Avatar, the Last Airbender: The Reckoning of Roku (Chronicles of the Avatar Book 5) : Volume 5
(Author) Randy RibayFrom National Book Award finalist Randy Ribay comes a gripping new chapter--starring Avatar Roku--in the New York Times bestselling Chronicles of the Avatar series, set in the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra A young Avatar Roku has only just commenced his training at the Southern Air Temple when his erstwhile friend Prince Sozin requests his aid in preventing the Earth Kingdom from claiming a remote Fire Nation island. Despite his inexperience, Avatar Roku slips away with the help of an irritating young Airbender named Gyatso. As the reluctant companions delve deeper into their wayward mission, they begin to realize that even greater threats lie ahead. Plagued by self-doubt but eager to prove himself, Roku fights for his life and the lives of others while ensuring that the hidden secret of the island doesn't fall into the wrong hands. This searing fifth installment in the Chronicles of the Avatar series explores the beginning of Roku's journey from privileged Fire Nation noble to the powerful but indecisive Avatar whose hesitancy may ultimately pave the way for the Hundred Year War.
Randy Ribay
Randy Ribay is a Filipino-American author known for his young adult novels that tackle complex themes of identity, race, and culture. His most notable works include "Patron Saints of Nothing" which follows the journey of a Filipino-American teenager uncovering family secrets and confronting the realities of the drug war in the Philippines.
Ribay's writing style is characterized by raw honesty, emotional depth, and vivid storytelling that resonates with readers of all backgrounds. His contributions to literature include shedding light on important social issues and giving a voice to underrepresented communities in literature.
Through his compelling storytelling and powerful narratives, Randy Ribay has made a significant impact on the young adult genre, inspiring readers to engage with difficult topics and fostering empathy and understanding across cultural divides.