Animal Listeners: The Awakening of Quinby Clark - Paperback

by R. Aveen (Author)

A captivating novel about an Australian girl whose new ability to speak with animals could change the world. An adventure filled with friendship, courage and empathy. For anyone who loves animals, ages 11 to 111.

"Harry Potter meets Captain Planet meets Dr Doolittle." - Abigail, Goodreads Review

"Engaging multispecies characters headline a tale that's both insightful and diverting." - Kirkus Reviews

"I can honestly say I loved every bit of it as there is a real mystery/thriller aspect to the plot and it's so well written ... all ages would love it" - Dr Catherine, Australian Veterinary Surgeon, Facebook Review

Animals are speaking. Who is Listening?

When Quinby Clark has a conversation with a bird, she thinks she's going crazy. But when a dog invites her to attend a mysterious Australian boarding school for people who can speak with animals, she realises her dreams of escaping her awful family are finally coming true.

Thrust into the secret society of Animal Listeners, Quinby discovers she can speak with more animals than anyone else - a fact the school asks her to keep hidden to protect them all from covert factions. After Quinby is wrongfully accused of causing trouble, she and her new friends must prove her innocence while rescuing precious animals. The world desperately needs her extraordinary Abilities, but will Quinby even survive the school year?

With menacing factions and lurking danger, being the most gifted Animal Listener isn't always a gift.

Join Quinby as she explores the magic of the Animal Listener community hidden within our world, at a boarding school nestled in the Australian bush by a sandy beach. Meet fantastic animal characters including wildlife like kangaroos, koalas and dolphins; plus the school family of bossy cats, loyal dogs and loveable pigs.

A contemporary fantasy mystery for adults, teens and tweens alike.