Ten-year-old Kupe's world shatters when he learns that his little sister Cecelia has terminal cancer. Desperate for hope, he flees bustling Auckland for the wild New Zealand countryside, seeking wisdom from his grandfather Tipuna, whose wise voice and unforgettable stories keep ancient Maori traditions alive.
From the very first chapter, readers are hooked into this fast-paced and awesome story, where every page brings new tension, danger, and moments of wonder. Tipuna tells Kupe of the Ghost Tribe -- a legendary band of Maori whose wild, magical past may hold the key to surviving even the darkest fate. No one has seen the Ghost Tribe for over a century, but hope arrives when Tipuna gives Kupe a carved amulet, a relic tied to the mysterious band and found by a hunter who claims to have glimpsed shadowy figures in 18th-century garb deep in the haunted bush.
Armed with the amulet, his grandfather's old spear, and a battered flashlight, Kupe sets out alone into the shadowy forest, determined to find the Ghost Tribe and save his sister. But the forest is alive with danger. Eerie screeches, glowing eyes, and something massive stalking him through the trees test Kupe's courage. When Kupe is injured and plunged into blackness, the line blurs between myth and reality. Kupe must decide if he dares to face the unknown -- and if ancient magic can really save Cecelia in time.
The characters feel authentic -- their loyalty and bravery are unforgettable. This surprisingly likable adventure is a wild, fun ride through danger, legend, and love. It's Perfect for fans of adventure and heartfelt stories. This novel is one readers -- and their kids -- simply can't put down.

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• Literature & FictionUnited StatesNative American
• Literature & FictionIndigenous

• Publication Date: October 19, 2014
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• Print Length: 174 Pages
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