The first in a gripping young fantasy series from the author of THE HUNGER GAMES, re-issued with a striking newly-designed cover. When eleven-year-old Gregor falls through a grate in the laundry room of his apartment building, he hurtles into the dark Underland, where spiders, rats and giant cockroaches coexist uneasily with humans. This world is on the brink of war, and Gregor's arrival is no accident. But Gregor wants no part of it - until he realizes it's the only way to solve the mystery of his father's disappearance. Reluctantly, Gregor embarks on a dangerous adventure that will change both him and the Underland for ever.
Suzanne Collins
Suzanne Collins is an American author best known for her globally acclaimed The Hunger Games trilogy, a dystopian series that has sold over 100 million copies worldwide and inspired blockbuster film adaptations. Born on August 10, 1962, in Hartford, Connecticut, Collins began her career in children's television before turning to writing. Her works, including The Underland Chronicles series, are celebrated for their gripping narratives, complex characters, and exploration of themes like survival, sacrifice, and societal inequality. Collins remains a prominent voice in modern young adult literature.