A.F. Steadman

The Island always wins... Skandar and his sister Kenna are finally both at the Eyrie, but tensions are high. To survive their third year of training, Skandar and his friends must complete a series of terrifying trials across the Island's elemental zones. Friendships, allegiances and rider-unicorn bonds will be pushed to the limit - only the strongest will make it. Meanwhile Kenna's forged bond to a wild unicorn has left her alienated and alone. And when a terrible discovery puts the future of the Island in peril, all fingers point in one direction . . . As dark forces assemble, Skandar must decide how far is he willing to go - for Kenna, and for the Eyrie. Get ready for unlikely heroes, elemental magic, sky battles, ancient secrets and ferocious unicorns in this highly anticipated adventure that will keep you reading after lights out!

HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . . Don’t miss the unputdownable new book in the international bestselling SKANDAR series, for readers ages 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Impossible Creatures. Skandar and the Unicorn Thief was WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 and WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023! Skandar and the Phantom Rider was one of THE SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN 2023 The Island always wins… Skandar and his sister Kenna are finally both at the Eyrie, but tensions are high. To survive their third year of training, Skandar and his friends must complete a series of terrifying trials across the Island’s elemental zones. Friendships, allegiances and rider-unicorn bonds will be pushed to the limit – only the strongest will make it. Meanwhile Kenna’s forged bond to a wild unicorn has left her alienated and alone. And when a terrible discovery puts the future of the Island in peril, all fingers point in one direction . . . As dark forces assemble, Skandar must decide how far is he willing to go – for Kenna, and for the Eyrie. Get ready for unlikely heroes, elemental magic, sky battles, ancient secrets and ferocious unicorns in this highly anticipated adventure that will keep you reading after lights out! Praise for the SKANDAR series: ‘Skandar Smith’s adventures at the Eyrie, a training school for unicorn riders, have made him the most popular children’s fantasy hero since Harry Potter.’- The Daily Telegraph'Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm.' – The Times Children's Book of the Week‘Pacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read.’ – Louie Stowell, author of Loki ‘A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathless moment of it!’ – Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper’s Island and co-author of Twin Crowns‘The best book I’ve 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. You’ll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to!’ – Dominique Valente, author of Starfell ‘A magnificent book. I raced through it – at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed. It’s everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly.’ – Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear'Perfect for those who have consumed the Harry Potter books and Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy and are looking for their next fictional feast.' – The Sunday Times Reader Reviews: ***** 'Overall amazing in every way.' ***** ‘My daughter has rated them better that Percy Jackson.’ ***** ’I don’t know how I’m going to wait for the next one.’ ***** ’I have read Harry Potter and I think Skandar is better.’ ***** ’Move over Harry Potter there’s a new hero in town!’ *Skandar and the Chaos Trials was the Number 1 bestseller in the UK Nielsen Bookscan chart, 27 April 2024

A New York Times bestseller Soar into a breathtaking world of heroes and unicorns as you've never seen them before in this "unexpected, suspenseful, and heartwarming" (Kirkus Reviews) middle grade debut perfect for fans of the Percy Jackson and Eragon series Skandar Smith has always yearned to leave the Mainland and escape to the secretive Island, where wild unicorns roam free. He's spent years studying for his Hatchery exam, the annual test that selects a handful of Mainlander thirteen-year-olds to train to become unicorn riders. But on the day of Skandar's exam, things go horribly wrong, and his hopes are shattered...until a mysterious figure knocks on his door at midnight, bearing a message: the Island is in peril and Skandar must answer its call. Skandar is thrust into a world of epic sky battles, dangerous clashes with wild unicorns, and rumors of a shadowy villain amassing a unicorn army. And the closer Skandar grows to his newfound friends and community of riders, the harder it becomes to keep his secrets--especially when he discovers their lives may all be in graver danger than he ever imagined.

Donâ??t miss this second book in the international bestselling SKANDAR series, an unmissable adventure for readers age 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson and Eragon.

Skandar Smith har fått drømmen sin oppfylt: bli en enhjørningrytter. Men idet Skandar og vennene begynner på sitt andre skoleår, dukker de topp en ny trussel. Ville enhjørninger – tilsynelatende udødelige – blir på et eller annet vis drept. Samtidig advarer en eldgammel profeti om fare og fryktelige stormer herjer den magiske øya. Kan Skandar klare å finne et svar på hva som skjer før det er for sent? Skandar og enhjørningstyven ble en internasjonal bestselger allerede før utgivelse, og nå er filmplanene godt i gang – der vi venter i spenning på nyheter. Skal vi tro målgruppens tilbakemeldinger så har første bok i serien virkelig glidd rett inn hos Percy Jackson-lesernes hjerter. Og nå er Skandar tilbake!

Skandar's adventure among the warrior unicorns continues in this spectacular sequel to the instant New York Times and international bestseller Skandar and the Unicorn Thief. 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, Skandar's sister, Kenna, longs to join him, and Skandar is determined to help her, no matter what. As the storm gathers, can Skandar find the key to stop the Island tearing itself apart before it's too late for them all?

Donâ??t miss this second book in the international bestselling SKANDAR series, an unmissable adventure for readers age 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson and Eragon.

The first book in a new fantasy adventure series for readers aged 9+. Â Soar into a world where unicorns are real â?? and theyâ??re deadly. They can only be tamed by the rider who hatches them.

Oväntade hjältar och fantastiska enhörningar. Missa inte den första boken i den internationellt bästsäljande serien Skandar – en serie för läsare mellan 9 och 99 år, och fans av Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon och Impossible Creatures." Du kanske tror att enhörningar är ett djur för gulliga sagor, men de hör hemma i dina mardrömmar!" Trots det vill 13-åriga Skandar Smith bli en av de utvalda enhörningsryttarna – att få ett livslångt (läs livskort) obrytligt band till ett så fantastiskt djur och ha chansen att delta i den magiska Kaoscupen. Visst, det är en tävling där deltagarna och deras bevingade enhörningar kastar blixtar och orkaner på varandra, men det är också en möjlighet till evig ära och beundran. Skandar är dock långt ifrån att kunna bli en av dessa utvalda, han portas till och med från att göra inträdesprovet. Men samma natt knackar en mystisk kvinna – en enhörningsryttare – på. Hon säger att ”de” har haft koll på Skandar länge och att hon har ett förslag …

A young boy who dreams of riding a deadly unicorn of his own fights for his destiny in this fantastical middle grade debut perfect for fans of the Percy Jackson and Eragon series Unicorns don't belong in fairy tales; they belong in nightmares. Skandar Smith has always yearned to leave the Mainland and escape to the secretive Island, where wild, bloodthirsty unicorns roam free. He's spent years studying for his Hatchery exam, the annual test that selects a handful of Mainlander thirteen-year-olds to train to become unicorn riders. But on the day of Skandar's exam, things go horribly wrong, and his hopes are shattered...until a mysterious figure knocks on his door at midnight, bearing a message: the Island is in peril and Skandar must answer its call. Skandar is thrust into a world of epic sky battles, dangerous clashes with wild unicorns, and rumors of a mysterious figure amassing a murderous unicorn army. And the closer Skandar grows to his newfound friends and community of riders, the harder it becomes to keep his secrets--especially when he discovers their lives may all be in graver danger than he ever imagined.

Soar into a breathtaking world of heroes and unicorns as you've never seen them before in this fantastical middle grade debut perfect for fans of the Percy Jackson and Eragon series Skandar Smith has always yearned to leave the Mainland and escape to the secretive Island, where wild unicorns roam free. He's spent years studying for his Hatchery exam, the annual test that selects a handful of Mainlander thirteen-year-olds to train to become unicorn riders. But on the day of Skandar's exam, things go horribly wrong, and his hopes are shattered...until a mysterious figure knocks on his door at midnight, bearing a message: the Island is in peril and Skandar must answer its call. Skandar is thrust into a world of epic sky battles, dangerous clashes with wild unicorns, and rumors of a shadowy villain amassing a unicorn army. And the closer Skandar grows to his newfound friends and community of riders, the harder it becomes to keep his secrets--especially when he discovers their lives may all be in graver danger than he ever imagined.

The first book in a new fantasy adventure series for readers aged 9+. Â Soar into a world where unicorns are real â?? and theyâ??re deadly. They can only be tamed by the rider who hatches them.

Bli med inn i en forrykende verden full av helter og fryktsomme enhjørninger i denne episke nye fantasyserien for alle som elsker Harry Potter og Percy Jackson. Tretten år gamle Skandar Smith har bare lyst å bli enhjøringsrytter. Å bli en av de heldige få som får klekke ut en enhjørning. Å knytte bånd for livet, trene sammen og kjempe for ære – bli en helt. Men akkurat idet Skandars drøm skal gå i oppfyllelse, begynner ting å bli farligere enn forventet. En mørk og ekkel fiende har stjålet øyas mektigste enhjørning – og når trusselen blir større, oppdager Skandar en hemmelighet som kan forandre verden for alltid. Gjør deg klar for uventete helter, elementmagi, luftbårne kamper, eldgamle hemmeligheter, neglebitende race og blodtørstige enhjørninger.