The Poisoned King
Katherine Rundell
This is a book for adults who want to read a children’s story reminiscent of C.S. Lewis, and for children who want an adventure with the most glorious magical beasts. Written as a sequel to the highly acclaimed Impossible Creatures, this new story takes us again into a fantasy world of kings, oceans, magic and quest underpinned by philosophical musings but lightened by wit.
In this tale Christopher returns to the world through the lake to save the dragons who are inexplicably dying. Meanwhile the Princess Anya witnesses the death of her grandfather, the King of the realm, and sets out to seek justice for him. Inevitably the two children meet and work together. Unlike many of the current fantasy adventures this is more restrained in terms of the emotional journey the children go on but this is no bad thing. In its place is a much detailed and vivid description of the creatures and their surroundings which is sure to spark imagination. Put simply, this is very good.
Published by Bloomsbury, 2025
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