Your Bookmark Here: Every Hidden Thing
Toronto based author, Kenneth Oppel’s newest book is sure to please old and new fans, alike! Set in 19th-century badlands, Oppel weaves together the story of Samuel Bolt, the son of renowned paleontologist Michael Bolt and Rachel Cartland, the daughter of Yale professor Frederick Cartland.
Samuel and Rachel first meet at a conference attended by their fathers. Immediately, the two notice each other and together they bond over paleontology and their hopes for the future. But when both fathers decide to follow the same lead to a dig site, the tension and rivalry between each family becomes overwhelming, creating difficulties for the duo’s budding relationship.
Kenneth Oppel captures the story of two determined star crossed lovers against the backdrop of the sand and rock of the badlands. All the while that Samuel and Rachel are falling in love, their fathers are busy competing to be the first to find the remains of the elusive “T-Rex.” Told from opposing viewpoints, the story takes a turn when Rachel and her father remove ancient relics from a burial site, putting both families in danger.
Although the novel sheds light on an interesting time in history, Every Hidden Thing is truly about two young lovers who together, are forced to make tough decisions in the face of their families and their futures. A novel layered with personal and historical discovery, it is sure to end up on more than a few best choice lists this year!
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