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Treasure in the Lake Paperback – September 7, 2021

by Jason Pamment (Author, Illustrator)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 64 ratings
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Grand adventures stories often begin where you least expect them…

Iris knows this because she’s read them all. However, as a thirteen-year-old stuck in the tiny town of Bugden, real adventure seems like a distant dream. But when Iris and her best friend, Sam, stumble upon an unusually dry river on the outskirts of town, they’re led to a discovery beyond anything Iris has ever read about: a hidden city and a forgotten tale of friendship.

In Jason Pamment's middle grade graphic novel debut, perfect for fans of Hilda and This Was Our Pact, can Iris and Sam uncover the truth in time to keep their own friendship afloat, or will history repeat itself and pull them apart forever?

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    8 - 12 years
  2. Print length
    208 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    3 - 7
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 0.5 x 8.5 inches
  6. Publisher
    HarperAlley
  7. Publication date
    September 7, 2021
  8. ISBN-10
    0063065177
  9. ISBN-13
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Gr 3-6-Childhood friends Iris's and Sam's interests have diverged now that they have reached middle school: Iris dreams of leaving their quaint town for archaeological adventures, while Sam is content with his life as is. When the local river suddenly goes dry, the kids happen upon a formerly submerged town downstream that had been abandoned years ago when a nearby dam threatened the villagers and was revealed only because of low waters. Adventures await these two friends, but soon an argument and rising waters put them in danger. Relying upon a Chibi style for the characters, debut author and illustrator Pamment has created an appealing town that seems inspired by the French countryside. Sharp-eyed readers will pick up on clues in various panels about the fantasy element in the second half of the story. Not everything is spelled out, but readers will gain a greater understanding through the illustrations. The palette is soft, with blues and purples dominating. Both Iris and Sam are white. VERDICT A strong story about friendship that incorporates fantasy and whimsy; fans of "Hilda" and Adventure Time will be charmed. A great addition to any middle school library collection.-Nancy McKay, Byron P.L., ILα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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This story is astonishing enough to leave people speechless. — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Hand this mesmerizing tale about hidden histories and friendship growth spurts to cautious and intrepid young explorers alike. — Horn Book Magazine

A strong story about friendship that incorporates fantasy and whimsy; fans of “Hilda” and Adventure Time will be charmed. A great addition to any middle school library collection. — School Library Journal

In this graphic novel debut, Australian animator Pamment showcases a sharp eye for architecture, natural settings, and dynamic compositions, allowing rectangular panels to expand, contract, and break form, crashing down or shattering into shards, in this fine-tuned puzzle.  — Publishers Weekly

Pamment’s art is intricate and generous, and he proves as sensitive to young readers’ urge for adventure and mystery as he does to the stakes of their friendships and emotional lives. — Booklist

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperAlley (September 7, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 208 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0063065177
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0063065178
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.5 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 64 ratings

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Jason is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Ember and the Island of Lost Creatures and Treasure in the Lake. Both books showcase his gorgeous artwork and talent for imaginative storytelling, transporting readers to vibrant and fascinating worlds filled with strange and wonderful characters. Outside of creating comics, Jason directs and designs for a variety of media, including award-winning animated films, children’s television shows, music videos, commercials and video games. He has contributed to the BAFTA-winning video game Florence and films such as the Oscar shortlisted The Cat Piano.

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Valiantlion
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book! Love the art style
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2022
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Wayne A McCoy
4.0 out of 5 stars Lila thinks Bugden is boring and then a mysterious town shows up
Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2023
‘Treasure in the Lake’ with story and art by Jason Pamment is a graphic novel for middle school age readers about a mysterious town that appears.

Bugden is a small town where not much seems to happen. The adults seem fine with it but Iris wants to get out of town and have adventures. Her friend Sam doesn’t understand this, but he’s a good friend. When the lake water level drops, exposing a forgotten town, it’s Iris’ chance to explore, but the mysteries may be costly for Iris and Sam if they are not careful.

I really liked this adventure story. The characters are great and so is the art. I think young readers will find this an engaging read.
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Paige G.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2021
Disclaimer: I received this book from the publisher. Thanks! All opinions are my own.

Book: Treasure in the Lake

Author: Jason Pamment

Book Series: Standalone

Rating: 5/5

Recommended For...: middle grade readers, graphic novel, action/adventure

Genre: MG Graphic Novel

Publication Date: September 7, 2021

Publisher: HarperAlley

Pages: 208

Recommended Age: 10+ (some scary moments, allusions to drowning)

Explanation of CWs: Some scenes contain lots of water and there's an assumption that a child almost or did drown.

Synopsis: Iris knows this because she’s read them all. However, as a thirteen-year-old stuck in the tiny town of Bugden, real adventure seems like a distant dream. But when Iris and her best friend, Sam, stumble upon an unusually dry river on the outskirts of town, they’re led to a discovery beyond anything Iris has ever read about: a hidden city and a forgotten tale of friendship.

In Jason Pamment's middle grade graphic novel debut, perfect for fans of Hilda and This Was Our Pact, can Iris and Sam uncover the truth in time to keep their own friendship afloat, or will history repeat itself and pull them apart forever?

Review: I really loved this graphic novel! It was absolutely adorable, the artwork was amazing, and I loved the story. I have always wanted to be an explorer and now I'm more inclined to be one after this book lol. I loved the character development, I loved the world building, and the writing was amazing.

The only thing I had issue with is that it took a second to catch up to speed with the characters. It was a little hard to figure out what was the motivation and why they felt it, but I caught on very fast.

Verdict: So cute!! Definitely recommend!
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BrittanyWilson
3.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful but confusing
Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2021
The illustrations on the cover are what drew me into this book. I enjoyed some of the slightly mysterious elements of the story but those same elements were also quite confusing in the end. I actually enjoyed the side characters the most I think, along with the illustrations.
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Lisa A
5.0 out of 5 stars Mesmerizing, fantastic story
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2021
Loved everything about this graphic novel.
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Julie DenOuden
4.0 out of 5 stars Graphic Novel with Stunning Illustrations
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2021
With thanks to NetGalley and HarperAlley for an early copy in return for an honest review.

The art in this graphic novel is simply gorgeous! I like the premise of the story and it's a great bonus for early middle grade readers that it's a quick read which can help them feel a reading win.

For my students, it has a bit less text than they are used to in a graphic novel so it will require more inferencing from the illustrations to understand the plot of the story.
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kelly barks
2.0 out of 5 stars Cartoon style not easy read.
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2022
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Didnt like the style
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Kory A Dordea
4.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2022
Gorgeous illustrations and an enchanting tale that both of my daughters really enjoyed! They said that they felt like they were immersed in the story.
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Alaura
5.0 out of 5 stars My 9 year old loved it
Reviewed in Canada on November 4, 2022
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She read it all day until she finished it. She likes reading but has found chapter books a bit daunting and is picky about which comics/graphic novels she will read based on layout and illustrations. But this had the perfect amount of adventure and intrigue for her. She hopes there will be a second one.
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