The Tunnel
Flint Yew
Maison d'édition: Publifye AS
Synopsis
In "The Tunnel," two twelve-year-old boys, Tod and James, stumble upon a secret entrance to a vast underground world beneath their suburban neighborhood. This captivating middle-grade fantasy thrusts readers into a subterranean adventure filled with bioluminescent fungi, mysterious creatures, and the remnants of an ancient civilization. As the boys explore deeper, they uncover an environmental mystery that threatens both the surface and underground realms. The story blends heart-pounding action with themes of friendship and coming-of-age as Tod and James race against a shadowy organization bent on exploiting the tunnel's resources. Joined by Zara, a young environmental activist, the trio must navigate treacherous caverns, decipher cryptic messages, and protect the delicate ecosystem of this hidden world. The tunnel itself becomes a character, its winding passages and hidden chambers shaping the narrative and challenging the young explorers at every turn. "The Tunnel" offers a unique blend of fantasy and ecological awareness, inviting readers to question what truly lies beneath our feet. With its rich, sensory descriptions and well-paced plot, this underground adventure promises to captivate young readers and adults alike, leaving them eager to uncover more secrets in this newly discovered subterranean realm.