any babies they will have. I want to know what happens. Thank you.

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Hard to put down

ByScarletpenon May 19, 2017

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As all novels must, the story ended. I could have read more about the world she created in the cold north, the odd sea horses that leave the waves in search of food, and the independent and very quirky characters that people this bit of island shore. I know this does not say much but you know when you finish a good read and you are sated? You really do not know what to say for awhile. You just enjoy the way the read sits with you.

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Finally!! YA worth reading!!

ByCassyon September 14, 2017

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As someone who is in the target market for books like this one, and as someone who has been consistently disappointed with the shallow, insta love plagued and smut filled content of this particular genre, this book gave me hope for YA fiction. The story is fabulously written, and builds softly and slowly, allowing you to step into the mystery of Thisby and wrap yourself in its melancholy. The characters are heartfelt, each with their own arch, each distinct and loveable, and each relationship is beautiful in its own way. Sean Kendrick has already become an obsession. ;) Overall, a story worth waiting for. Thank you Ms. Steifvater!

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because of the stupid need to sleep

ByTehani Crofton June 21, 2015

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Well. Not quite read in a single sitting, because of the stupid need to sleep, but I couldn't do anything else after I woke up this morning until I'd finished the book. SO GOOD! Gorgeous blend of legend and real world, darkness and hope, beautifully written and stunningly realised. Loved every single thing about this. Thanks to Kelly Link and the Writer and the Critic podcast for the recommendation!

And if you read this book, and love it, I highly recommend reading Margo Lanagan's "Sea Hearts" (also known as "The Brides of Rollrock Island") - they could well have been written as companion novels!

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Maggie has a way with words!

ByChelseaon August 7, 2012

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I am a huge fan of Maggies and I always will be Ive read all her books and can honestly say she has never disappointed me. In the first paragraph of a book she draws you in and doesnt let you go until that very last line at the end. Too often I check her books out from libraries and feel sad when I have to return them. She has a beautiful writing style the way she describes this town Thisby and the cliffs and beach you feel as if you are actually there and I love her for that! The characters are strong leading characters who give the best example of what courage and bravery really are. Sean Kinderick (great name by the way) changes throughout the book in ways the reader feels special for being able to go along with. His character bounces off of the female lead character Puck so well its hard not to want for this place and these people to be real so we can view them in life. I also really loved maggies in depth detail of the horses their strengths and their weaknesses at the end of the book she comments on how she believes she really didnt make the legend of the horses a bigger part of the story but in my opinion she did a beautiful job. To turn this book down for another is stupid it was a fantastic read for me and at the end of the book I felt more than satisfied. Romance and love is very much in the air in this book but like a great love story it does take time for these two charaters to figure out just what they mean to eachother...when they do the reader knows its a sure thing for the couple. My favorite part had to be when Dory Maud told Sean the way he looks at her he swallows her up so much there shouldnt be any left of her for anyone else to look at.

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Don't let this book pass you by.

ByLinda Ashon July 8, 2015

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Maggie Stiefvater is extremely talented, and this is one shining gem of a book. Please don't let it pass you by. Stiefvater's body of work is extremely varied and imaginative. There are precious few writers who can do what she does both with her writing and with the imaginative force behind that writing. I once said something bad about her book, Shiver, in a discussion on Goodreads, but I take it back. All of her writing has depth and she isn't afraid to try new things. As for this particular book, it is a masterpiece from beginning to end in everything from the writing, to they way the story is told, to the imaginative depth behind it all. Bravo.

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Unique and Fascinating

ByThe Dragon's Inkpoton December 26, 2015

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The concept of the water horses in this book is so unique, unlike anything I have ever read before. I found it fascinating from the very beginning all the way up until the end. Since this book is YA you knew there was going to be some sort of romance in the book but it wasn't an in your face or over the top sort of romance so even if you would typically avoid a YA book because of the teenaged romance this book is still within your grasp. I did however really enjoy that you got snippets from both main characters so it gave the book a lot more depth and was well done.

I didn't give this book 5 stars for a few reasons.
1. It was slow in some spots which was annoying because those parts probably could have been left out and the plot still would have gotten along just fine.
2. There were several things about the water horses that were never explained, and I would have like some sort of explanation no matter how brief, about the ribbons and bells and "magic" involved in controlling the water horses. Also, for my own stupid curiosity since they talk about cross breeding the water horses with regular horses - what would such an offspring eat, would it eat grass and hay like a normal horse or meat like a water horse?

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Maci and Zoe's Review: Refreshing and exciting to read

Zoe's Review: I started this book as an audiobook on a trip to Las Vegas. But the miles ran out and there was still chapters left, so I transferred to reading it on my kindle.Read more

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I want to visit Thisby.

This book never gets old. NEVER. I cannot get enough of Thisby, Puck, Sean, Finn, Dove, or Cor. I love them all.Read more

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VERY GOOD BOOK!

While it has a slow beginning it picks up near the ending. VERY GOOD BOOK!!

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Left with wanting more.

Loved the story concept, and of course the charters, as with all the Maggie Stiefvater's books I've read. They're just so real and down to earth, most of them anyway.Read more

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A truly gripping story...

When I first heard the concept of this story, I was deeply intrigued. At first glance, I thought it was just a trashy romance novel with horses tossed in.Read more

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Amazing Book!!!

Based on the synopsis, I wasn't sure what to expect apart from a book about aggressive horses who apparently swim to shore from the sea.Read more

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I drank every word deeply and savored it

It's rare to read a book where not only the narrative and character development are so rich but the actual writing itself -- the words and sentences and syntax -- are so grand...Read more

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