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Daughter of the Mountains

Louise S. Rankin
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Daughter of the Mountains

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1993

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Louise S. Rankin

Daughter of the Mountains

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1993
Book Details
Pages

192

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Tibet • 1950s

Publication Year

1993

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

1000L

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Super Short Summary

Daughter of the Mountains by Louise S. Rankin follows a young girl named Momo on her adventurous journey from Tibet to India. Determined to retrieve her stolen dog, Pempa, she navigates diverse landscapes and cultures, encountering various challenges along the way. This children's novel highlights themes of perseverance, cultural understanding, and the resilience of the human spirit.

Adventurous

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Exciting

Reviews & Readership

4.1

2,519 ratings

63%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Daughter of the Mountains by Louise S. Rankin is praised for its engaging portrayal of a young girl's adventurous journey through the Himalayas. Readers appreciate the vivid descriptions and cultural insights. Some critics note that the pacing can be uneven and the plot predictable. Overall, it is a charming tale suitable for young readers seeking adventure and cultural exploration.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Daughter of the Mountains?

A reader who enjoys Daughter of the Mountains by Louise S. Rankin likely appreciates adventure stories set in exotic locations, with themes of perseverance and courage. Fans of Heidi by Johanna Spyri or The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett might find this book appealing.

4.1

2,519 ratings

63%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

192

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Tibet • 1950s

Publication Year

1993

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

1000L

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