Children of the Quicksands
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Age Range: 9 – 12 years
In a remote Nigerian village, thirteen-year-old Simi is desperate to uncover a family secret …
‘A joy of a book: rich, warm, powerful storytelling’ – Katherine Rundell
‘A thrilling adventure bright with the gorgeous colours of Nigeria – glorious! – Jasbinder Bilan
‘A magical adventure in a beautiful setting’ – Sophie Anderson
‘[A] beautifully evoked story’ – The Telegraph
Simi is sent to stay with her grandmother in a remote village deep in the forests of Nigeria. Witch-like and tight-lipped about the past, her grandmother hints at a tragic family secret – but won’t tell Simi the truth. Simi is desperate to discover it for herself, but it’s only when she’s caught in the red quicksand of a forbidden lake that her adventure truly begins. Along with new friends, Jay and Bubu, Simi must bring her family back together and restore peace to the village.
- A richly imagined magical fantasy adventure set in West Africa by a prize-winning new voice in children’s writing.
- Introduces readers to Yoruba myths and legends whilst showcasing the wealth of culture, traditions, adventure, fun, joy, celebrations, music, pride and love found in Nigeria.
- Beautifully explores themes of grief and belonging.
- Efua Traoré is the winner of the Commonwealth Short Story Prize 2018.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
|---|---|
| ISBN | 978-978-991-457-9 |
| Pages | 260 |
| Year Published | 2022 |
| Format | Paperback |
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