Viral Downfall
Will be published approx. on 15. April 2027
Book
Paperback/Softback
88 pages
978-1-77492-199-9 (ISBN)
Description
In the explosive fourth and final volume of The Reckoner Rises series from bestselling author David A. Robertson, Mihko is coming to destroy Wounded Sky. Cole, Eva, and their friends are the last line of defense.
After years fending off Mihko's attempts to destroy them, Cole, Eva, and their allies are ready to take the fight to Mihko's headquarters in Winnipeg. Now that Pam has unlocked the power to teleport, Lauren has gained Jayne's ability to control fire, and Brady has recovered from his time in Mihko's lab, their odds are better than ever.
Xavier has one last surprise in store for Cole: a monster locked in Mihko's cells, a deadly enemy from Cole's past. He remembers Cole. He's been waiting for his chance to get revenge. He's hungry for it. And now he's coming not just for Cole, but for all of them.
With their community, their loved ones, and the monstrous results of Mihko's experiments at risk, Cole and Eva must face the impossible. Can they defeat Mihko's army? Can they save those who were experimented on? Or will they have to decide between survival and sacrificing everything they've fought for?
After years fending off Mihko's attempts to destroy them, Cole, Eva, and their allies are ready to take the fight to Mihko's headquarters in Winnipeg. Now that Pam has unlocked the power to teleport, Lauren has gained Jayne's ability to control fire, and Brady has recovered from his time in Mihko's lab, their odds are better than ever.
Xavier has one last surprise in store for Cole: a monster locked in Mihko's cells, a deadly enemy from Cole's past. He remembers Cole. He's been waiting for his chance to get revenge. He's hungry for it. And now he's coming not just for Cole, but for all of them.
With their community, their loved ones, and the monstrous results of Mihko's experiments at risk, Cole and Eva must face the impossible. Can they defeat Mihko's army? Can they save those who were experimented on? Or will they have to decide between survival and sacrificing everything they've fought for?
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Canada
Target group
Young adult
US School Grade: From Tenth Grade to Twelfth Grade, Interest Age: From 15 to 18 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
Illustrations, color
Dimensions
Height: 165 mm
Width: 254 mm
Thickness: 5 mm
Weight
240 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-77492-199-9 (9781774921999)
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David A. Robertson (he/him/his) is a two-time winner of the Governor General's Literary Award, and recipient of the TD Canadian Children's Literature Award and the Writer's Union of Canada Freedom to Read Award. Among many other accolades for his work as a writer for children and adults, in 2026 David was nominated for the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen Award. He has also received recognition for podcasting, public speaking, and social advocacy, including being honoured with a Doctor of Letters by the University of Manitoba in 2023 and a Doctor of Laws by the University of Lethbridge in 2025 for his outstanding contributions to the arts and society. David is a member of Norway House Cree Nation and lives in Winnipeg.
Scott B. Henderson (he/him) is a freelance illustrator, whose reputation for cultural sensitivity and an openness to listen and learn has garnered a large body of work in collaboration with Indigenous and LGBTQIA+ communities. His work spans several critically acclaimed graphic novels, including 7 Generations: A Plains Cree Saga (Indigenous history & Residential Schools); A Girl Called Echo series (Metis history); A Blanket of Butterflies (2016 Eisner Nomination); a short story in Marvel Voices: Pride #1 (2022); and the post-apocalypse graphic novel, Last Breeds (fall 2024). Scott is a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. He resides in Winnipeg with his partner.
Andrew Thomas (he/him/his) is a comic book artist and letterer from Brantford, Ontario. As an artist, Andrew has worked on a number of projects such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Star Trek Strange New Worlds, and Kevin Smith's Quick Stops. As a Letterer, Andrew has worked on over 200 publications for companies including Disney, Archie Comics, BOOM! Studios, Image, and Dark Horse Comics. Follow him on Instagram @thefatmanwholetters
Scott B. Henderson (he/him) is a freelance illustrator, whose reputation for cultural sensitivity and an openness to listen and learn has garnered a large body of work in collaboration with Indigenous and LGBTQIA+ communities. His work spans several critically acclaimed graphic novels, including 7 Generations: A Plains Cree Saga (Indigenous history & Residential Schools); A Girl Called Echo series (Metis history); A Blanket of Butterflies (2016 Eisner Nomination); a short story in Marvel Voices: Pride #1 (2022); and the post-apocalypse graphic novel, Last Breeds (fall 2024). Scott is a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. He resides in Winnipeg with his partner.
Andrew Thomas (he/him/his) is a comic book artist and letterer from Brantford, Ontario. As an artist, Andrew has worked on a number of projects such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Star Trek Strange New Worlds, and Kevin Smith's Quick Stops. As a Letterer, Andrew has worked on over 200 publications for companies including Disney, Archie Comics, BOOM! Studios, Image, and Dark Horse Comics. Follow him on Instagram @thefatmanwholetters