Description
Discover the captivating tale of Aissa in this award-winning children's fiction novel. With 400 pages of rich storytelling, this enthralling book transports readers to a mythic Bronze Age world filled with courage and resilience. After a tragic past, Aissa, known as the 'cursed child', embarks on an extraordinary journey that explores themes of identity, survival, and destiny. From a life of slavery to a daring escape, Aissa faces the daunting challenge of the Bull King's tribute—a perilous test that no one has ever survived. Filled with heart and adventure, this book invites young readers to delve into a story of hope and bravery. Perfect for ages 10 and up, it's a great addition to any child's bookshelf or for those looking to explore beautifully crafted narratives about overcoming adversity. This book is not only a winner of the prestigious 2017 Prime Minister's Literary Award and the 2018 Adelaide Festival Awards for Literature, but it also received an Honour Book distinction from the CBCA Book of the Year awards in 2017. Get ready to inspire young minds with this must-read title by Wendy Orr, where every page resonates with the lessons of resilience and the power of self-discovery. Order today for fast shipping and dive into the adventure that is sure to enchant and empower your child!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760290023
Year: 2016
Publisher: A&U Children's
Pages: 400
Description:
WINNER: 2017 Prime Minister's Literary Award, Children's Fiction
WINNER: 2018 Adelaide Festival Awards for Literature, Children's Literature
HONOUR BOOK: CBCA Book of the Year, Younger Readers, 2017
There are two ways of looking at Aissa's story. She's the miracle girl who escaped the raiders. Or she's the cursed child who called the Bull King's ship to the island.
The firstborn daughter of a priestess is cast out as a baby, and after raiders kill her adopted family, she is abandoned at the gates of the Great Hall, anonymous and mute. Called No-Name, the cursed child, she is raised a slave, and not until she is twelve does she learn her name is Aissa: the dragonfly.
Now every year the Bull King takes a tribute from the island: two thirteen-year-old children to brave the bloody bull dances in his royal court. None have ever returned - but for Aissa it is the only escape.
Aissa is resilient, resourceful, and fast - but to survive the bull ring, she will have to learn the mystery of her true nature.
A riveting, mythic Bronze Age adventure from award-winning author Wendy Orr.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760290023
Year: 2016
Publisher: A&U Children's
Pages: 400
Description:
WINNER: 2017 Prime Minister's Literary Award, Children's Fiction
WINNER: 2018 Adelaide Festival Awards for Literature, Children's Literature
HONOUR BOOK: CBCA Book of the Year, Younger Readers, 2017
There are two ways of looking at Aissa's story. She's the miracle girl who escaped the raiders. Or she's the cursed child who called the Bull King's ship to the island.
The firstborn daughter of a priestess is cast out as a baby, and after raiders kill her adopted family, she is abandoned at the gates of the Great Hall, anonymous and mute. Called No-Name, the cursed child, she is raised a slave, and not until she is twelve does she learn her name is Aissa: the dragonfly.
Now every year the Bull King takes a tribute from the island: two thirteen-year-old children to brave the bloody bull dances in his royal court. None have ever returned - but for Aissa it is the only escape.
Aissa is resilient, resourceful, and fast - but to survive the bull ring, she will have to learn the mystery of her true nature.
A riveting, mythic Bronze Age adventure from award-winning author Wendy Orr.