Secret of the Andes

Ann Nolan Clark

Cusi, a modern Inca boy, leaves his home high in the Andes mountatins to learn the mysterious secret of his ancient ancestors. Accompanied by his pet llama, Misti, he slowly discovers the truth about his birth and his people's ancient glory&endash;now he must prove himself worthy to be entrusted with the fabulous secret from the past.

1953 Newbery Honor Books:

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Moccasin Trail (Eloise Jarvis McGraw)

Red Sails to Capri (Ann Weil)

The Bears on Hemlock Mountain (Alice Dalgliesh)

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Last updated: December 2003