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Saderia Series #1
The Tiger Princess
Ten years ago, the tiger King and Queen of a vast forest disappeared in a mysterious fire.
No one knows how the fire started. In ten years, the truth has never been discovered. But now, ten years later, their orphaned daughter is determined to solve the mystery...
Ten-year-old Saderia has led a life of luxury as the Princess of the forest under the care of her persnickety aunt and uncle – though it has always had its flaws. But when her nights are troubled by terrifying dreams of the fire that took her parents, her comfortable life is turned into a race to find the truth. On a quest to solve the mystery of who killed her parents, she stumbles upon bewildering clues, secretive allies, and even magic.
Saderia is determined to solve the mystery, but as she uncovers more clues, her own life is drawn deeper and deeper into danger. She must find out the truth before time runs out – and her own fate is sealed.
No one knows how the fire started. In ten years, the truth has never been discovered. But now, ten years later, their orphaned daughter is determined to solve the mystery...
Ten-year-old Saderia has led a life of luxury as the Princess of the forest under the care of her persnickety aunt and uncle – though it has always had its flaws. But when her nights are troubled by terrifying dreams of the fire that took her parents, her comfortable life is turned into a race to find the truth. On a quest to solve the mystery of who killed her parents, she stumbles upon bewildering clues, secretive allies, and even magic.
Saderia is determined to solve the mystery, but as she uncovers more clues, her own life is drawn deeper and deeper into danger. She must find out the truth before time runs out – and her own fate is sealed.
340 pages, Paperback
First published October 14, 2009
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Sarah Renee
7 books22 followersSarah Renée has loved writing from an early age. She has been writing short stories since the age of four, and at the age of ten, she came up with the idea for The Tiger Princess. She wrote the 330-page novel when she was twelve. She is fascinated with wild animals and the wild world outside her home, and has an obvious great love of tigers. She enjoys spending time with her cats, reading, drawing, and playing her violin when she is not writing. In her free time, she is constantly daydreaming about her many characters, creating new ones, and coming up with interesting adventure story ideas. She is fifteen years old.
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July 21, 2011A princess tiger!! This is a book to warm the heart of any young girl. Saderia is a tiger princess who was orphaned long ago by a forest fire that claimed her parents. She must then live with her aunt and uncle until she is old enough to take her place as the rightful heir of the kingdom. But she doesn't like the way things are going right now.
She wants to get down and dirty into the real work that she knows a princess should be doing. Making things better for her subjects, but her aunt and uncle are more concerned with making her behave the way they believe a princess should be. Saderia's personality conflicts too much with this ideal of a princess, and she is extremely unhappy.
Suddenly dark dreams plague Saderia's nights and she starts recalling information from the fire and from her past that she couldn't possibly remember. What could all of this mean for this soon-to-be princess?
Lots of adventure, dungeons, lost and founds, and a way a young tiger princess learns to be comfortable with herself is what you will get when you open the pages of this book. I know my daughters are going to read this with a fervor once I reluctantly pass this on to them. I'm not sure I want my copy to leave my nightstand. :) It was a truly enjoyable book, thank you, Sarah Renee, for sending me a copy of this book to read and review.
She wants to get down and dirty into the real work that she knows a princess should be doing. Making things better for her subjects, but her aunt and uncle are more concerned with making her behave the way they believe a princess should be. Saderia's personality conflicts too much with this ideal of a princess, and she is extremely unhappy.
Suddenly dark dreams plague Saderia's nights and she starts recalling information from the fire and from her past that she couldn't possibly remember. What could all of this mean for this soon-to-be princess?
Lots of adventure, dungeons, lost and founds, and a way a young tiger princess learns to be comfortable with herself is what you will get when you open the pages of this book. I know my daughters are going to read this with a fervor once I reluctantly pass this on to them. I'm not sure I want my copy to leave my nightstand. :) It was a truly enjoyable book, thank you, Sarah Renee, for sending me a copy of this book to read and review.
November 25, 2013
Saderia is a tiger Princess. She lives with her Aunt and Uncle. Years ago a great fire sweep through the forest and Saderia's parents perished. Saderia's Aunt and Uncle do not understand Saderia. That is why when she learns something about her parents she does not tell her Aunt or Uncle.
Saderia learns that her parents death may not have been an accident. It is up to Saderia to uncover the truth. Even if it may hurt.
I really like the idea that Sarah came up with of a tiger Princess. Saderia is a good princess. She is sassy. However all of her sassiness could not keep me satisfied. None of the other characters drew me in. I found Saderia's Aunt and Uncle to be uncaring. While I know this was not totally true as I got further into the book, they did care. I just wanted them to be more sympathetic in the beginning.
There was plenty of mystery and action that Saderia found herself in. Again though without the support of the other characters to draw me into the story, it kind of went by in a blur. Although I found this book to be just alright, I am amazed that such a young author came up with this story and not this just one but several books. The younger readers will enjoy this book and getting to know Saderia. She will become their friend. She is like a girl only with fur and a tail.
Saderia learns that her parents death may not have been an accident. It is up to Saderia to uncover the truth. Even if it may hurt.
I really like the idea that Sarah came up with of a tiger Princess. Saderia is a good princess. She is sassy. However all of her sassiness could not keep me satisfied. None of the other characters drew me in. I found Saderia's Aunt and Uncle to be uncaring. While I know this was not totally true as I got further into the book, they did care. I just wanted them to be more sympathetic in the beginning.
There was plenty of mystery and action that Saderia found herself in. Again though without the support of the other characters to draw me into the story, it kind of went by in a blur. Although I found this book to be just alright, I am amazed that such a young author came up with this story and not this just one but several books. The younger readers will enjoy this book and getting to know Saderia. She will become their friend. She is like a girl only with fur and a tail.
September 20, 2011
Orphaned as an infant by a tragic fire which claimed the life of her royal parents, Saderia the tiger princess is being raised by her aunt and uncle, while learning how to be a "proper princess". Saderia is bored with her sheltered royal life, and dreams of being free to choose her own path and make her own decisions. She has no close friends to hang out with, so she instead loses herself in books and daydreams.
When Saderia begins to have vivid nightmares of events past that she could not possibly remember with any accuracy, and visions containing clues to her future, she finds that she misses the parents she never knew all the more. Her desire to learn more about them leads her on a quest through secret doors and beyond a long-ago plot to take down the monarchy, all the way to an ancient prophecy in an adventure which grows to encompass the entire forest, and all of the animals within it!
Author Sarah Renee captures the voice and thoughts of a strong-willed, independent and curious ten-year-old girl so perfectly that it is easy to forget that she herself was only 12 when she wrote the book!
When Saderia begins to have vivid nightmares of events past that she could not possibly remember with any accuracy, and visions containing clues to her future, she finds that she misses the parents she never knew all the more. Her desire to learn more about them leads her on a quest through secret doors and beyond a long-ago plot to take down the monarchy, all the way to an ancient prophecy in an adventure which grows to encompass the entire forest, and all of the animals within it!
Author Sarah Renee captures the voice and thoughts of a strong-willed, independent and curious ten-year-old girl so perfectly that it is easy to forget that she herself was only 12 when she wrote the book!
May 13, 2011
I really enjoyed this book! Full of secret passages and dungeons, it is a book I would loved to have had the chance to read as a young adult. The story, setting, and scenery depicted reminded me of a cross between Avatar and The Chronicles of Narnia so if you enjoy either of those movies/books I feel confident you will like this book. The author did a really good job portraying the trials and tribulations of life as a young adult (a royal one, no less) and the main character, Saderia, was portrayed as a positive role model which I find somewhat lacking in today's world. There was plenty of mystery and intrigue to keep me reading it as well as enough characterization to make you care about what happens to the main players in the book. The end of the book gave enough closure to satisfy those that need it and yet there was an opening in which you know there is more to come for Saderia. I'm very impressed with this young author's work and I can't wait to read the sequel!
June 28, 2011
Saderia is a young princess tiger who is forced to grow up quickly after the death of her parents. Her foster parents, aunt and uncle, teaches her the ways to become a proper princess, but she feels discouraged because they do not understand her. Later, she discovers secrets relating to the fire and distrusts those around her. The author does a great job portraying a tiger princess who just wants to be treated like anyone else. I became attached to Saderia and cared for her well being. This story is about self-discover and this young author is amazing. It is a well written book that is descriptive and suspenseful. I’m sure book two will be even better because the first one was very impressive!
May 29, 2011
Gosh, I was in the middle of typing my book when this first came out :) Amazing how someone so young was able to write this! At first thought, knowing it was Middle Grade...well, I didn't know what to think. I'm so glad I picked up this book. If I didn't, I would've missed out on a great book :) It drew you in at the very first sentence! All of it was beautifully written and I'm just simply astounded!
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5 stars!
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5 stars!
July 1, 2011
In reading 'The Tiger Princess', I was completely enamored with the characters from page one.
Sarah, the author, has a gift for bringing the reader into the story.
The princess Saderia, a young tiger, goes on a journey trying to uncover the truth behind her parents death.
I thought the author uses great voice, description and detail, and I cannot believethis author is only fifteen.
I highly recommend this book.
Jodi Stone~Author/Illustrator
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Sarah, the author, has a gift for bringing the reader into the story.
The princess Saderia, a young tiger, goes on a journey trying to uncover the truth behind her parents death.
I thought the author uses great voice, description and detail, and I cannot believethis author is only fifteen.
I highly recommend this book.
Jodi Stone~Author/Illustrator
www.goodreads.com/jodistone
March 3, 2013
BEST BOOK IN THE ENTIRE WORLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
July 26, 2018
I loved it when I was younger now it is not as good.
October 7, 2018
It was pretty good
October 19, 2012
"The Tiger Princess",the debut title from Sarah Renee, is the first in a series of stories geared towards middle grade readers starring a courageous young princess named Saderia. These delightful books depict youthful, humanized animals as they struggle against the elements of nature, and face the challenges of growing up. Children can easily relate to the engrossing saga of Saderia, while learning worthwhile life lessons, and enriching their imaginations.
The heartbreaks and hardships which Saderia encounter on her journey ultimately help to build her strength, and fill her spirit with courage. The main character is a wonderful role model, particularly for little girls. Miss Renee, who brought this story to life at the tender age of 12, lovingly instills her tiger princess with a grace, determination, and powerful voice. Both author, and character display a wisdom seemingly beyond their years.
Over the course of the story, some of the valuable insights the princess comes to discover include: "Life is all about taking chances. Life is lined with pain and grief, but it does not always hurt to let someone in.", and, "When you open yourself to love someone, they can hurt you, but they can also help you."
Saderia realizes "Good leaders always have to make tough decisions, but you have to look deep within yourself to make the right choice.‛ These and many other important truths are embedded throughout this engaging unique tale. I happily recommend this title for boys and girls under the age of twelve. With the holidays upon us, be sure and pick one up as a stocking stuffer, or Hannukkah gift for your favorite little reader!
November 22, 2011
Saderia is a teenage tiger princess who lives with her aunt & uncle in the Royal House. Her aunt and uncle have been looking after her since her parents died in a huge forest fire. She uses computers, a library and has private tutors coming to teach her every day.
Saderia is simply being brought up to be a perfect princess by her aunt Cia.
However, she doesn’t feel that she needs to wear expensive jewelery or speak correctly to be a good princess. Unfortunately her aunt disagrees with that and Saderia needs to study and do all the things she won’t need, according to her judgement (sounds very familiar to me. In fact it sounds like me & my school).
Princess Saderia is a curious kid, full of passion and adventure in her heart. She also has very vivid dreams that seem to be verging on the reality.
One day lead by her curiosity she decides to go exploring around the house. To her greatest surprise she founds more than she could ever dream of.
Her life is turned upside down when...
“The Tiger Princess” is a fantastic book about finding your own strength and path in life and letting your intuition & gut feelings come to the surface.
Sarah Renee did wonderful job at personifying tigress’ character, filled with many human features. Her understanding of young Saderia’s psychology is phenomenal.
While reading “The Tiger Princess” I was able to identify with the emotions & fears the characters were going through.
I would recommend the book to young people age 9-14, parents (epecially if they would like to understand their children better), librariens & teachers.
Saderia is simply being brought up to be a perfect princess by her aunt Cia.
However, she doesn’t feel that she needs to wear expensive jewelery or speak correctly to be a good princess. Unfortunately her aunt disagrees with that and Saderia needs to study and do all the things she won’t need, according to her judgement (sounds very familiar to me. In fact it sounds like me & my school).
Princess Saderia is a curious kid, full of passion and adventure in her heart. She also has very vivid dreams that seem to be verging on the reality.
One day lead by her curiosity she decides to go exploring around the house. To her greatest surprise she founds more than she could ever dream of.
Her life is turned upside down when...
“The Tiger Princess” is a fantastic book about finding your own strength and path in life and letting your intuition & gut feelings come to the surface.
Sarah Renee did wonderful job at personifying tigress’ character, filled with many human features. Her understanding of young Saderia’s psychology is phenomenal.
While reading “The Tiger Princess” I was able to identify with the emotions & fears the characters were going through.
I would recommend the book to young people age 9-14, parents (epecially if they would like to understand their children better), librariens & teachers.
July 30, 2011
Princess Sederia belongs to a world where she lives in many ways like a girl though she has paws and the intent curiosity that opens up the secrets of her parents’ death in a fire. At first, she lopes in and out of the palace, giving excuses to her aunt and uncle, the royals now, while she investigates. It’s as if her tail begins to curl as she slips behind doors to find keys and her mother’s diary. As the story develops, the princess must use even more tigerish methods in her distrust of her parents’ adviser, the lion Dastarius, and in her suspicions about her aunt.
I relished the way she becomes more tigerish as she roams the forest and eventually fights Dastarious. From Queen-in-training, her fiery dreams lead to her finding kidnapped animal children.
Sarah Renee has done more than an accomplishment for her teenage years. She has entertained and created characters who are tiger-like while involving the human reader. This is carried through with a steady balance and flow in the writing. The princess sniffing out betrayal leads to cleverly handled turnabouts. This would be a satisfying book for young readers and an entrancing one.
I relished the way she becomes more tigerish as she roams the forest and eventually fights Dastarious. From Queen-in-training, her fiery dreams lead to her finding kidnapped animal children.
Sarah Renee has done more than an accomplishment for her teenage years. She has entertained and created characters who are tiger-like while involving the human reader. This is carried through with a steady balance and flow in the writing. The princess sniffing out betrayal leads to cleverly handled turnabouts. This would be a satisfying book for young readers and an entrancing one.
November 5, 2013
MY THOUGHTS ON THIS BOOK
This is such an adorable book, and it is a wonderful book for young girls, and for anyone who loves animals. Saderia is a tiger princess. Saderia is now living with an aunt and uncle because she lost her parents at a young age. There is a lot of emotion and tension in this book, because Saderia and her uncle and aunt didn’t see eye to eye on everthing. Saderia wanted more. I loved reading about Saderia’s life and everything she went to in order to prove herself as a tiger princess.
If you are looking for a YA book full of adventure, this book is a MUST! You will love the characters created by this wonderful young author, and the story will keep you turning the pages because this story will pull you in and just won’t let you go! And scroll below to check out the other books in this awesome series!
I received this book from PUYB to read and review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 55.
This is such an adorable book, and it is a wonderful book for young girls, and for anyone who loves animals. Saderia is a tiger princess. Saderia is now living with an aunt and uncle because she lost her parents at a young age. There is a lot of emotion and tension in this book, because Saderia and her uncle and aunt didn’t see eye to eye on everthing. Saderia wanted more. I loved reading about Saderia’s life and everything she went to in order to prove herself as a tiger princess.
If you are looking for a YA book full of adventure, this book is a MUST! You will love the characters created by this wonderful young author, and the story will keep you turning the pages because this story will pull you in and just won’t let you go! And scroll below to check out the other books in this awesome series!
I received this book from PUYB to read and review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 55.
August 7, 2013
This is a great story! The reader almost forgets Princess Saderia and the other inhabitants of her kingdom are talking animals lol! The story is very well written and I think readers as young as fourteen will absolutely love following Saderia as she tries to solve the mystery of who killed her parents so long ago.
I give this book 5 of 5 paws
I give this book 5 of 5 paws
August 16, 2014
Omg...
Omg...
THIS WAS SO LOOK GREAT I cried, I laughed, I was always on the edge. there was drama,suspense, action, adventure. every element a great book needs.and to think, written someone so young!!! very, very impressive. it astounds me. I loves it. 100000000000001/10.
Omg...
THIS WAS SO LOOK GREAT I cried, I laughed, I was always on the edge. there was drama,suspense, action, adventure. every element a great book needs.and to think, written someone so young!!! very, very impressive. it astounds me. I loves it. 100000000000001/10.
January 10, 2014
loved it second best book i have read so far but love the story still
November 23, 2014
It's ok
I have no idea how to describe this book. I was confused most of the time I was reading this book.
I have no idea how to describe this book. I was confused most of the time I was reading this book.
June 17, 2015
This was an incredibly fun book to read to my girls. I was also amazed that it was written by a 12 year old because the writing felt more like an adult author.
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