Children's Books (ages 8-12) • Novel

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CASSANDRA’S MOUNTAIN

Vladimir Tumanov

Even when no one believes you, you can still change the future.

Canadian author Vladimir Tumanov, who reached millions of readers not only in Turkey but in many countries, opens the door to a real adventure from recent history in his novel, published in Turkish for the first time in the world. Inspired by Cassandra, the ancient seer from Western Anatolian mythology whose warnings were never believed, this gripping adventure compels readers to consider the consequences of environmental destruction. With a masterful narrative, Tumanov weaves the relentless struggle of a child trying to save their loved ones with the heartbreaking story of a family mercilessly excluded by their community. The novel presents courage, solidarity, and unwavering hope as powerful forces against rulers who endanger social life for the sake of their interests. Known for his imaginative books that make math and geography enjoyable, Tumanov continues to attract not only children but also teachers and parents alike.

Overview

On the morning of her twelfth birthday, Cassandra finds a mysterious letter that seems to come from years later. It is written in her own handwriting and foretells a great disaster with the day and time! She is terrified and desperately struggles to prevent this disaster that will cause everyone to lose their lives except herself. However, aside from Jay, no one believes her, and her family’s life turns into a nightmare. As the hour of the disaster rapidly approaches, Cassandra must summon all her courage to change the future…

AUTHOR

Vladimir Tumanov

Born in Moscow in 1961, Vladimir Tumanov worked as a professor between 1991-2025 in the Department of Modern Languages and Cultures at Western University in Canada. Jayden’s Rescue (Kraliçeyi Kurtarmak), his debut children’s novel, reached millions of readers in many countries including Turkey since its first publication in 2004. In this adventure, which captivates both young readers and adults, the protagonists solve mathematical puzzles to rescue the captive queen. His second novel, Old Scroll (Haritada Kaybolmak), published by Günışığı Kitaplığı […]
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