
The Secret Zoo: Secrets and Shadows
HarperCollins · Paperback · August 23, 2011
Book two in this fast-paced and exciting series for middle grade fantasy, mystery, and animal buffs.
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- Who it’s for
- A brisk mix of middle-grade fantasy, mystery, and animal-centered adventure.
- Themes
- Defending a hidden zoo, Secret-society training
- Pacing
- Fast
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Book two in this fast-paced and exciting series for middle grade fantasy, mystery, and animal buffs. Noah and his friends thought they had seen it all during their first journey into the Secret Zoo—but it was only the beginning. Now they must train to become Crossers, members of a secret society who freely travel to the Secret Zoo and back, helping to defend its borders.
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But now that the monstrous sasquatches are on the loose and the evil Shadowist is plotting destruction, will Noah, Megan, Ella, and Richie have what it takes to survive? The author originally had the idea for The Secret Zoo when he was nine and wondered what would happen if zoo exhibits had secret doors that allowed kids to go inside—and the animals to come outside. He brings that sense of adventure and excitement to this story, making it a favorite for home and classroom reading along with such middle grade fantasy favorites as The One and Only Ivan.
Zoo-Bound Adventure
A brisk mix of middle-grade fantasy, mystery, and animal-centered adventure.
Come here for
- Secret doors, animal intrigue, and a hidden society
- A lively blend of fantasy danger and zoo wonder
Expect
- Fast-paced peril, with sasquatches on the loose
- A second Secret Zoo adventure for middle-grade readers
Where it sits
| Zoo Stories | 68% |
|---|---|
| Magic & Fantasy | 47% |
| Mysteries & Detective Stories | 43% |
Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.
Publisher categories
- Action & Adventure
- Survival Stories
- Zoo Stories
- Stepfamily Stories
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- Mysteries & Detective Stories
- Magic & Fantasy
- Friendship
- Runaway Stories
- Authors
- Bryan Chick
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Published
- August 23, 2011
- Format
- Paperback
- Theme
- Defending a hidden zoo · Secret-society training
- Reading lane
- Action & Adventure