The Song that Sings Us

When animals talk, humans must listen. Harlon, raised to protect her younger siblings, Ash, and Xeno, and their power of communicating with animals, must flee when the Automators attack their mountain home. Xeno is kidnapped, and Harlon and Ash are separated. They must journey alone through the ice fields, forests, and oceans of Rumyc to rescue each other and fulfill a mysterious promise about a lost island made to their mother.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 06 July 2023
Publisher: Firefly Press Ltd

Harlon, a young girl raised to protect her younger siblings, twins Ash and Xeno, possesses an outlawed power of communicating with animals. However, their peaceful existence is disrupted when the sinister Automators attack their mountain home, forcing them to flee for their lives. Tragically, Xeno is kidnapped, leaving Harlon and Ash separated. In a thrilling and dangerous adventure, they must embark on separate journeys through the treacherous ice fields, forests, and oceans of Rumyc. Their goal is to rescue each other and fulfill a mysterious promise made to their mother about a lost island. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and obstacles, including fierce predators and treacherous terrain.

Despite the odds, Harlon and Ash's determination and bond strengthen as they face each challenge head-on. They rely on their instincts and the help of newfound allies, including a wise old owl and a brave raven. With each step, they uncover clues about the lost island and its significance to their family's history.

As they approach the end of their journey, Harlon and Ash face a final showdown with the Automators. In a climactic battle, they harness their powers and teamwork to defeat the evil machines and rescue Xeno.

The story ends with Harlon and Ash back together on the lost island, where they discover a hidden treasure and a sense of belonging. They have fulfilled their mother's promise and learned the true value of friendship, courage, and the power of communication with animals.

"When Animals Talk" is a stunning environmental epic that blends adventure, mystery, and environmental awareness. With its captivating illustrations by Jackie Morris, the book encourages readers to appreciate the beauty and fragility of the natural world and to embrace the importance of protecting it.

Weight: 292g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913102494