Plot Summary

Asha and the Spirit Bird

Jasbinder Bilan

Asha and the Spirit Bird

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2019

Book Brief

Jasbinder Bilan

Asha and the Spirit Bird

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Himalayas • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

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Super Short Summary

Asha and the Spirit Bird by Jasbinder Bilan follows Asha, a child on a quest to save her family's farm. Guided by her grandmother's spirit, she embarks on a treacherous journey through the Himalayas alongside her best friend, determined to find her father and restore stability.

Adventurous

Inspirational

Fantastical

Emotional

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

4.0

1,474 ratings

72%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Asha and the Spirit Bird by Jasbinder Bilan captivates with its vibrant storytelling and cultural richness. Readers praise its vivid imagery and compelling heroine. A few note a predictable plot and occasional pacing issues. Overall, it's a heartwarming tale of resilience and adventure that resonates with both young and mature audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Asha and the Spirit Bird?

Ideal for middle-grade readers who enjoy adventure and cultural tales, Asha and the Spirit Bird will captivate fans of The Night Diary and The Bridge Home. This book blends magical realism with a heartfelt journey, appealing to those who appreciate stories of courage and connection to heritage.

4.0

1,474 ratings

72%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Himalayas • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

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