Mayowa and the Sea of Words
By Chibundu Onuzo
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Synopsis
Ten-year-old Mayowa discovers she can 'book jump,' a secret ability to harness emotions from books and channel them into others. Spending the summer with her eccentric Grandpa Edward, who shares this gift, she learns to use her power. When she uncovers a plot to misuse book jumping for evil, Mayowa embarks on a thrilling adventure to protect countless refugees. This imaginative tale blends fantasy with real-world issues, highlighting the transformative power of words.
Pages
288 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
Published
2026
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