--- product_id: 37683446 title: "The Zoo at the Edge of the World: A Middle Grade Fantasy About a Boy Who Stutters and the Animal That Helps Him Find His Voice (Ages 8-12)" price: "$24.70" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/37683446-the-zoo-at-the-edge-of-the-world-a-middle store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # The Zoo at the Edge of the World: A Middle Grade Fantasy About a Boy Who Stutters and the Animal That Helps Him Find His Voice (Ages 8-12) **Price:** $24.70 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Zoo at the Edge of the World: A Middle Grade Fantasy About a Boy Who Stutters and the Animal That Helps Him Find His Voice (Ages 8-12) - **How much does it cost?** $24.70 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/37683446-the-zoo-at-the-edge-of-the-world-a-middle) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description From the author of The Bully Book comes a timeless story about a young boy, his father, and the world that comes between them, which New York Times –bestselling author Peter Lerangis called "magical, mysterious, fresh, original, and full of heart." Marlin is not slow, or mute; what he is is a stutterer, and that makes it impossible for him to convince people otherwise. What he is also is a Rackham: the younger son of the world-famous explorer Ronan Rackham, the owner and proprietor of the Zoo at the Edge of the World, a resort where the well-to-do from all over the globe can come to experience the last bit of the wild left at the end of the nineteenth century. In order to impress a powerful duke who comes to visit the zoo, Marlin's father ventures into the jungle and brings back a mysterious black jaguar, the only one in captivity. Everyone is terrified of it, including Marlin—until one night, when the jaguar confers upon him a powerful gift. Soon, Marlin finds himself with a difficult choice to make and, finally, something to say. If only he can figure out how to say it. A Magical Gift of Talking to Animals: When a mysterious jaguar grants Marlin the ability to speak to animals, he can finally express himself—but this new voice comes with a dangerous secret. A Complicated Father-Son Story: Marlin longs for the approval of his larger-than-life father, the famous explorer Ronan Rackham, but discovering his father’s dark side will force him to choose between family and what’s right. An Unforgettable Historical Adventure: Step back to the late nineteenth century in a richly imagined zoo deep in the wilds of British Guiana, where wonder and danger lurk behind every corner. A Coming-of-Age Mystery: As Marlin uncovers the truth about the jaguar, the zoo, and his own family, he must find the courage to speak up and become the hero he never thought he could be. Review: Love it! - I listened to this audiobook and it is a fun listen! A very enjoyable book and a unique story. Review: I loved it! Please publish a sequel! - I really enjoyed this book. It was captivating and suitable for teens and adults, which is hard to accomplish! I could see this becoming a series - I really want to know what happens after the end of this book! I know that Eric Kahn Gale has more of this story to tell, and I hope that HarperCollins gives him a chance to publish it. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #835,308 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #537 in Children's Zoo Books (Books) #704 in Children's Books on Bullying #916 in Children's Books on Disabilities | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 84 Reviews | ## Images ![The Zoo at the Edge of the World: A Middle Grade Fantasy About a Boy Who Stutters and the Animal That Helps Him Find His Voice (Ages 8-12) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/716xLUbcOiL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love it! *by B***B on March 24, 2018* I listened to this audiobook and it is a fun listen! A very enjoyable book and a unique story. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ I loved it! Please publish a sequel! *by K***E on September 13, 2014* I really enjoyed this book. It was captivating and suitable for teens and adults, which is hard to accomplish! I could see this becoming a series - I really want to know what happens after the end of this book! I know that Eric Kahn Gale has more of this story to tell, and I hope that HarperCollins gives him a chance to publish it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My son loved the book and he hates reading! *by M***A on October 25, 2017* My son loved the book and he hates reading! --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/37683446-the-zoo-at-the-edge-of-the-world-a-middle](https://www.desertcart.us/products/37683446-the-zoo-at-the-edge-of-the-world-a-middle) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-19*