The Murderer's Ape

By Jakob Wegelius

Book Overview

This may be the most charming book I've read all year. --The New York Times

I don't know when I last read a book with such pure and unalloyed pleasure. -Philip Pullman, internationally bestselling author of the His Dark Materials series

Winner of the Mildred L. Batchelder award, this is a captivating story about dark truths and heinous crimes as well as unexpected friendships, with detailed black-and-white illustrations throughout. Perfect for fans of Brian Selznick and mystery and detective stories.

Sally Jones is not only a loyal friend, she's an extraordinary individual. In overalls or in a maharaja's turban, this unique gorilla moves among humans without speaking but understanding everything. She and the Chief are devoted comrades who operate a cargo boat. A job they are offered pays big bucks, but the deal ends badly, and the Chief is falsely convicted of murder.

For Sally Jones this is the start of a harrowing quest for survival and to clear the Chief's name. Powerful forces are working against her, and they will do anything to protect their secrets.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1101931752
• ISBN13: 9781101931752
• Release Date: January 2017
• Publisher: Delacorte Press
• Length: 624 Pages
• Weight: 1.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 2.0" x 5.7" x 7.4"
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8