Kiki Kallira Breaks a Kingdom Synopsis
Kiki Kallira has always been a worrier. Did she lock the front door? Is there a terrible reason her mum is late? Recently her anxiety has been getting out of control, but one thing that has always soothed her is drawing. Kiki's sketchbook is full of fantastical doodles of the Hindu myths and legends her mother has told her since she was tiny.
One day, her sketchbook's calming effect is broken when her mythological characters begin springing to life and Kiki is pulled into the mystical world she drew. There, she discovers the band of rebel kids who protect the kingdom, as well as an ancient, monstrous god bent on total destruction. Kiki must overcome her fear and anxiety to save both worlds - the real and the imagined - from his wrath. But how can a girl armed with only a pencil defeat something so powerful?
About This Edition
| ISBN: |
9781444963441 |
| Publication date: |
8th July 2021 |
| Author: |
Sangu Mandanna |
| Publisher: |
Hodder Children's Books an imprint of Hachette Children's Group |
| Format: |
Paperback |
| Pagination: |
352 pages |
| Series: |
Kiki Kallira |
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Sangu Mandanna Press Reviews
A fast-paced, vivid and exciting adventure story with real heart, I couldn't stop reading! -- Robin Stevens, author of the Murder Most Unladylike series
I loved every minute of this magical adventure about imagination, art, beauty, and the power of fighting our own monsters. -- Stephanie Burgis, author of The Dragon with a Chocolate Heart
Mandanna's funny, fast-paced fantasy weaves elements from ancient Indian epics into an action packed modern plot featuring a smart, strong female protagonist in a story that is sure to appeal to middle grade readers. -- Padma Venkatraman, award-winning author of The Bridge Home
Sangu Mandanna brings the reader to magical Mysore, India through the eyes of young Kiki, a relatable character trying to save both herself and the fantasy world she finds herself in. Mandanna weaves the healing power of art and imagination into this unique and fascinating adventure! -- Veera Hiranandani, author of the Newbery Honor Book, The Night Diary
About Sangu Mandanna
Sangu Mandanna was four years old when an elephant chased her down a forest road and she decided to write her first story about it. Seventeen years and many, many manuscripts later, she signed her first book deal. She lives in Norwich, in the east of England, with her husband and kids. Kiki Kallira Breaks a Kingdom is her first middle-grade novel.
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