The Chupacabras of the Río Grande

Name: The Chupacabras of the Río Grande
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780735231818
Price: 34.0 NZD
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By David Bowles and Adam Gidwitz

Series: The Unicorn Rescue Society

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Summary

The Chupacabras of the Río Grande is an adventurous tale where cousins Elliot and Uchenna, along with their mentor Professor Fauna, journey to Texas. Their mission is to protect a legendary creature, the Chupacabra, from those who want to capture it. Set against the backdrop of mythical creatures and cultural folklore, the story weaves in themes of friendship, bravery, and the importance of standing up for what's right.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy thrilling adventures with a mix of folklore and mystery. Featuring captivating characters and an engaging plot, it's perfect for young readers who love tales of mythical creatures and exciting quests.

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The fourth adventure of the Unicorn Rescue Society, co-authored by Pura Belpre Honor-winning author David Bowles, comes to paperback, featuring fun and lively cover art and a new bonus story continuing the adventure of The Secret Order of the Unicorn.

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Pura Belpré Honor-winning author David Bowles joins Newbery Honor-winning Adam Gidwitz as co-author of the newest Unicorn Rescue Society adventure, as the kids travel to the U.S.-Mexican border to help the legendary chupacabras.

Includes an exclusive bonus story about the medieval Secret Order of the Unicorn!

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Chupacabras of the Río Grande by David Bowles and Adam Gidwitz is a part of the Unicorn Rescue Society series, which has been praised for its blend of humour and educational content. Reviews highlight its engaging narrative that combines factual elements with puns, making learning enjoyable. It is described as an entertaining story with appealing characters, catering to young readers seeking both fun and knowledge.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780735231818

Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 January 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Puffin

Contributors:

Illustrated by Hatem Aly

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 262g

Pages: 224

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Adam Gidwitz Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational David Bowles Penguin Books Series: The Unicorn Rescue Society

About the Author

Adam Gidwitz is the author of the critically acclaimed, New York Times bestselling Grimm trilogy. He spent six years researching and writing his Newbery Honor-winning The Inquisitor's Tale, including a year living in Europe. Adam lives with his family in Brooklyn, NY. Find Adam online at adamgidwitz.com or @AdamGidwitz. Hatem Aly is an Egyptian-born illustrator whose work has been featured on television and in multiple publications worldwide. He currently lives in New Brunswick, Canada, with his wife, son, and more pets than people. Find him online at metahatem.com or @metahatem.

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