The Messenger, third out of four books in a series by Lois Lowry, focuses on a boy named Matty in a community that is made up of people who have migrated from other (usually awful) communities.
Well, that was how the community was built, but lately people have wanted to close their borders so as not to allow anyone new to arrive. They're tired of being so nice - their wording, basically.
These people used to be the kindest ever. Matty wonders why they're suddenly behaving so selfishly. Along with the sudden change in attitude is a sudden new tradition: trading.
I'm not talking about the kind of trading where I say I'll give you my dog or some food or money for your cat or food or books.
I'm talking about the kind of trading where there's a third party involved, and all trades go through him. I'm talking about the kind of trading where I would ask him for beauty or fame or health. The kind of trading where I would offer up my honesty or love or youth for what I wanted.
That kind of power is what Matty must bring down, teaming up with Jonas and Kira in the process.
What is Matty's gift?
You'll find out soon enough if you pick up the book yourself. For now, let me just say that it is more than Jonas's or Kira's gift. But sadly, it also comes at a higher price.
Much higher.
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