About the book
In this thrilling climbing adventure from bestselling author Roland Smith, summiting one of the most isolated mountains in the world may be the easiest thing Peak does.
After conquering the mountains in Afghanistan, Peak Marcello goes to Myanmar, a country that has been in the grips of a brutal military regime for more than fifty years, to visit Alessia.
When he’s invited to climb the remote Hkakabo Razi, Peak can’t pass up the opportunity. But getting to the mountain will involve a four-week trek through tropical rainforests rife with hazards—from venomous reptiles and leeches to corrupt police and military.
This thrilling teen climbing adventure is \"the perfect antidote for kids who think books are boring\" (Publishers Weekly starred review for Peak).
Roland Smith's Peak Marcello's Adventures are:
- Peak
- The Edge
- Ascent
- Descent
Editions of Ascent
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780358040644
- EBook
- ISBN 9781328830265
Read an Excerpt
In this thrilling climbing adventure from bestselling author Roland Smith, summiting one of the most isolated mountains in the world may be the easiest thing Peak does.
After conquering the mountains in Afghanistan, Peak Marcello goes to Myanmar, a country that has been in the grips of a brutal military regime for more than fifty years, to visit Alessia.
When he’s invited to climb the remote Hkakabo Razi, Peak can’t pass up the opportunity. But getting to the mountain will involve a four-week trek through tropical rainforests rife with hazards—from venomous reptiles and leeches to corrupt police and military.
This thrilling teen climbing adventure is \"the perfect antidote for kids who think books are boring\" (Publishers Weekly starred review for Peak).
Roland Smith's Peak Marcello's Adventures are:
- Peak
- The Edge
- Ascent
- Descent
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ascent about?
In this thrilling climbing adventure from bestselling author Roland Smith, summiting one of the most isolated mountains in the world may be the easiest thing Peak does.
After conquering the mountains in Afghanistan, Peak Marcello goes to Myanmar, a country that has been in the grips of a brutal military regime for more than fifty years, to visit Alessia.
When he’s invited to climb the remote Hkakabo Razi, Peak can’t pass up the opportunity. But getting to the mountain will involve a four-week trek through tropical rainforests rife with hazards—from venomous reptiles and leeches to corrupt police and military.
This thrilling teen climbing adventure is \"the perfect antidote for kids who think books are boring\" (Publishers Weekly starred review for Peak).
Roland Smith's Peak Marcello's Adventures are:
- Peak
- The Edge
- Ascent
- Descent
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Ascent?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Sports and outdoor recreation > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Camping and active outdoor pursuits
Where can I read a sample of Ascent?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780358040644
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Ascent?
Roland Smith
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Ascent is available as paperback(ISBN 9780358040644) and ebook(ISBN 9781328830265)
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