Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
272
Language
English
Published
Apr 26, 2016
Publisher
Scholastic Press
ISBN-10
054565503X
ISBN-13
9780545655033
Description
Raja and the other orangutans have known nothing but the confines of their cages, living a life stripped of freedom and natural instincts. Raja, in particular, feels a deep yearning for the lush, vibrant rainforest that looms just beyond the walls, a world he has only glimpsed in fleeting moments. Despite the bleakness of captivity, he has forged a bond with a fellow captive, a girl named Ceiba, who shares his longing for the wild.
When a sudden opportunity for escape presents itself, the two unlikely companions must summon all their courage and resilience to navigate the dangers that lie ahead. The journey is fraught with challenges, from the harsh realities of the outside world to the ever-present threat of those who seek to exploit them. Along the way, they discover their strengths, confront their fears, and learn the true meaning of friendship.
As they traverse through rich jungles and encounter the vibrant wildlife that has always been a part of their dreams, Raja must grapple with his identity and what it means to belong to a world that feels alien yet beckons him. Together, they embark on a path of self-discovery, where every step forward is a step towards liberation.
In their quest for freedom, both Raja and Ceiba learn that the ties that bind them run deeper than mere companionship; they are united by a shared hope for a life brimming with possibility. Through their eyes, readers experience the heart-wrenching beauty of nature and the pressing urgency of its protection.
When a sudden opportunity for escape presents itself, the two unlikely companions must summon all their courage and resilience to navigate the dangers that lie ahead. The journey is fraught with challenges, from the harsh realities of the outside world to the ever-present threat of those who seek to exploit them. Along the way, they discover their strengths, confront their fears, and learn the true meaning of friendship.
As they traverse through rich jungles and encounter the vibrant wildlife that has always been a part of their dreams, Raja must grapple with his identity and what it means to belong to a world that feels alien yet beckons him. Together, they embark on a path of self-discovery, where every step forward is a step towards liberation.
In their quest for freedom, both Raja and Ceiba learn that the ties that bind them run deeper than mere companionship; they are united by a shared hope for a life brimming with possibility. Through their eyes, readers experience the heart-wrenching beauty of nature and the pressing urgency of its protection.