Nim's Island
By Wendy Orr
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Synopsis
Nim lives on a secluded island with her scientist father, Jack, and her animal companions: Fred the iguana, Selkie the sea lion, and Chica the turtle. When Jack embarks on a short research trip and fails to return, Nim faces challenges alone. She turns to her email friend, adventure novelist Alex Rover, for help. Together, they confront natural disasters and personal fears, discovering the true meaning of courage and friendship.
About the author
Wendy Orr is an award-winning author from Australia who loves writing exciting stories for children. One of her most famous books is 'Nim's Island', which has been made into a film. Wendy enjoys creating adventurous characters and magical worlds that readers can explore. She hopes her stories inspire children to use their imagination.
Pages
128 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
Published
2008
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