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Children of the Quicksands

Name: Children of the Quicksands
ISBN: 9781913322366

By Efua Traore

Simi’s boring village visit plunges her into a secret world when children start vanishing.

captivating · mysterious · adventurous

Genres

Fantasy Adventure Mystery

What is Children of the Quicksands about?

Thirteen-year-old Simi is sent from bustling Lagos to stay with her mysterious grandmother in a remote Nigerian village. With no modern conveniences and a family history shrouded in secrecy, Simi's curiosity leads her to a forbidden lake. There, she sinks into red quicksand and discovers a hidden world beneath. As children begin to disappear, Simi embarks on a magical adventure to uncover the truth and reunite her family.

About the author

Efua Traore is a talented author who grew up in Nigeria and now lives in Germany. She loves writing magical adventure stories inspired by her childhood. Her popular book, 'Children of the Quicksands', takes readers on an exciting journey through Nigerian myths and mysteries. Efua’s stories encourage curiosity, bravery, and friendship.

Pages

288 pages

This edition

2021

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