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Across the Risen Sea

Across the Risen Sea

Published in
2020
3.87
on Goodreads (251)

Description

Neoma and Jag and their small community are 'living gentle lives' on high ground surrounded by the risen sea. When strangers from the Valley of the Sun arrive unannounced, the two friends find themselves drawn into a web of secrecy and lies that endangers their whole way of life. Soon daring, loyal, Neoma must set off on a solo mission across the risen sea, determined to rescue her best friend and find the truth that will save their village. In a post climate change affected world, this adventure with sinkholes, crocodiles, sharks, pirates, floating cities, vertical farms and a mystery to solve poses the question of how we will all live 'afterwards'. Will kindness and a sense of community win over selfish greed to preserve our planet - and humanity?
Age
9-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
123 pages

Why to read

  • Explores themes of environmentalism and community
  • Features a strong, adventurous female protagonist
  • Provokes thought about the impact of technology on society
  • Offers a gripping tale of survival and bravery