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HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOUVE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . .

Dont miss this sequel to Waterstones Childrens Book of the Year 2022 Skandar and the Unicorn Thief. Skandar and the Phantom Rider is the second book in the international bestselling SKANDAR series, an unmissable adventure for listeners age 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Fireborn.

The Island shall have its revenge . . .

Skandar Smith has achieved his dream to train as a unicorn rider.

But as Skandar and his friends enter their second year at the Eyrie, a new threat arises. Immortal wild unicorns are somehow being killed, a prophecy warns of terrible danger, and elemental destruction begins to ravage the Island.

Meanwhile, Skandars sister, Kenna, longs to join him and Skandar is determined to help her, no matter what. As the storm gathers, can Skandar discover how to stop the Island tearing itself apart before its too late for them all?

Get ready for more action, unforgettable characters, and mesmerizing world building. And be one of the first to listen to the third thrilling adventure: Skandar 3 coming in April 2024 pre-order NOW!

ONE OF THETHE SUNDAY TIMESBEST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN 2023
SKANDAR AND THE UNICORN THIEF WAS THE WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023

‘Epic, unforgettable and endlessly exciting, Steadmans masterful sequel soars even higher than her debut.’ Aisling Fowler, author of the Fireborn series

Praise for Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, the first book in the SKANDAR series:

‘Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm.’The TimesChildren’s Book of the Week
Pacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read.Louie Stowell,author ofLokiandOtherland
A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathlessmoment of it!Cat Doyle,author ofThe Storm Keepers Islandand co-author ofTwin Crowns
The best book Ive ever read.Patrick, age 10
My book of the year. Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. Youll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to!Dominique Valente,author of the Starfell series
Never have unicorns been so ferocious, fearsome and thrilling! A fantastically gripping read!Laura Ellen Anderson,author of Amelia Fang and Rainbow Grey
A magnificent book. I raced through it at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed. Its everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly.Hannah Gold, author ofThe Last Bear
Skandar and the Unicorn Thiefbrims with wild adventure, fierce sky battles, elemental magic, ferocious unicorns and a terrifying enemy. Steadman’s cinematic writing draws you in from the very first page, creating a hugely compelling, unforgettable read. Endlessly thrilling, unputdownable and utterly unmissable.Aisling Fowler, author ofFireborn
A. F. Steadman has created a stunning new world that feels both familiar and fresh, with a cast of characters that will stay with you long after youve finished reading.Tl Okogwu,author ofOnyeka and the Academy of the Sun
‘SKANDAR soars with magic, adventure, and pulse-pounding fun the book equivalent of riding a rollercoaster while eating cake with fireworks exploding overhead!’ Andy Sagar, author of theYesterday Crumb series
‘Perfect for those who have consumed the Harry Potter books and Philip PullmansHis Dark Materialstrilogy and are looking for their next fictional feast.’ The Sunday Times

PRODUCT DETAILS :

DIMENSION : 198 mm x 130 mm
SERIES : Skandar
SERIES PART: 2.0

PRODUCT CATEGORY :
Childrens, Teenage & Educational