In "Swamp" by Kathleen Duey, young readers are taken on an evocative journey through a wild and mysterious landscape. The story follows a girl named Mary who discovers the beauty and danger of the swamp near her home. As she navigates the challenges of her surroundings, she encounters various creatures and faces her fears, all while uncovering the secrets of the swamp and her own identity. With lyrical prose and vivid imagery, Duey captures the essence of nature, resilience, and the transition from childhood to self-discovery. The narrative is both enchanting and reflective, inviting readers to explore the depths of their own experiences. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Survival .

This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.

This book was published in 1999 by Perfection Learning .

Kathleen Duey has written more than forty books for children. The Unicorn's Secret is based on a dream she had when she was at school. She lives in southern California. Karen A. Bale grew up in southern California and graduated from the University California Riverside. She has written seventeen historical romances, including the successful seven-book Sweet Medicine's Prophecy series . She has done freelance work for several years, including helping to write two nonfiction books. Karen still resides in southern California, ten miles from the Pacific Ocean.