From the Carnegie Medal-winning author of Buffalo Soldier comes a powerful account of the Apache's struggle for survival in a hostile world.

From the Carnegie Medal-winning author of Buffalo Soldier comes this haunting account of the Apache's struggle for survival. Siki is an orphan of the Black Mountain Apache. Her mother was killed by Mexicans three years ago and her father lost in an ambush the winter before that. When Siki witnesses the brutal murder of her little brother Tazhi, she vows to become an Apache warrior and avenge his death. This powerful but sensitively written novel will stay with you long after you have turned the final page.

About the Author
Tanya Landman has written numerous books for children and young people, including Buffalo Soldier, winner of the Carnegie Medal, Apache, shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal and the Booktrust Teenage Prize, The Goldsmith's Daughter, longlisted for the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize, the Sam Swann and Poppy Fields mystery series and the beautiful picture book Mary's Penny. Tanya lives in Bideford, Devon, with her husband and their two sons. Visit Tanya at www.tanyalandman.com.

Reviews
This is a finely told book, gripping in its storytelling with compelling and sensitive characters one comes to care deeply about. * Buzz Words *
It's an unusual and interesting novel that requires some persistence, but is worth the effort. * Reading Time *


Awards
Short-listed for BookTrust Teenage Award 2008 (UK) and Calderdale Children's Book of the Year Award 2008 (UK) and Carnegie (CILIP) 2008 (UK) and The Highland Children's Book Awards 2008 (UK).



Book Information
ISBN 9781406303315
Author Tanya Landman
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint Walker Books Ltd
Publisher Walker Books Ltd
Weight(grams) 310g