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Urchin of the Riding Stars - (Mistmantle Chronicles) by M I McAllister (Paperback)
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Highlights
- A tiny squirrel is found abandoned and close to death on a distant beach.
- 8-12 Years
- 9.0" x 6.0" Paperback
- 300 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Fantasy & Magic
- Series Name: Mistmantle Chronicles
Description
About the Book
Originally published in New York by Miramax Books/Hyperion Books for Children in 2005.Book Synopsis
A tiny squirrel is found abandoned and close to death on a distant beach. Adopted and raised in a welcoming colony of animals, Urchin has no idea of his powerful destiny or his mysterious origins.
The rule of the good King Brushen and Queen Spindle is threatened by an evil plot from within the court. When a murder is committed, the isle is thrown into turmoil. Behind the scenes, ruthless animals are determined to seize the throne. But to underestimate the power of the islanders and the ancient prophecies is a big mistake....
Triumphant heroes and brilliantly wicked villains do battle in this first book of the treasured, heart-stopping adventure series The Mistmantle Chronicles. Glorious new illustrations by Christine Enright capture the spirit of Urchin, and the world of Mistmantle.
Ages 10-14
Review Quotes
"It's hard not to root for little Urchin and his friends when evil threatens to ruin their beautiful world." -The Washington Post
"A wonderful fantasy with heart and heroism." -Rick Riordan