KARIBA

The daughter of a river god, raised by a human father and bound to a tragic destiny. Siku has always called the Zambezi River her home. She understands the water – and it understands her, too, coming to her aid in times of need. But things are changing on the river – a great dam is being built, displacing thousands of Shonga people – and things are changing in Siku, too, as her ability to manipulate water grows out of control. When her father disappears, Siku discovers a terrible secret, and she must journey to the source of the river tounderstand the ancient power hidden within her.

BIPOC Leading Ladies Magic Mythical Pirates Superhero Kids (3-12)
Teenagers (13-18)
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