Gorilla Dawn
Gorilla Dawn by Gill Lewis, published by Simon and Schuster on January 31, 2017, is a 432-page novel written in English. This story unfolds in the Congo, where two children, Imara and Bobo, find themselves captured by a band of rebel soldiers. As they navigate their perilous situation, they discover an orphaned baby gorilla also held captive and make a vow to protect it from being sold into captivity.
Readers will encounter themes of survival and the bond between humans and animals as Imara and Bobo devise a plan to return the gorilla to the wild. The narrative explores the challenges they face in a dangerous environment, highlighting the social themes and the connection to nature. This edition offers a vivid portrayal of their journey, emphasizing the courage needed to confront their captors and the deepening relationship between the children and the gorilla.
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Two children captured by a band of rebel soldiers in the Congo vow to protect an orphaned gorilla baby in this powerful, thought-provoking, and vividly compelling novel from award-winning storyteller Gill Lewis.
Deep in the heart of the Congo, a baby gorilla is captured by a group of rebel soldiers. Imara and Bobo are also prisoners in the rebels’ camp. When they learn that the gorilla will be sold into captivity, they swear to return it to the wild before it’s too late. But the consequences of getting caught are too terrible to think about. Will the bond between the gorilla and the children give them the courage they need to escape?
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