The Secret Zoo

Basic Information

  • Series Name: The Secret Zoo
  • Author: Bryan Chick
  • Publication period: 2010–2017 (6 volumes in total)
  • Genre: Fantasy × Adventure × Friendship for younger and middle-aged audiences
  • Recommended age: 8–12 years old (upper elementary school – lower middle school)
  • Suitable for children who enjoy animal stories, fantasy worlds, adventure, and mystery.

Synopsis: The main characters—Noah, Megan, Richie, and Ella—discover that the animals at their local zoo seem more intelligent and cooperative than they imagined. A mysterious disappearance leads them to a secret entrance deep within the zoo, into a fantastical animal world called “City of Species.” There, humans and animals fight side-by-side against the evil forces of the “Shadowist” to protect the peace between the two worlds.

The Secret Zoo is a fantastical adventure series designed for animal lovers, featuring thrilling adventures, heartwarming interspecies friendships, and a cast of well-developed villains. For children transitioning from chapter books to longer stories, this series is fun, educational, and helps cultivate their reading stamina.

Hidden within the zoo is a door to another world.