The Trials of Oland Born: Curse of Kings
By Alex Barclay
Published by
HarperCollins Children's Books
ISBN 978-0-00-733576-3
Category Adventure/Fantasy
Spring 2013
Synopsis
Oland Born is no one but a lowly servant in Castle Derrington. Then, one night, he finds a letter from a long-dead king. No sooner has he read the message than a mysterious stranger tries to kidnap him. Oland runs, the dead kings warning ringing in his ears...
Author's Biography
Alex Barclay is the award-winning author of five rime novels for adults. 'Curse of Kings' is her first novel for children, and the first in 'THE Trials of Oland Born' series.
Reviews
Fiercely imaginative, with razor-sharp twists and a plot that moves so fast it ignites’ – Derek Landy, author of Skulduggery Pleasant
Price: £6.99