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Book SynopsisIn this tale set in the ancient Inka empire, Little Chaski has a big job: he is the Inka King’s newest royal messenger. But on his first day things quickly start to go awry. Will Little Chaski be able to deliver the royal message on time?
Trade Review★ ‘‘An appealing introduction to an important culture largely overlooked in children’s literature in the United States’’ – Kirkus
“If you want something set during the Incan Empire, finding the right book can be hard. This one might fill such a gap” – Betsy Bird, Librarian, @FuseEight
“Llanos shares her passion for Peruvian stories in this vibrant tale, set in an Inka kingdom, that explores accountability and kindness . . . Johnson's bold illustrations, in saturated colors and blocky shapes, add to the lively atmosphere, with plenty of historical and cultural touches nicely incorporated into the scenes” – Booklist
★ “Beautiful illustrations inspired by Peruvian folk art fill each page, bringing to life the beauty of the Inka culture . . . An excellent addition to picture book collections, providing a wonderful introduction to and a celebration of the Inka that will pull readers in from the start” – The School Library Journal, starred review
“Children will enjoy the action-packed story . . . This entertaining and informative book would be a good choice for elementary or public library collections. Libraries wanting to grow their multicultural collection should purchase” – School Library Connection
