COMP CLOSED | Book Giveaway | Elastic Island Adventures: Rarotonga

The popular children’s book series latest book is set in beautiful Rarotonga!

Kiri, Jed and twins Emma and Ethan frequently journey on ‘elastic island’, a unique way to travel that sends them pinging across the ocean to a variety of tropical destinations. This time, they travel with Blong the Cat and Heathcliff the Dog to beautiful Rarotonga.

They are expecting to relax in the sun, but it’s not long until they run into problems. Firstly, Mighty Moko, the resident grumpy gecko who lives in their room, is determined to get rid of them, no matter what! But his annoying antics are quickly surpassed when all the black pearls on the island are stolen in a brazen heist, the thief leaving clues scattered around the island. The children are determined to solve the clues, but even with the help of the wise Mana Tiaki, will they be successful? Will the people of Rarotonga ever see their precious black pearls again?

Elastic Island Adventures: Rarotonga is a stand-alone, page-turning adventure in the bestselling series set in the South Pacific. Perfect for children 7 to 12 years.

Cover art illustration is by Rarotongan artists Pania and Ivon Lee.

About the author

Karen McMillan is the author of 20 diverse books, from bestselling novels, The Paris of the East, The Paris of the West and Brushstrokes of Memory, to non-fiction books that inspire and help others: Everyday Strength and Unbreakable Spirit, and now the Elastic Island Adventures series for children. Karen wrote Elastic Island Adventures as a fun family project to enjoy with her husband’s granddaughter, Milla. Little did she know how successful the books would be, with books optioned for the screen, and Suzy Cato doing narration for the audiobook versions. More information at: www.karenm.co.nz and www.elasticisland.com

Praise for the Elastic Island Adventure books:

‘A fast-paced, original story.’ North & South Magazine

‘This series is a lot of fun, easy to read and brings up problems that we humans have in our own society. Reluctant readers will have no problem with these stories.’ Bobsbooksnz

‘We were unanimous in deeming this book a great read for children, and hope that the series will continue to expand. 10/10′ Kiwi Reviews

‘The series is fast paced and funny, filled with gentle hijinks and comradeship. Set amongst the glittering blue seas, lagoons and islands of the South Pacific, even the baddest of baddies aren’t dispatched to Stinky Fish Reef for too long.’ Waiheke Weekender

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