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Nura and the Immortal Palace

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Nura and the Immortal Palace by M. T. Khan is a captivating children's adventure that follows a young girl named Nura who embarks on a quest to bring prosperity to her impoverished mining community. Her journey unfolds when she discovers an entrance to a magical realm, filled with mysterious creatures and formidable challenges. Nura's bravery and determination lead her on a path where she must make choices between personal desires and the greater good.
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You might enjoy this book if you love stories filled with adventure and magic, set against the backdrop of a rich cultural tapestry. It introduces readers to a young heroine's thrilling journey as she navigates a mystical realm, unraveling secrets and discovering her own strength along the way. This book may appeal to you if you enjoy spirited characters and imaginative world-building, perfect for sparking the imagination of young readers.

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WINNER OF THE WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK PRIZE (YOUNGER)

A magical adventure rooted in Muslim culture and tradition, Nura and the Immortal Palace follows a young girl’s journey from modern-day Pakistan into the world of the jinn.

Nura has worked all her life in the mica mines, earning just enough to keep her family afloat – and enjoy the odd delicious gulab jamun from the market. Some day she’s going to find the Demon’s Tongue, a legendary treasure buried deep in the mines, and her family will never have to worry about money again.

But when a terrible accident buries her best friend below ground, Nura goes in search of him and passes over into the magical and terrible world of the jinn. Across a pink sea and under a purple sky, she finds her way to a palace, where great riches and a whole new life are on offer.

But it’s not long before Nura discovers this world to be as unfair as the real one, and that trickster jinns will always live up to their reputation…

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Nura and the Immortal Palace captivates readers with its blend of magical adventure and poignant exploration of real-world issues. Set in a fictional Pakistani town, the story artfully weaves Islamic traditions and the mythical world of jinn, tackling themes of struggle, courage, and friendship. It's praised for its strong character development, culturally rich narrative, and an ending that offers hope, all while confronting societal challenges such as child labour.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529503494

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 July 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 248g

Pages: 272

About the Author

M.T. Khan is a SFF writer from Pakistan, now living in Canada. She focuses on stories close to her heart, evoking cultural and societal conversations through her works. When she's not writing, M.T. Khan has her nose deep in physics textbooks or glued to her CAD computer as she majors in Mechanical Engineering.

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