Michael Vey

The Prisoner of Cell 25

For Ages: 12 and up

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The start of an action-packed teen series from #1 New York Times bestselling author Richard Paul Evans.

To everyone at Meridian High School, fourteen-year-old Michael Vey is nothing special, just the kid who has Tourette’s syndrome. But in truth, Michael is extremely special—he has electric powers. Michael thinks he is unique until he discovers that a cheerleader named Taylor has the same mysterious powers. With the help of Michael’s friend, Ostin, the three of them set out to discover how Michael and Taylor ended up with their abilities, and their investigation soon brings them to the attention of a powerful group who wants to control the electric teens—and through them, the world.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Richard Paul Evans introduces a character whose risk-filled exploration marks the beginning of a riveting new series. With only his powers, his wits, and his friends to protect him, Michael will need all his strength to survive….

Michael Vey is the first title in Glenn Beck’s Mercury Ink publishing program.

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336 pages |
ISBN 9781442468122 |
July 2012 |
Grades 7 and up

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“Michael Vey: The Prisoner of Cell 25 by Richard Paul Evans Reviewed by John M. Wills | Released: August 9, 2011 Publisher: Simon Pulse (336 pages). . . my 13-year-old grandson picked it up and began reading the first chapter... ”

– he’s electric. Although his mother has known this about her son for some time, Michael is just now discovering his abnormal abilities can be used to his advantage.

As the story develops, Mr. Evans creates moral dilemmas that Michael and h

“5Q 4P M J Evans, Richard Paul. Michael Vey: The Prisoner of Cell-25. Simon Pulse, 2011. 336p. $17.99. 978-1-4516-5650-3. Ninth grade can be brutal, especially if you are an undersized boy dealing with Tourette’s syndrome.... ”

“Evans, Richard Paul Michael Vey: The Prisoner of Cell 25 2011. 336pp. $17.99 hc. Simon Pulse (Simon & Schuster). 978-1-4516-5650-3. Grade 7 & up Like Richard Evans’ adult novels, this title has a message of hope... ”

“Michael Vey: Prisoner of Cell 25, by Richard Paul Evans, is one of those books that you’d better give yourself time to read because once you begin, you won’t stop! Michael Vey goes to high school in Idaho where... ”

“EVANS, Richard Paul. Michael Vey: The Prisoner of Cell 25. 336p. S & S/Pulse/Mercury Ink. 2011. Tr $17.99. ISBN 978-1-4516-6183-5; ebook $9.99. ISBN 978-1-4516-5822-4. LC number unavailable. Gr 5-9--Michael Vey, 14, has... ”

– Jake Pettit, Thompson Valley High School, Loveland, CO
SLJ, November 2011

“Evans (The Christmas Box) enters the YA market with this fast-paced... tale of a teenager with superpowers and the conspiracy that created him... Evans delivers a pair of believable lead characters”

– Taylor has wits and personal integrity, while Michael's Tourette's syndrome, coupled with an emotional jolt from his past, adds dimension."

-Publishers Weekly, August, 2011

“My kind of book”

– fast, funny, and strange. Once Michael's astounding powers are revealed, the shocks keep coming chapter after chapter."

- R.L. Stine, #1 bestselling author of Goosebumps

“Michael Vey is one of the most original thrillers I've come across in years. It's rare that a book can appeal to a young adult just as much as their parents-but Evans has pulled it off. - Vince Flynn, #1 New York Times bestselling... ”

“Michael Vey is fantastic. I simply couldn't put it down. I believe Michael Vey is every bit as good as Twilight or Harry Potter. - Glenn Beck, #1 bestselling author, media personality”

“Michael Vey: The Prisoner of Cell 25 by Richard Paul Evans is a fantastic read…because of the realistic writing, the likable characters, and a plot that guarantees non-stop action from almost the first page…Any teen... ”

– Chicago Examiner.com

“Young super hero fans will enjoy this new release...With mystery, suspense, and plenty of thrills -- Michael Vey is highly entertaining. With more psychological excitement than action, the intensity builds to a climatic ending with... ”

– SciFiChick.com

“A fast paced, entertaining read with an engrossing storyline and well developed characters…I think [Michael Vey] is going to be a fabulous new series by Richard Paul Evans. It’s exciting, full of action, snark, unique... ”

– Mundie Moms

“Michael Vey is electrifyingly awesome. This new series …will thrill, shock, amaze and entertain male and female readers of all ages…I loved this book and can’t wait for the sequel, RISE OF THE ELGEN, which... ”

– Teenreads.com

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Read an Excerpt

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Chopsticks and Spiders

“Have you found the last two?” The voice on the phone was angry and coarse, like the sound of car tires over broken glass.

“Not yet,” the well-dressed man on the other end of the phone replied. “Not yet. But we believe we’re close—and they still don’t know that we’re hunting them.”

“You believe you’re close?”

“They’re two children among a billion—finding them is like finding a lost chopstick in China.”

“Is that what you want me to tell the...

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Discussion Questions for

Michael Vey: The Prisoner of Cell 25

By Richard Paul Evans

1. Based on the book cover and the book title, what do you think this book will be about?

2. What do you think is so special about Michael Vey?

3. Who do you think the prisoner is going to be?

4. Based on the prologue, how do you think the book will end?

5. Do you think Michael is capable of abusing his special powers? Why? Explain

6. Realistically, other than moving, what other alternatives does Michael have to keep his powers a secret?

7. Do you think Michael can trust Taylor? Why? Explain

8. Why do you think the evil man called his co-hort Zeus?

9. Why do you think the evil gang took Michael’s mom and Taylor?

10. What has happened to Taylor at the beginning of Chapter 18?

11. What is Nichelle’s role in the book? Why does the author have someone like Nichelle in the book?

12. What does Michael have that reminds him of his mom and brings back memories that are painful to remember?

13. If you had a special power, what would that power be? How would you use it? Do you think you would be tempted to use it for the wrong reasons?

14. Michael is bullied by some bigger boys. If a friend confided in you that he was being bullied, what would you advise him to do?

15. What do you think motivates someone to bully someone else? Do you think fear might be part of it? W see more

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Richard Paul Evans on MICHAEL VEY: The Prisoner of Cell 25

Richard Paul Evans discusses his bestselling YA novel, MICHAEL VEY. Find out the authors personal connection with the main character, a young boy with Tourette's syndrome. And learn about the tremendous feedback Evans received from local middle sc...