Zeina Starborn and the Emerald King

£7.99

For Zeina and Jackson, life has changed dramatically. Now on the run with the fearsome sky pirates, The Smog Rats, their days are full of adventure. Still, Zeina is excited to be safe for a week or two when she and The Smog Rats attend the infamous Solstice Festival in a grand but secretive palace built by the ice bears. As humans are usually forbidden to attend and celebrate the Gathering – the only gathering of horned sky whales left, which happens only once every 10 years – she and Jackson are honoured. But things aren’t right. From crumbling ice structures to the strange behaviour of the new Emerald King, there are signs everywhere that this festival has an ulterior purpose. Zeina and Jackson must battle familiar foes and new adversaries in order to halt the invention of a new, cruel technology that would prove devastating to The Smog Rats cause and change the world of the sky whales forever.

ISBN: 9781510111851 Author: Durkan, Hannah Publisher: Orion Children's Books Publication Date: 6th July 2023 Imprint: Orion Children's Books Cover: Paperback Dewey: 823.92 (edition:23) Pages: 295 Language: English Edition: Paperback original Readership: Children - juvenile / Code: J Category:

The thrilling sequel to ZEINA STARBORN AND THE SKY WHALE, perfect for 9+ fans of BRIGHTSTORM and ORPHANS OF THE TIDE.

After months of being on the run, Zeina is thrilled when the Smog Rats are invited by ice bears to an infamous festival featuring horned sky whales.

But, from an ice palace with crumbling ice structures to the strange behaviour of the new Emerald King, something doesn’t seem quite right . . .

Zeina and Jackson find themselves going up against both new enemies and familiar foes in order to halt the invention of an advanced, cruel technology.

PRAISE FOR ZEINA STARBORN AND THE SKY WHALE:

‘A thrilling tale of intrigue and adventure in the clouds, full of wonderful creatures, mind-boggling gadgets, bravery, kindness and hope’ Thomas Taylor, author of MALAMANDER

‘What a ride! Zeina Starborn and the Sky Whale takes you on an adventure worthy of a great explorer.’ Kate Gilby-Smith, author of THE ASTONISHING FUTURE OF ALEX NOBODY

‘Packed to the fins with adventure, gadgets and plenty of heart’ Maria Kuzniar, author of THE SHIP OF SHADOWS

‘An exhilarating read with an immersive world that all readers will enjoy … and a main character that you’ll be rooting for all the way’ Rachel Faturoti, author of SADÉ AND HER SHADOW BEASTS

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