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Book Reviews of Zahrah the Windseeker

Zahrah the Windseeker
Zahrah the Windseeker
Author: Nnedi Okorafor-Mbachu
ISBN-13: 9780618340903
ISBN-10: 0618340904
Publication Date: 9/26/2005
Pages: 320
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Rating:
  • Currently 4.3/5 Stars.
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4.3 stars, based on 5 ratings
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
Book Type: Hardcover
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CheriePie avatar reviewed Zahrah the Windseeker on + 149 more book reviews
Zahrah lives in the northern Ooni Kingdom, where fear of the unknown runs deep. She is born dada, with vines growing through her hair and believed to have special powers. Besides their fear of dada, the people of the Ooni Kingdom also gravely fear the Forbidden Greeny Jungle, which begins on the outskirts of their small village. But when Zahrah notices changes going on within her and is then faced with having to save Dari's life, she's ready to confront all her fears head on, and challenge everything she's been taught.

This was a fun adventure. I enjoyed Zahrah's trek through the jungle and the various creatures she met therein. Because this is a children's book (ages 9â"12), it also teaches a few important lessons, many which I believe strongly in to this very day. That one being to not believe everything you're told if you don't feel comfortable with it. It's okay to challenge old, outdated beliefs to forge the way for the future. Another is that you are definitely stronger than you think when faced with seemingly impossible odds.
tyra avatar reviewed Zahrah the Windseeker on + 14 more book reviews
A different kind of fantasy. On Zahrah's planet everything grows from seeds and earth is just a myth. The jungle is a fascinating place for Zahrah's quest.
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This is a really powerful message told in a remarkable book. The story of the young girl Zahrah overcoming her fears and excepting herself for being different. This would be a great read for any girl coming to terms with being a teen.