The Awakening - Grant Langley

Some secrets are better left untold
Jabuti will stop at nothing to uncover the truth about his childhood. Suffering personal tragedies that would defeat a lesser man, he seeks advice from the wise old shaman. What he discovers on that fateful morning propels him on a dangerous expedition deep into the heart of the rainforest.
With warnings of blood-thirsty cannibals and mysterious white men who roam the forest preaching of their religion, he departs with trepidation. Accompanied by his two close friends they embark upon an epic quest that imperils them at every turn.
In this charged atmosphere two different civilisations will clash most brutally as Jabuti fights to make sense of his past.
BOOK DESCRIPTION
With our increasingly hectic and lonely lives comes a need for fiction that feels optimistic and happy. This new book trend with kindness at its core is called Up Lit. These uplifting books often deal with gritty issues and feature plenty of action and twists along the way. The Awakening is one such life-affirming story that leaves readers feeling that any hardships can be overcome. With everyday heroism, human connection and love at its heart, The Awakening is at the forefront of this new genre. This gripping new page-turner is a rollercoaster ride of emotions. With reviewers describing it as an engaging and engrossing read it is ideal for all those readers yearning for pure escapism. The Awakening is a must-read for fans of Paulo Coelho and Eckhart Tolle.
AMAZON REVIEWS
"Loved this book so much I bought the second one. The atmosphere and settings are so well written, it takes you into another world. It reminded me a little of The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho."

"Really enjoyed this read. He really captured the naivety of the natives and kept me interested right to the end. Can't wait for the sequel."

"A very good read, it kept my interest from start to finish, hopefully it will have a sequel! I have recommended it to my teenage nephew.