The Summer I Saved the Wild

Kammie’s parents are what you might call ‘overprotective’. Everything is seen as dangerous, even a walk around her own town. 

So when Kammie is out too long on a cycle ride, and comes home with cuts and scrapes, her mum is not happy. But how can she explain that she crashed her bike because she was distracted by a Camji: a mythical creature that shouldn’t exist in the real world. 

And when Kammie’s cousin Precious, who definitely doesn’t live life by the rules, comes to stay for the summer, things get even more complicated. But maybe this is Kammie’s chance to do something she really wants – a chance to join the Wilderness Wanderers and follow in the footsteps of her legendary Aunt Fisaya, a zooarchaeologist.  

With relatable characters and a curious mix of myth and reality, this engaging coming-of-age story will appeal to a wide range of readers. 

Kammie’s loyalties are put to the test as she tries to follow her passions, manage her wayward cousin, navigate her parents’ anxieties and avoid her vindictive aunt who is going through some sort of mental breakdown. 

Embracing diversity and individuality, Kammie’s experiences show what can be achieved with teamwork and determination.