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Girl Giant and the Jade War

Girl Giant and the Jade War

Published in
2021
4.24
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Description

In this sequel to 'Girl Giant and the Monkey King,' Thom Ngoh embarks on an adventure across the Heavens with her dragon friend Kha to prevent a war waged by the Monkey King. After being deceived by the Monkey King, who tricked her into releasing him from his 500-year prison and stealing from the Heavens, Thom is determined to rectify her mistakes and save the Jade Emperor from destruction. The journey is filled with challenges, and the price for help may be more than Thom is willing to pay. This middle-grade fantasy series is rich with humor, magic, and heart, appealing to fans of Roshani Chokshi and Sayantani DasGupta.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
320 pages
Book in series
#2

Why to read

  • Empowering portrayal of a young girl with extraordinary abilities
  • Diverse characters and exploration of cultural identity
  • Exciting blend of modern superhero themes with traditional mythology
  • Strong themes of friendship and family