Spanish Language-learner Illustrated Novel for levels 3/4 +

LAS APARIENCIAS ENGAÑAN & EL ESCAPE

LAS APARIENCIAS ENGAÑAN (4 novels)

This novel will give your students "mucho de qué hablar." From the web of lies that engulf the main characters, the spying neighbor with glowing eyes, the suspicious doctor, and "patient" in the basement, every page will get them closer to the truth. This novel will entertain, engage, and intrigue students from beginning to end!

Synopsis: We have all heard the old adage “If you play with fire, you'll get burned.” Well, some teenagers like to test the flames. Camilo is one of them. He has been masquerading as a model boyfriend. However, his act can only last so long. His mask starts to crack, his foundation crumbles, and the fire he has played with begins to burn. However, his secret is only the tip of the iceberg. Once inside the halls of his home, we discover a far greater mystery that has haunted the town for years. As the truth comes closing in, the pressure mounts and Camilo must decide his path. This compelling story attests to the timeless truth that things are never what they seem, or "Las apariencias engañan."

Structures: Preterit, Imperfect, some subjunctive

Themes: Relationships, Betrayal, Friendship, Family, Professions

EL ESCAPE (4 novels)

Can an obsession with technology, turn deadly? Well, these techy teens are about to find out. Federico and his friends have an insatiable desire to “capture” and “record” every memorable moment. However, not all memories are created equal, and these boys are about to discover this harsh reality. Against the advice of a town elder, these thrill-seeking “know-it-all” teenagers set out to film their usual pranks and upload them to Youtube...and they won’t get the last laugh. They stumble upon an incident that has the hashtag #danger, written all over it. Anxious to add to their video repertoire, they press record. Now they’ve become the ”victims” of a new crime thriller. There is no turning back. Federico and his friends must outsmart the bad guys, or get “deleted” forever.