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When the Rescue Princesses visit Princess Amina in the kingdom of Kamala to attend a royal wedding, they find a wounded tiger and risk being able to attend so they can find the tiger's cubs. Book #8
Quick Summary
If your kid loves princesses who also know how to save wildlife, The Shimmering Stone is a fun, fast read that mixes a royal wedding with a genuine animal rescue. The story follows the Rescue Princesses as they travel to the kingdom of Kamala, only to stumble upon a wounded tiger and then race against the clock to find the missing cubs while the celebration tries to go on. There's just enough excitement and a hint of mild danger (the tiger looks a little scary at first, but it's handled gently) to keep early readers turning pages, and the message about caring for animals comes through without being preachy. The short chapters and simple language make it perfect for kids in grades K-3, especially those who are just starting chapter books but still enjoy picture-book charm, and at around 12,000 words it's a quick two-point AR read. If your child liked the mix of princess adventure and animal rescue in the Princess in Black series, they'll find a lot to love here too.