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When a sudden storm destroys Charles' ship and he is presumed dead, Rose believes something sinister is at work and she sets off on a perilous journey, with the fate of the entire world at stake.
A beautiful, epic story of destiny, magic and love... Reborn for a new generation of readers. Rose is an unusual child, a North Child. Rose was born facing north, and the old stories say she will ventue far from home and embark on a dangerous journey. Making a pact with an enormous white bear, Rose travels on his back to a mysterious castle that holds a dark enchantment, a darker temptation, and the key to her true destiny... A spellbinding adventure to curl up with on long winter nights.
A young woman journeys to a distant castle on the back of a great white bear who is the victim of a cruel enchantment.
With her sure, loving, gardener's touch, Mrs. Spitzer nutures the students in her classroom each year.
Told through multiple points of view in free verse, eight teenagers partying the last weekend before their senior year of high school participate in a seemingly harmless prank that goes tragically awry.
A series debut from the New York Times-bestselling author of East—“a dramatic tale, infused with Irish myth and folklore, that fantasy fans will relish” (Booklist). Collun has always been happiest working in his garden. But his peaceful life is shattered when his sister, Nessa, mysteriously disappears. He sets off to find her and soon realizes that he and his traveling companions, including the feisty young archer Breo-Saight, have become involved in something much larger and more sinister than he had imagined. “There is high adventure in this fantasy set in a mythical kingdom that resembles the British Isles of long ago . . . Fantasy fans will find the tale intriguing and look forward to further adventures in this kingdom.”—School Library Journal “A long, earnest fantasy with a Celtic flavor . . . The monsters are vividly rendered . . . Fantasy readers will enjoy this excursion over rich if well-trodden ground.”—Kirkus Reviews “Nonstop adventure.”—The Book Report “Action-packed . . . Well-crafted . . . Altogether satisfying.”—The Bulletin
The sequel to Hero’s Song from the bestselling author of East “has echoes of the genre’s masters—Lloyd Alexander, C.S. Lewis, and J.R.R. Tolkien” (School Library Journal). Breo-Saight, the young archer from Hero’s Song, has abandoned her lifelong mission to avenge her father’s murder. But just as she stops pursuing the murderers, they turn up again, leading Brie to her birthright—a fire arrow. The magical arrow leads Brie to a strange country, where she finds the family and happiness she’s never known. But she also finds evil at work—the doings of a sinister, one-eyed sorcerer named Balor. Though Brie has given up on vengeance, she knows she must follow her mission throug...
The stunning prequel to Abi Elphinstone's mesmerising The Unmapped Chronicles series. Magic, adventure, and a whole new world is waiting to be discovered! The perfect series for adventurers aged 9+ and fans of Michelle Harrison, Piers Torday and Jamie Littler. The Unmapped Chronicles will not only leave children entertained, but will also empower them to battle climate change and environmental issues. *DYSLEXIA FRIENDLY TEXT DESIGN!* Where the map ends, the adventure begins . . . It is midnight in Crackledawn – a midnight full of magic. Sea dragons stir in the depths of the ocean, silver whales surface beneath the moon and sand goblins line the shores. Everyone is waiting for the phoenix, ...
A highly original and magical debut novel, about Tom, caught between his elfin home and the world of humans. It combines a gripping story and strong characters with powerful images and insights into what it is that makes us human.
As the sun goes down on Sleepy Hill the animals are settling down for the night. This beautifully illustrated picture book with intricate peek-through pages and rhyming text is perfect for bedtime reading.