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Ariel, Zed and the Secret of Life

by Anna Fienberg

Book Details

Publisher:Allen & Unwin
Published:2000
Pages:186
Format:BOOK
Language:en
ISBN:9781865082639

Reading Info

About This Book

An exuberantly imaginative fantasy from Anna Fienberg about two reluctant friends who travel to the Island - a magical, mysterious place where they discover that fresh possibilities spring from dangerous adventures.

Our Review

This exuberant fantasy follows two initially reluctant companions, Ariel and Zed, as they are swept away to a mysterious, magical island. The journey they undertake is far from a simple vacation, plunging them into dangerous adventures that test their courage and burgeoning friendship. Fienberg’s world-building is vividly imaginative, creating a landscape where the impossible feels tangible and every corner holds a new secret waiting to be unraveled.

What makes this quest narrative so compelling is its profound exploration of how confronting peril can unlock fresh possibilities within ourselves. The dynamic between the cautious and the bold protagonists will resonate with any reader who has ever felt unsure of their own strength. This is a story that champions the idea that the greatest discoveries often lie on the other side of fear, making it a deeply rewarding read for anyone seeking a tale of magic, mystery, and personal transformation.

Themes

Fiction

Subjects

Fiction