PublishedRandom Children's, July 2017 |
ISBN9780143783435 |
FormatSoftcover, 336 pages |
Dimensions19.7cm × 12.8cm × 3cm |
Incredibly exciting adventure on the high seas, filled with deadly creatures, impossible tasks, dangerous quests, nailbiting battles . . . and two friends determined to make their way in the world.
Lintang dreams of having adventures on the high seas.
When a deadly mythie attacks the same day the infamous Captain Shafira visits her island, Lintang gets her chance, defending her village with a bravery that earns her a place on the pirate queen's ship.
But they've barely left the island when Lintang discovers her best friend, Bayani, has stowed away. Telling Captain Shafira means betraying her friend, but keeping Bayani's secret risks everything . . . including their lives.
'A wonderful book with deliciously unexpected twists and turns, and the best pirate queen ever!' Lian Tanner, bestselling author of THE KEEPERS
'Combine a pirate adventure of mythic proportions, a uniquely charming cast of characters, and a vivid new fantasy world and you get Lintang and the Pirate Queen. Magical, inventive, and positively unforgettable.' Marissa Meyer, #1 New York Times bestselling author of THE LUNAR CHRONICLES
'Tamara Moss has created a rich and diverse world full of memorable characters and magical creatures. A delight to read.' Claire Fayers, author of THE ACCIDENTAL PIRATES
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This is my favorite book for 2017. I am so excited about it and I've been dying to rave about what an awesome novel it is. Aimed at primary-middle readers Lintang and the Pirate Queen is an adventure for all ages. The characters are bold and well moulded, the village lore and culture rich and diverse. Book one in a series of five, Tamara Moss really makes me feel like I'm part of the adventure and when I wasn't reading it, I was thinking about it, breaking it down until I picked it up again and the exciting plot kept me wanting more.
Lintang is a young girl who lives with her mother, father and little brother on a remote island guarded by the sea guardian Nyasamdra. When the renowned pirate queen Captain Shafira lands on her shores, Lintang is chosen for a great adventure. This book reminds me of Emily Rodda and also hints of The Spiderwick Chronicles with its well created mythie encyclopedia. I recommend this to readers who enjoy a swashbuckling adventure, a strong female lead (but boys will totally love this too) and a quality writing with integrity, imagination and beauty. Although aimed at primary aged kids I thoroughly loved it and think a lot of adults and YA readers will enjoy this as well.
