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The Curiosities
2021
First Published
3.73
Average Rating
32
Number of Pages

A lyrical and moving story inspired by the people who see the world differently, from the award-winning author of The Bone Sparrow and Wisp. With the Curiosities, a whole world of wonders and possibles awaits... Miro wakes one morning to find the world isn't quite the way he thought it was. When the Curiosities choose Miro as the one they nest on, Miro is led to discover all the marvels waiting in the shadows where no-one else looks. Sometimes though, the Curiosities can make Miro feel alone and invisible in the darkness. But perhaps Miro isn't as alone as he thinks... A beautiful celebration of disability, diversity and pride in who you are, from one of Australia's most loved and awarded writers for children.

Avg Rating
3.73
Number of Ratings
204
5 STARS
22%
4 STARS
41%
3 STARS
27%
2 STARS
8%
1 STARS
2%
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Author

Zana Fraillon
Zana Fraillon
Author · 9 books

Zana Fraillon was born in Melbourne, but spent her early childhood in San Francisco. Zana has written two picture books for young children, a series for middle readers, and a novel for older readers based on research and accounts of survivors of the Forgotten Generation. She spent a year in China teaching English and now lives in Melbourne with her three sons, husband and two dogs. When Zana isn't reading or writing, she likes to explore the museums and hidden passageways scattered across Melbourne. They provide the same excitement as that moment before opening a new book - preparing to step into the unknown where a whole world of possibilities awaits.

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