Mwikali and the Forbidden Mask by Shiko Nguru

Mwikali and the Forbidden Mask by Shiko Nguru – Children’s Book
A thrilling adventure story for older readers, Mwikali and the Forbidden Mask follows the discovery of 12 year old Mwikali’s Kenyan heritage and ancestral warrior powers. Can she defeat the dark magic of a village elder in time?
This fast-paced adventure story will keep older readers on the edge of their seats and is a great introduction to Kenyan culture and mythology. Mwikali and the Forbidden Mask is author Shiko Nguru debut book, and it has an underlying theme of self-acceptance and self-belief. This exciting children’s chapter book is aimed at readers 9-12 years.
Author: Shiko Nguru
Age: 9+ years
228 pages – Paperback
Printed on FSC certified paper with non petroleum based inks
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