Jane Wilson-Howarth

Fiction

 
 
 

reviews

Madagascar Misadventure

Madagascar Misadventure is the fourth book in the series by Jane Wilson-Howarth featuring Alex and James adventures as they are travelling through Madagascar because their parents are wildlife activists. I have listened to the previous books as well.
I like hearing about all the wildlife in this book like lemurs and foosa and scorpions for example.
I like that James and Alex and Claude have a sense of humour and I like listening to them banter. Also I like how James and Alex care about each other even though they don't always get along.
I like that it is interesting hearing about the Madagascar culture and curses that they believe in.
The story is enjoyable and the characters face a lot of threat so this makes the reader want to know what happens next.
The recording was done well and is very clearly read.

E


Himalayan Hideout

In "Himalayan Hideout," Jane Wilson-Howarth masterfully transports readers to the breathtaking landscapes of the Himalayas. Her descriptions of towering peaks, cascading waterfalls, and dense forests evoke a sense of wonder and reverence, reminding us of our interconnectedness with the earth and the importance of preserving its fragile ecosystems. Overall, "Himalayan Hideout" is a captivating read, while Jane’s lyrical prose, coupled with scholarly insights make this book a true gem


Chasing the Tiger

Having read the first Alex and James book, Himalayan Adventure, and been left high and dry on a cliff hanger I couldn't wait to read the sequel. How would the intrepid duo fare? Would they and their equally doughty female companion survive? The book did not disappoint. It tells a pacy adventure story but is much more; interweaving, as it seamlessly does, interesting facts about Nepali culture and wildlife.


Himalayan Kidnap

This is an exotic adventure story about two brothers who have found out their parents have been kidnapped and must travel through the jungles of Nepal to find them. Their travels encounter fast flowing rivers and a maze of long dark cavernous caves with murderous men hot on their heels. I read this book not knowing if I would like it or not but by the first chapter it was hard not to get glued. I loved that this book gives you a taste for Nepali culture and  an understanding of the animals that live there. Each chapter includes pictures of Nepalese animals some of which were new to me. I recommend this book to people age 8 and above.

Tess, aged 13