Rowan of Rin

Rowan of Rin, Book 1

By: Emily Rodda

Narrated by: Rachael Blake

The first instalment in the award-winning Rowan of Rin fantasy series for children.

Bravest heart will carry on when sleep is death and hope is gone.

Rowan doesn't believe he has a brave heart. But when the river that supports his village of Rin runs dry, he must join a dangerous journey to its source in the forbidden Mountain.

To save Rin, Rowan and his companions must conquer not only the Mountain's many tricks but also the fierce dragon that lives at its peak.

©1993 Emily Rodda (P)2003 Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Great story

Simple yet Gripping.
It’s descriptive clear and succinct.

The tunnel chapter was intense. I could feel the stone

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A wonderful book for children and those young at heart folk who yet love children a literature
Like myself

A wonderful detailed story

A well written story with well developed characters and an amazing world. A children’s book enjoyable for any age. Rodda created a compelling journey with many surprises.

Not a page-turner series, but worth the time spent

Rowan's story begins slow in the first couple books. More contemplative, introspective filled with self-doubt. Quite unlike Deltora stories. Despite being hailed a hero by the end of book 1, he will continually face dismissal by the people. The series does not push us to a conclusion - we must hang on to find out where the story is going. Kinda like real-life growing up, except few of us are as insightful under pressure as young Rowan.

a great book

a great children's book, fast paced, interesting, good morals, and easy to read. couldn't recommend enough.

Perfect story for kids

This is the book that got my non-reader to begin reading. Engaging, fun, just the right amount of suspense.