The Secret Zoo: Secrets and Shadows

Name: The Secret Zoo: Secrets and Shadows
Brand: Harper Audio
Availability: InStock
Author: Bryan Chick
ISBN: 9780063298132

Author: Bryan Chick

Series: Secret Zoo #2

Narrator: Patrick Lawlor

Unabridged: 5 hr 43 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Greenwillow Books

Published: 02/28/2023

Categories: Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Stories, Children's Mystery & Detective, Animal Stories

Synopsis

Book two in this fast-paced and exciting series for middle grade fantasy, mystery, and animal buffs.Noah and his friends thought they had seen it all during their first journey into the Secret Zoo—but it was only the beginning. Now they must train to become Crossers, members of a secret society who freely travel to the Secret Zoo and back, helping to defend its borders. But now that the monstrous sasquatches are on the loose and the evil Shadowist is plotting destruction, will Noah, Megan, Ella, and Richie have what it takes to survive?The author originally had the idea for The Secret Zoo when he was nine and wondered what would happen if zoo exhibits had secret doors that allowed kids to go inside—and the animals to come outside. He brings that sense of adventure and excitement to this story, making it a favorite for home and classroom reading along with such middle grade fantasy favorites as The One and Only Ivan.

About Bryan Chick

Bryan Chick is the author of the Secret Zoo series. He originally had the idea for the series when he was a nine-year-old and wondered what would happen if zoo exhibits had secret doors that allowed children to go inside . . . and the animals to come outside. Bryan Chick lives with his wife and four children in Clarkston, Michigan.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Zyra on April 17, 2017

oh these books have such wonderful world building, just like narnia. plus it has so many mysteries along with so many animals. its just so cute, intriguing & beautiful.......more

Goodreads review by Natalia on February 09, 2021

Itś an amazing book! There is just that part about the book that makes you want to keep reading......more

Goodreads review by Rich on June 05, 2014

WARNING: SPOILERS. Summary: Kids do nothing, after which they do nothing. Then they have a conversation with some people about how weird and mystical the "Secret Zoo" is, which is followed by more nothing. Then there is an inconsequential episode involving the kids humiliating a bully in the school......more

Goodreads review by Alexandra on November 17, 2023

My class loved the sequel to The Secret Zoo! They asked if we could continue the series so that is what we will be reading next! The characters continue their journey and discover a lot about the Secret Zoo and the Secret Society. Noah is definitely the main character in this book as he takes on a l......more

Goodreads review by Anna on February 25, 2025

I have no idea when I finished this book, but I read it in a day from start to finish and it did not disappoint. I highly enjoyed reading it. Onto the third book! Very excited.......more