The Secret Zoo: Secrets and Shadows by Bryan Chick

The Secret Zoo: Secrets and Shadows

Bryan Chick

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

About this book

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 Stories68%
Magic & Fantasy47%
Mysteries & Detective Stories43%

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