The Accidental Snake Thief

by Matheu De Silva

What if our world was created by magical forces long since forgotten?
And what if those forces could be harnessed for evil?
What if ... they already have been?
An ambitious and ruthless genius hunts down the secret of life itself. And from deep in the Amazon jungle comes the power to alter the destiny of mankind.
Hazel, fifteen, is an ordinary English schoolgirl. Her biggest hope right now is to reunite with her Dad. But a chance meeting with an ancient snake changes her life completely.
Enter a mad messiah, a rainbow serpent and a mind-controlled public.
With the rest of her family lost, it's just her and her brother Caleb against what seems like the entire world. And if humanity is to survive, and if she's to see her family again, Hazel must draw upon hidden strengths she never knew she possessed. After all, the Golden One is waiting...

322 pages, Paperback

First published April 29, 2013

Reviews

[Jimi]

Great story. I love the imagination, folklore, spirituality connected in the modern world and our desire to reconnect with divine nature.
I enjoy Hazel's character and look forward to my daughter being as bold, energetic, creative and joyous.

Look forward to the next books

[Melissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Really more like 3.5 stars for me. I felt that it took me awhile to actually get into the story and feel an attachment to the characters. Although, I loved the subject matter and the way the author presented the mythos of the snake. About half way through the story really took off for me and I found myself not able to put it down. I am really looking forward to the next one!

[Noodle Hag · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think that this is book is a fictional, exciting translation of the actual world. If real teenagers actually read this book, it could change the way they think about life. It did that for me! It describes the strong grip of the social media and the power of the open-minded souls who oppose it. I trust that the sequel will do just as much, and I can't wait to read it!

[John Freebury · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great allegory on the state of affairs globally which youthful readers will find compelling. I enjoyed the pace of the novel and the development of the characters. Smart and witty. Look forward to the next from this author.

[Brandice · Rating 3 out of 5]

Was slow in the beginning, but picked up a bit. I found the story interesting, I would check out the next one to see where it goes.

[Luke Wilson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it, Always wondering what was around the next corner. Captivating, exhilarating, & entertaining....Nice job Matheu!