City of the Beasts
Published: 2021
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"City of the Beasts" by Isabel Allende follows the journey of a teenager named Alexander Cold, who travels to the Amazon rainforest with his mother to visit his ailing grandmother. During their expedition, they encounter the mythical beasts of the jungle and the indigenous people who protect them. As Alexander uncovers the mysteries of the jungle, he confronts themes of courage, friendship, and the clash between civilization and nature. The story blends adventure with magical realism, exploring the rich cultural heritage of the Amazon and the importance of preserving its wonders against the encroaching forces of modernity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book features in the following series: Memories Of the Eagle And the Jaguar, P. S. .
This book has been graded for interest at 12-17 years.
This book is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed. This book was published in 2021 by HarperCollins .
