Book details
Island Whispers
Description
Something ancient is stirring on the island...and it's out for blood. Good and bad live side by side on this mystical island. But the peace is threatened when the powerful Elder wages a battle to return the island to his kind. Faced with the loss of their home, an angel, vampire, demon, and merperson must set aside ancient rivalries and fight the evil that threatens their very existence.When Angelica gains a new partner--her pegasus, Swift--she learns that the angels have been keeping a secret. Grant must learn to protect his family when the blood well runs dry and to rekindle his vampiric instincts, suppressed for years.When Monica escapes her family's cave, she's tested and prevails in a way that only demons can--with fire and an iron will. Adam, cursed and separated from other merpeople for years, must transform his curse into a gift and find his bravery.The magic of the island pits friends against friends and makes lovers out of enemies in this mystical tale of family, friendship, and love. In the center of it all, an ancient tablet holds the key to peace--or war--among the island's strange inhabitants.
Age
13-18
Text complexity
beginner
Length
322 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Plot: The story provides a thrilling adventure on a remote island filled with secrets and unexpected twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats.
- Vivid World-Building: Megan Wong creates a richly detailed setting that immerses readers in the unique atmosphere of the island, making it feel like a character in its own right.
- Complex Characters: The book features well-developed characters with intricate backstories and motivations, allowing readers to form deep connections with them.
- Themes of Survival and Discovery: 'Island Whispers' explores compelling themes such as the struggle for survival in a hostile environment and the quest for self-discovery, resonating with a wide audience.