Guardians of the New Moon by Eric Huang is a fast-paced illustrated fantasy series for readers aged 7+. Inspired by East Asian mythology, it follows a group of young heroes with contrasting personalities who must learn to work together to protect their world. The series combines action, humour, and heart, with friendship and teamwork at its core.
The main characters are relatable and adventurous, offering different strengths and perspectives. The books are packed with black-and-white illustrations throughout, helping to support developing readers and bring the story to life. A great choice for fans of mythology, magic, and character-driven adventures.
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All the Guardians of the New Moon books in order:
Book 1: Ming and Miaow's Great Race (2025)
Book 2: The Year of the Rat (2025)
Book 3: The Year of the Ox (2025)
Book 4: The Year of the Tiger (2026)
I really liked Guardians of the New Moon: The Year of the Tiger by Eric Huang and Phung Nguyen Quang because it felt exciting and a bit magical...
Great adventure story! The characters were brave and inspiring. I would recommend this book....
I read this with Evie who is 7 years old.
It is packed with adventure and magic.
However despite the importance of the story it also has some humour...