What if the family you've been searching for was hidden in another world?
Twelve-year-old Adam Monkeyvale has always felt like he doesn't belong. Bullied at school and raised without knowing the truth about his family, he never imagined that one mysterious letter could change his life forever.
When Adam inherits the extraordinary Monkeyvale Manor from an uncle he never knew existed, he steps into a world where magic is real, portraits talk, hidden rooms hold ancient secrets, and an unforgettable group of friends is waiting to welcome him home.
There's Fluffy, a lovable giant with a heart as big as his appetite. Carl, the brilliantly sarcastic snake whose sharp wit is matched only by his knowledge of Monkeyvale's forgotten history. King Cuddle and his button-obsessed rabbits, who may look adorable but are far cleverer-and far more mischievous-than anyone expects. Together, they become the family Adam has always longed for.
But Monkeyvale is more than a place of wonder.
A frozen kingdom is slowly falling into darkness. An ancient enemy is gathering strength. Long-buried family secrets are beginning to awaken, and Adam discovers that the magic flowing through his veins may be the only hope of saving two worlds.
To protect those he loves, Adam must journey through enchanted forests, mysterious ruins and forgotten kingdoms, uncover the truth about his past, and find the courage to become the hero destiny has chosen.
Filled with unforgettable characters, laugh-out-loud humour, thrilling adventure and heartfelt friendship, The Monkeyvale Chronicles: Family Secrets is a magical fantasy that reminds us that family isn't always the one we're born into-it can be the one we find along the way.
One lonely boy. One magical manor. One extraordinary family. And an adventure that will change everything.
