Journey to the River Sea : 20th Anniversary Edition

Journey to the River Sea by Eva Ibbotson is an award-winning children's adventure classic set against the lush and mysterious landscape of the Brazilian Amazon. This special 20th anniversary edition features a beautiful cover by Katie Hickey and an introduction by award-winning author Emma Carroll.

Maia, an orphan, travels a thousand miles up the Amazon to live with relatives she has never met. Expecting a loving family and exciting adventures, she instead discovers two spiteful cousins and their parents, who regard the surrounding jungle with fear and hostility. Yet the wonders of the rainforest soon capture Maia's imagination.

When Maia meets a mysterious boy living alone on the shores of the wild river, her life takes an unexpected turn. Their friendship draws her into an extraordinary adventure filled with mystery, discovery, courage, and the beauty of the natural world.

About This Book

Journey to the River Sea follows Maia as she leaves behind the familiar world of her childhood and travels deep into the Amazon. Her expectations of family life are quickly overturned when she encounters relatives who are very different from the people she imagined.

While her new home brings disappointment, the Amazon rainforest offers Maia something far more exciting. Its extraordinary wildlife, landscapes, and hidden possibilities become the setting for a journey that changes her understanding of the world around her.

Maia's meeting with a mysterious boy living by the river introduces another layer of adventure and mystery. Together, they become part of a story celebrating friendship, courage, freedom, and the wonder of discovering a world beyond what you know.

What You'll Discover

• Maia's journey from England to the Brazilian Amazon.
• The lush landscapes and wildlife of the Amazon rainforest.
• A mysterious boy living alone on the river shores.
• Adventure, friendship, mystery, and unexpected discoveries.
• Maia's courage as she adapts to an unfamiliar world.
• Extraordinary characters and a memorable Amazon setting.
• The beauty and wonder of the natural world.

Perfect For

• Children who enjoy classic adventure stories.
• Young readers interested in nature, exploration, and the Amazon.
• Fans of mystery and character-driven children's fiction.
• Readers discovering award-winning children's classics.
• Families looking for an engaging and imaginative adventure story.

Why You'll Love This Book

Journey to the River Sea combines mystery, friendship, adventure, and the breathtaking setting of the Amazon rainforest. Maia's journey from an unexpected family situation into a world of discovery makes this an enduring children's classic about courage, curiosity, and finding adventure in unfamiliar places.