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Brahminy Kite
Hardcover
AnimalsGeneral Juvenile Fiction
Publisher Price: $22.99
Publisher: Palmetto Publishing
Published: Apr 8 2025
Pages: 200
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.63 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
Embark on a thrilling global expedition with a uniquely named heroine, unlocking secrets about her ornithologist parents while discovering her own abilities. A captivating tale of self-discovery, adventure, and the beauty of birds and dinosaurs!
Meet Brahminy Kite, a young girl with an unusual name, bestowed upon her by her ornithologist parents, Dr. Bruce and Dr. Joanne Talon. These bird enthusiasts have a deep fascination for avian species, a passion they hoped to pass onto their daughter through her unique moniker. However, BK, as she prefers to be called, finds herself more drawn to the prehistoric world of dinosaurs, much to her parents' bewilderment.
As the story unfolds, BK's embarrassment about her peculiar name escalates when her parents accompany her class on a field trip to the local aviary. However, this sense of awkwardness soon turns into an exciting adventure as her parents shuttle her off on a global journey to witness the beauty of rare birds, including the one she is named after.
Starting in New Zealand, traversing countries, and ending in the Philippines, Brahminy Kite is not just a journey across the globe, but a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, BK unravels surprising secrets about her parents while stumbling upon her own latent abilities. This eye-opening expedition is not just about birds or dinosaurs, but about recognizing and appreciating the diverse interests within each one of us.
With a fun, clever voice, Brahminy Kite is a compelling narrative that combines elements of adventure, coming-of-age, and the fantastical. It's a story about learning to trust in the wisdom of our parents, while also helping them understand our unique passions and interests.
This tale is not just for bird lovers; it's a story for anyone who appreciates nature, adventure, and the discovery of one's own potential. So, whether you're a fan of the feathered or the fossilized, join BK on her thrilling journey and witness the impossible!
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