Rick Riordan Presents: Aru Shah and the End of Time-A Pandava Novel Book 1 (Pandava Series #1) (Paperback)

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Aru Shah has lied her way through school.  Aru Shah has made a huge mistake.  And now Aru Shah has to save the world.  Stuffed to the brim with an amazing depiction of Indian mythology, Aru and her antics will make you want more!

Why I liked this book:

I liked this book because it’s cool to read about Indian mythology.  Although there are different versions to each tale (as with any myth), Roshani Chokshi really brings out the fun parts, the good-to-know parts, and the I-never-saw-this-coming parts.

— Camilla B, Age 13

Camilla B, Age 13

Aru Shah has lied her way through school.  Aru Shah has made a huge mistake.  And now Aru Shah has to save the world.  Stuffed to the brim with an amazing depiction of Indian mythology, Aru and her antics will make you want more!

Why I liked this book:

I liked this book because it’s cool to read about Indian mythology.  Although there are different versions to each tale (as with any myth), Roshani Chokshi really brings out the fun parts, the good-to-know parts, and the I-never-saw-this-coming parts.

 

— From Kid Reads

Spring 2018 Kids’ Indie Next List


“Roshani Chokshi's foray into middle grade books is a fast-paced, thrilling quest bringing together Hindu gods with a character I loved deeply. Aru Shah is the perfectly imperfect heroine every middle grader needs. She's not rich, she's messy, she makes up stories to make her life seem better. But not even she can imagine that lighting the lamp her mother forbade her to touch would send her on the adventure of a lifetime. This is the perfect companion for lovers of Rick Riordan. In the first 100 pages alone, I laughed out loud multiple times. This book is a winner for all ages.”
— Shauna Sinyard, Park Road Books, Charlotte, NC

About the Author


Roshani Chokshi (www.roshanichokshi.com) is the author of the instant New York Times bestselling novel, The Star-Touched Queen, and its companion, A Crown of Wishes. She studied fairy tales in college, and she has a pet luck dragon that looks suspiciously like a Great Pyrenees dog. Aru Shah and the End of Time, her middle grade debut, was inspired by the stories her grandmother told her as well as Roshani's all-consuming love for Sailor Moon. She lives in the south and says "y'all," but she doesn't really have a Southern accent. Her Twitter handle is @roshani_chokshi.

Praise For…


PRAISE FOR ARU SHAH AND THE END OF TIME

"Readers will be delighted by this adventurous dive into Hindu mythology and the chance to cheer along a heroic young protagonist. Chokshi makes it easy to connect with Aru by showing her learn from her mistakes (with the help of a sarcastic sorcerer pigeon). This series starter also doesn't skimp on important lessons about friendship, family, and love."—Booklist

PRAISE FOR ARU SHAH AND THE END OF TIME

* "In her middle-grade debut, Chokshi spins a fantastical narrative that seamlessly intertwines Hindu cosmology and folklore, feminism, and witty dialogue for an uproarious novel for young readers. Chokshi comes into her own in this novel, reminding readers of the power of language and of stories."—Kirkus (starred review)

PRAISE FOR ARU SHAH AND THE END OF TIME

* "This series kick-off . . . also the first book from the Rick Riordan Presents imprint, expertly channels the humor and action that have made Riordan's own work so successful. Aru commands the spotlight . . . and Chokshi weaves an engrossing adventure that will leave readers anticipating the next installment."—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

PRAISE FOR ARU SHAH AND THE END OF TIME

*"Using Hindu mythology as the foundation, Chokshi has created an exciting adventure around a coming-of-age tale. Just as "Percy Jackson" led tweens to a deeper exploration and appreciation of classic Greek mythology, Chokshi's tale will likely inspire a similar demand for traditional Indian mythology. An enthralling start to a series that Riordan fans and anyone in the mood for a high-octane adventure will love."—School Library Journal (starred review)


Product Details
ISBN: 9781368023566
ISBN-10: 1368023568
Publisher: Rick Riordan Presents
Publication Date: March 19th, 2019
Pages: 384
Language: English
Series: Pandava Series