The Silver Anklet - Tara Trilogy 2
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Ages: 8-11
When hyenas abduct her brother Suraj, Tara plunges into a deadly game of cat and mouse with her vengeful enemy, Zarku. As the clock ticks, she must choose: sacrifice her friends to save her brother or harness the power of a mysterious anklet to confront Zarku’s dark magic.
In a race against time, will Tara find the strength to outwit her nemesis, or will her choices lead to their doom?
The Tara Trilogy is a spellbinding middle-grade fantasy adventure steeped in the rich tapestry of Indian mythology, culture, and folklore. When an evil healer, Zarku, threatens to destroy everything she holds dear, young Tara must summon every ounce of courage, resilience, and determination to stop him. With danger lurking at every turn, she embarks on an epic journey to protect her loved ones and uncover the hidden strength within herself. A story of bravery, heart, and the timeless fight between good and evil, this trilogy will captivate readers and transport them to a world filled with magic and wonder.
Reviews
"Mahtab Narsimhan is a mystical and captivating new voice in Canadian childrens literature. The Silver Anklet is a well-crafted adventure that is highly recommended for readers aged 10-13"
"The Third Eye, the first volume of the trilogy, was winner of the 2009 Silver Birch Award, and this sequel lives up to readers' expectations. Young adults will savor the action and adventure on every page while teachers and librarians will see the book as a valuable addition to any study of world literatures and cultures."
"This beautifully written and lyrical book brings various figures in Indian mythology to life in a compelling story about family, love, courage and determination. Tara is a wonderful heroine exemplifying the strength of the human spirit to overcome adversity."
