Rowan and the Zebak (Rowan of Rin)

"Five strange fingers
from fate's hand,
Each plays its part
at fate's command."

The dreaded Zebak nation is closing in on the gentle people of Rin. The Zebak have fanged, flying monsters to carry out their missions, and revenge burns deep in their hearts. Rowan's little sister, Annad, is their first target.

When Armad is taken deep into the country of the Zebak, Rowan and his companions begin a dangerous Journey to rescue her. Will dark forces finally prove too much for Rowan? Or will he be able to save his sister -- and all their people -- from this terrible menace?

Emily Rodda has written many books for children, including Finders Keepers, which School Library journal dubbed "a lively adventure," and several novels about the likable hero Rowan. The first of these novels, Rowan of Rin, won the Children's Book Council of Australia Book of the Year for Younger Readers Award when it was first published. In fact, Emily Rodda has won the Children's Book Council of Australia Book of the Year Award an unprecedented five times. A former editor, Ms. Rodda is also the best-selling author of adult mysteries under the name Jennifer Rowe. She lives in Australia.