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Secrets Of Tamarind (2011)

by Nadia Aguiar(Favorite Author)

3.86 of 5 Votes: 3

ISBN

0312380305 (ISBN13: 9780312380304)

languge

English

genre

Fantasy

publisher

Feiwel & Friends

series

Tamarind

review 1: ARC won in a First Reads GiveawayThis is not quite a stand alone book. It makes multiple references to prior events in the first book so that you wonder what you've missed. As you continue to read you find that while it might be nice to know what happened previously it isn't really necessary to follow and enjoy this book.It's a fairly standard tale of a child straining at the yoke placed on them by a parental authority. They wish to break free and experience life without restraints. Once they are amidst the adventure comes the usual regret and a “careful what you wish for” feeling. What makes this different is the world that's created for these children to adventure in. It's not a Never Never Land or anything even remotely like it. It has a different kind of magic and ... morethat was a refreshing change.The story moves along at a good pace and sometimes things seem to be just a little too convenient but there are enough thrills to engage most young adults. There's little to no graphic violence so it's safe for younger teens as well. I don't think this book translates well for adults but would be a good one to read to your children.
review 2: BREAKING NEWS!!!I have found the secret to the Bermuda Triangle and the strange happenings in that area of the world. What many people don't realize or just can't imagine is that a whole island world is hiding just beyond the borders of the area called the Bermuda Triangle. It is the world of dreams and imagination, with wondrous creatures and people that you could only imagine. The adventures of Simon and his sisters Maya and Penny to defeat the evil 'red man' and his gang of thieves takes you to this marvelous place with all the excitement, mystery and fantasy that you could hope for. Their companion is a young man they call Helix, who is originally from Tamarind and believes himself to be alone in the world without his friends. This is a beautifully written story about friendship, family, coming of age and conservation of our natural resources. I think it has something for most people, and that children who are old enough to understand these concepts (probably 10 and up) would truly love to hear the story and would long to be able to with the kids on their adventures. Thank-you to Good-Reads for the chance to read this advanced readers copy. I truly did enjoy the adventure. less

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