Zia

If you enjoyed reading Island of the Blue Dolphins, you’ll love Zia. Zia, by Scott O’Dell, is a sequel to his popular book, Island of the Blue Dolphins. Based on the true story of Juana Maria, a woman who survived alone on San Nicolas Island in the Santa Barbara Channel for 18 years, this fictional book continues the tale of Korana after she has been rescued from the island, told from the perspective of Korana’s niece. Mission Santa Barbara is also referenced throughout. (5 x 8”; 179 pages)