What if the only way to get rid of your worst enemy was to sacrifice your brother?
When hyenas snatch Taras brother, Suraj, and two other children from the local fair in Morni, Tara and her newfound companions decide to rescue them on their own. Tara soon discovers that Zarku, her nemesis with the third eye, is back and intent on revenge.
A deadly game of hide and seek ensues, and Tara and her companions must work together to survive. But it is soon clear that Zarku is only after Tara; the others are dispensable.
Should Tara risk the lives of her friends? Or can she once again defeat Zarku and save her brother, armed only with belief in herself and a silver anklet?
close this panelMahtab Narsimhan, a native of Bombay (Mumbai) plays with acronyms during the day and with words at night when she does all her writing. She has always been fascinated by Indian mythology, fantasy, and adventure. This came together with the unique cultural and spiritual energies of her homeland in her debut novel, The Third Eye. The Silver Anklet is the sequel to this exciting adventure in the Tara Trilogy. Mahtab lives in Toronto with her husband, Rahul, her son, Aftab, and her enthusiastic golden retriever, Coby.
close this panel"Mahtab Narsimhan is a mystical and captivating new voice in Canadian childrens literature. The Silver Anklet is a well-crafted adventure that is highly recommended for readers aged 10-13."
"This beautifully written and lyrical book bring s various figures in Indian mythology to life in a compelling story about family, love, courage and determination. Tara is a wonderful heroine exemplifying the strength of the human spirit to overcome adversity."
"The Third Eye, the first volume of the trilogy, was winner of the 2009 Silver Birch Award, and this sequel lives up to readers' expectations. Young adults will savor the action and adventure on every page while teachers and librarians will see the book as a valuable addition to any study of world literatures and cultures."
"If you like reading any story about adventure, suspense and exploration, The Silver Anklet is the best choice!"
“Mahatab Narsimhan has done a really good job giving mythology an engrossing modern plot. Read it for a quick adventurous read.”
