Andrew Burdan – illustratör

Part of The Matawehi Fables or Ng? Waituhi o Matawehi series, this graphic novel is the story of two hostile tribes. In the midst of the conflict, two lovers from opposing tribes, K?hu and Kuratawhiti, plan to bring their warring tribes together through their marriage. But tragedy looms as K?hu must defend his beloved Kuratawhiti.

This graphic novel shows the stories of Meariki, a slave who serves a chief's only daughter, Hineamuru. When Hineamuru is abducted by a warlock, Meariki and P?hi, a young warrior and Hineamuru's lover, go on a hazardous journey to rescue Hineamuru.

This graphic novel is about Meariki, a slave who serves a chief's only daughter, Hineamuru. When Hineamuru is abducted by a warlock, Meariki and Pāhi, a young warrior and Hineamuruā's lover, go on a hazardous journey to rescue Hineamuru. Pāhi is brave but arrogant, while Meariki is clever and resourceful, and the journey's success rests on her. During the adventure, Pāhi and Meariki uncover hidden truths, and Meariki realises that in saving Hineamuru, her own true destiny will be revealed. This is the Māori-language version of Meariki: The Quest for Truth. This is part of the Matawehi Fables/Ngā Waituhi o Matawehi. Another title is also available in English, Arohanui: The Revenge of the Fey, and in Māori, Arohanui: Te Utu a Ngā i Parehe.