"Reptiles" by Amanda O'Neill explores the intricate and often tumultuous relationships within a tight-knit community living near a remote swamp. At the center of the story is a young girl named Clara, who feels a deep connection to the natural world around her, particularly the reptiles that inhabit the swamp. As she grapples with the complexities of growing up, family secrets begin to surface, revealing the intertwined fates of her loved ones and the legends of the swamp. O'Neill weaves a tale of discovery, resilience, and the haunting beauty of the wilderness, highlighting the strong bond between humans and nature. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Curious Kids Guide .

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2002 by Kingfisher .

Amanda O'Neill has worked in education since 1976 and has been a freelance writer and editor since 1986. She has written books on a wide range of subjects, including many on the animal kingdom with titles such as I Wonder Why Snakes Shed Their Skin. Amanda lives in Leicestershire with her family, rescue cat Jess and a whole host of reptiles, bugs and other creatures.