by Michael Ende
First published 1990
Orphan Jim Knopf lives on the tiny island of Lummerland with his best friend, train engineer Lukas. When their home becomes too crowded, the pair set sail on their locomotive engine, Emma, on a journey across a magical world. Their quest takes them to a towering mountain range, a forest of transparent trees, and the fearsome Dragontown, where they must outwit a nefarious ruler to rescue the kidnapped Princess of China. Along the way, Jim uncovers the mystery of his own origins, learning the true meaning of friendship, courage, and home.
Genres: adventure, coming-of-age, fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, quest
240 pages · Hardcover · Overlook Juvenile