After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. QUANTITY:-+ OUR PRICE: 16.99. So if your on the fence, get off it and get it for your kids! I knew the book had potential to be a good one seeing as it's part of the Rick Riordan presents series, and I was not disappointed. There should be more of these books out there for minorities to identify with themselves & can dream big. Rebecca, a graduate of Yale, is a lawyer by day who … I know I did. So imagine my happiness level when a character in this book is an actual horned toad who is helping our hero along in her story. Most cultures respect such love. To see what your friends thought of this book. What fun! Nizhoni knows he's a threat, but her father won't believe her. I really loved this book and I hope the author makes a sequel. Hardcover Book 16.99 Add to Cart. It really bumped this boo. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. YES please!!! Main Race to the Sun. Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2020. But I still enjoyed this novel a lot! Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Main characer Nizhoni, a 7th grader who wants to be special, finds herself able to sense monsters — a gift which becomes crucial when her father goes missing. Please try your request again later. This item does not qualify for OUR member pricing Item is on backorder and will ship when available. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. I know it's fictional, but this book had some great facts. I freaking loved them and I am not a lizard girl at all. God I love the Rick Riordan Presents series to infinity and beyond. ", the siblings and Nizhoni's best friend, Davery, are thrust into a rescue mission that can only be accomplished with the help of. Rebecca Roanhorse (www.RebeccaRoanhorse.com) is a black/indigenous (Ohkay Owingeh) writer of speculative fiction, including two adult books in the Sixth World series, Trail of Lightning and Storm of Locusts, and a Nebula and Hugo-winning short story, "Welcome to Your Authentic Indian Experience." Try Prime Hello, Sign in Account & Lists Sign in Account & Lists Returns & Orders Try Prime Basket. While I can't speak to the representation of Navajo beliefs as depicted in the story, I am so grateful for Rebecca Roanhorse's #ownvoices story featuring a Native protagonist in a thrilling fantasy, something that's far too absent in children's literature! I loved the journey that Z went through and the struggles and perseverance she showed. Every time I see or hear about one nowadays, I get so happy. Well written. Excellent work. I think it won't take so long for a cover. His world is about to crumble in 3 days. I learned a lot in this book. Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2020. I consider really more of a 3.5/4 star title but because I’m irritated by those who are racist and claiming only the pure Dine should write such a story, I’m giving it 5 stars. Readers will fall in love with monsters layer Nizhoni Begay. Lately, seventh grader Nizhoni Begay has been able to detect monsters, like that man in the fancy suit who was in the bleachers at her basketball game. Save to Wishlist | Share. Nizhoni knows he's a threat. Previous page of related Sponsored Products. Join twins Oliver, Jess, and all their super hero friends on a mission to destroy the power-hungry, evil villains of Vork in this middle grade series. All around, I love Roanhors, What a warm hug of a book! Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2020. See all 5 questions about Race to the Sun…, Michelle Kenneth - PerfectionistWannabe.com, Meet the Epic and Awesome Authors of Fall's Big Fantasy Novels. Chapter book series for ages 8-14. This story was creative and entertaining, and I enjoyed learning about legends I hadn't heard of before. Race to the Sun Teachers call it their "favorite read-aloud book of the year." Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Race to the Sun is her middle grade debut. She was so amazed by it she talked another friend into reading the book as well. This is the kind of middle grade fantasy I love- imaginative world building, solid characters with age appropriate motivations, lots of emphasis on relationships with family and friends, and a quick, action packed plot. Unable to add item to List. Young Adult readers will delight in joining Nizhoni, a young Navajo girl who is the latest descendent of a long line of monster slayers, as she is thrust on a quest to rescue her father from an gas-fracking monster. Um the Hero Twins?!? Great listen/read! Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. We’d love your help. Is this book going to be a series or a stand-alone novel? SEQUEL, SEQUEL, SEQUEL! If you love the fantasy genre, this is the season for you! Both grand children loved this book age 10-12. What a fun adventure! And along the way she might just find love and forgiveness towards her mother, who left when Nizhoni was very young. In brief: Nizhoni can see monsters. [Also, yes, the scene at the end with the entire family made me tear up, but it's all good now, thank u for asking!! Every time I see or hear about one nowadays, I get so happy. ;) ). Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky (Tristan Strong, 1), Sal and Gabi Fix the Universe (A Sal and Gabi Novel, Book 2) (A Sal and Gabi Novel, 2), The Shadow Crosser (A Storm Runner Novel, Book 3) (Storm Runner, 3). Riordan Presents books have just been so good. I haven't read it myself, but when I donated it to our local Middle School, the librarian was VERY excited, having read the reviews.