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The Secret of Ashona (Erec Rex #5)
by Kaza Kingsley James NgErec Rex might still become king--but the closer he gets, the more dangerous his tasks become.Given his romance brewing with Bethany, the discovery that his siblings are secretly king and queen of the Fairy world, and the knowledge that the Stain brothers are growing more and more underhanded, Erec Rex isn't exactly in an ideal state of mind to face his next two tasks. He will need to lean on his friends more than ever to complete what could be the most terrifying challenge he has ever faced....
The Secret of Bubble Bay
by Jojo WebbLucy is just an ordinary 10-year-old, but she and her best friend, Thomas, are about to embark on a very extraordinary adventure. They have discovered a secret. A secret that would lead them on an exciting journey to a remote island. But can they solve the clues and unravel a long-forgotten, 80-year-old mystery before time runs out? This daring duo will certainly give it their best shot! With its captivating plot and magical feel, The Secret of Bubble Bay is an absorbing read for any young adventurer.
The Secret of Castle Cant
by K. P. BathWelcome to the faraway Barony of Cant... a land out of time, and so small that it is destined to be forever lost in the creases of even the best of maps. Young Lucy Wickwright - an obedient maidservant who is perhaps a bit too good at her job - tends to the Baron of Cant's mischievous daughter, The Adored & Honorable Pauline Esmerelda Simone-Thierry von Cant. Lucy's eagerness to please her charge, as well as her elders, unwittingly leads her to become a key player in a mysterious rebellion that is brewing not only throughout the Barony but within the castle grounds. Soon, she finds herself not only a spy, but also risking her life for a cause that is pitted against her own mistress. When Lucy discovers that she - an orphan! - is actually the true heir of Cant and at the heart of the revolution itself, she must choose between foiling the rebellion, which supports her right to the throne, or betraying her own flesh and blood. With remarkable wit and a flair for the fantastic, debut novelist K. P. Bath captivates readers with fast-paced action and adventure, a cast of unforgettable, eccentric characters, and two strong female heroines who learn that cunning and heroism are not merely words in storybooks.
The Secret of Certavus (Bionicle Reader)
by Greg FarshteyThe Glatorian Vastus has always been a fighter who believes that being a fighter is really about is having the best moves, being the fastest, being the most agile or knowing the best tricks. Then he goes on a search for a legendary scroll.
The Secret of Dreadwillow Carse
by Brian FarreyA princess and a peasant girl embark on a dangerous quest to outwit a warning foretelling the fall of the Monarchy. In the center of the verdant Monarchy lies Dreadwillow Carse, a desolate bog the people of the land do their best to ignore. Little is known about it except an ominous warning: If any monarch enters Dreadwillow Carse, then the Monarchy will fall. Twelve-year-old Princess Jeniah yearns to know what the marsh could conceal that might topple her family’s thousand-year reign. After a chance meeting, Princess Jeniah strikes a secret deal with Aon, a girl from a nearby village: Aon will explore the Carse on the princess’s behalf, and Jeniah will locate Aon’s missing father. But when Aon doesn’t return from the Carse, a guilt-stricken Jeniah must try and rescue her friend—even if it means risking the entire Monarchy. In this thrilling modern fairytale, Brian Farrey has created an exciting new world where friendship is more powerful than fate and the most important thing is to question everything.
The Secret of Fiddler's Wood: -
by Sheila Tyrer HughesFor years, the people of Willowbridge have lived with strange goings-on in and around Fiddler's Wood, and for years, they have tried to ignore the ugly birds that watch them and the castle that comes and goes. But all that changes when Barney Witherspoon comes to live at Fiddler's End. He makes friends with Midge and together they determine to solve the mystery of the ancient wood. They don't bargain for the stone mason boggart who knows no loyalty and will serve anyone for a bowl of sweet bread and milk, but when Septimus Knott points them towards the castle, there is no turning back, and the secret of the wood is bigger than anything they can imagine.
The Secret of Glendunny #2: The Searchers
by Kathryn LaskyNewbery Honor winner Kathryn Lasky, author of the bestselling Guardians of Ga’Hoole series, delivers the second book in her new middle grade adventure series about a colony of beavers on a courageous quest to save the swan that protects their world.Return to the brilliant, adventure-filled world of Glendunny. Dunwattle and Locksley are going on their greatest journey yet in their search for their beloved mother figure, Elsinore the swan, who has been kidnapped by dark forces. Little do they know, they have a much larger expedition in store when they discover other persecuted animals and baby otters being held against their will for nefarious purposes.Will they be able to save Elsinore, the innocent animals, and themselves? Join Dunwattle and Locksley as they embark on this winding adventure, explore unknown lands beyond their pond, and endeavor to save their world and all the creatures in it.
The Secret of Haven Point
by Lisette Auton"A charming tale of found families and mermaids, with my favourite kind of hero at its heart" - Elle McNicoll, award-winning author of A Kind of SparkA stunning literary adventure from an incredible debut talent, perfect for fans of Kiran Millwood Hargrave, Cerrie Burnell and Katherine Rundell.I was Haven Point's first Wreckling, but I certainly wasn't the last. There are forty-two of us now, not including the mermaids. When you're a Wreckling, you mainly spend your days squabbling, eating and planning adventures. Oh, and Wrecklings also carry out wreckings, which is how we got our name . . .Washed up as a baby beside a remote lighthouse and raised by a mermaid, Alpha Lux was the first foundling at Haven Point. Now the lighthouse is a ramshackle home for any disabled person who needs somewhere to belong. Looting from passing ships to make a living, they call themselves the Wrecklings, and for the children of Haven Point life is spent adventuring on the wild shore (and getting into trouble with the grown-ups).But when Alpha spots a strange light up on the headland, she realizes that her beloved family are in danger of being discovered by Outsiders.With their home under threat, the Wrecklings must decide what kind of future they want . . . and what they're willing to do to get it.
The Secret of Ka
by Christopher PikeOne minute Sara's bored on vacation in Istanbul. The next, she's unearthed a flying carpet that cleverly drags her to the mysterious Island of the Djinn--or genies. By her side is Amesh, a cute guy she has a crush on but doesn't yet trust. When Amesh learns the secret of invoking djinn, he loses control. He swears he'll call upon only one djinn and make one wish. The plan sounds safe enough. But neither Sara nor Amesh are any match for the monster that that swells before them. It hypnotizes Amesh, compelling him to steal Sara's flying carpet and leave her stranded on the island. Discovering the carpet has sparked a new path for Sara, one that will lead her to battle creatures even deadlier than djinn. In this fight, Sara can save mankind, herself, or the boy she cares for. Who will she be forced to sacrifice?
The Secret of Kralitz
by Henry KuttnerA story of the shocking revelation that came to the twenty-first Baron Kralitz.
The Secret of Life (S.F. MASTERWORKS #195)
by Paul McAuley2026: Something is growing in the Pacific Ocean."The Slick" appears to be a strange, fungus-like organism, but its DNA is unlike anything else on the planet. Rumours start to fly. Was life discovered deep beneath the Martian icecaps on a recent Chinese space mission? If it was, no-one is confirming it, but could that same life now be spreading through the ocean and threatening Earth's entire food chain?Brilliant scientist Dr. Mariella Anders is recruited to join an urgent NASA mission to Mars to see if she can uncover the truth of this organism, but this is no straightforward investigation. Corporate powers are committed to exploiting the secrets of the Slick for profit; radical eco-terrorists strike out against rampant genetic engineering; and a second Chinese mission to Mars at the same time has its goals shrouded in mystery.The secret of life on Earth and Mars might be found on the red planet, but who can Mariella trust with the truth once it's found? And what price will she have to pay for it?
The Secret of Life (S.F. MASTERWORKS #195)
by Paul McAuley2026: Something is growing in the Pacific Ocean."The Slick" appears to be a strange, fungus-like organism, but its DNA is unlike anything else on the planet. Rumours start to fly. Was life discovered deep beneath the Martian icecaps on a recent Chinese space mission? If it was, no-one is confirming it, but could that same life now be spreading through the ocean and threatening Earth's entire food chain?Brilliant scientist Dr. Mariella Anders is recruited to join an urgent NASA mission to Mars to see if she can uncover the truth of this organism, but this is no straightforward investigation. Corporate powers are committed to exploiting the secrets of the Slick for profit; radical eco-terrorists strike out against rampant genetic engineering; and a second Chinese mission to Mars at the same time has its goals shrouded in mystery.The secret of life on Earth and Mars might be found on the red planet, but who can Mariella trust with the truth once it's found? And what price will she have to pay for it?
The Secret of Lillian Velvet (Kingdoms and Empires)
by Jaclyn MoriartyA Good Housekeeping Best Kids’ Book of 2023 Here are only a few of the wonderful, strange, and mysterious elements in this breathtaking visit to the Kingdoms and Empires: A very proper girl named Lillian Velvet, living a very lonely life with a nasty Grandmother. A jar of coins, each with the power to take Lillian on a journey to a different time and place…and also to grant a single wish. A small boy in a barn about to be crushed to death by a load of hay. A family, each member in mortal danger, who are strangers to Lillian (but whom clever readers will recognize). And a web of dangerous magic closing tight around all. Who IS this Lillian Velvet? And what is her secret? Only Jaclyn Moriarty has the ability to make readers laugh even while they grip the sides of their chairs in suspense. In The Secret of Lillian Velvet she is at the height of her storytelling powers, spinning, spinning, spinning seemingly disparate elements until all is revealed as one delicious, tantalizing whole. P R A I S E ★ "Readers will have a hard time closing this book… A must-have for any middle grade collection with fantasy lovers, and those who enjoy the likes of Roald Dahl, Neil Gaiman, and Lemony Snicket." —School Library Journal (starred) ★ "Enticing… In the nostalgic fantasy novel The Secret of Lillian Velvet, a child gains friendships and fresh insights about herself through extraordinary interdimensional travels." —Foreword Reviews (starred) "Absorbingly rich and strange." —Kirkus "Sparkles with energy, warm humor, and outrageous metaphors." —Horn Book
The Secret of Pax Tharkas (Dragonlance: Dwarf Home #1)
by Douglas NilesAn ancient ruin holds its secrets in a death grip in this exciting new Dragonlance(R) trilogy! The dwarven realms of Krynn are slumbering, locked in mountain fastness, removed and aloof from the affairs of the world. But the world has a way of finding someone when it needs them. A wealthy aristocratic dwarf from Kayolin is forced to flee his home. A gully dwarf from Thorbardin is lucky to escape his own city with his life. And a brilliant and impetuous descendant of the once-mighty Hylar wonders what failures have steered her people onto a path of self-destruction. Can she change that course before it's too late? Together, these three heroes hold the future of dwarvenkind, and all Krynn, in their hands.
The Secret of Shabaz
by Jennifer MacaireOnce upon a time, there was a brave and noble unicorn whose name was Shabaz. So wondrous was this beast, so loyal and devoted to his mistress, that he gave up his horn to a powerful magic to save her and her infant daughter from the evil and terrible Dark Lord, a necromancer. He travels through time with his precious cargo, and Birchspring, a warrior elf, to a place they believe will be safe. Two hundred years have passed. Tania, a servant lass, toils in the stable of the once mighty Castle Storm. An orphan, Tania has only her Grandfather Birchspring, and the tired old war horse she tends. Her life is hard and dull with drudgery. Until Tania hears that a new Dark Lord has risen, and threatens the centuries of peace the countryside has enjoyed. It is not all she learns. "Grandfather" Birchspring can no longer contain the secret of Tania's heritage. The tired old war horse can no longer maintain his masquerade. Together, the three cannot sit idly by while the evil force that destroyed Tania's mother returns to finish what he once started. Ill equipped, with only great heart and noble purpose, they ride to war. But it is more than battle they encounter. And it is only the force of love that will endure. Love, and the unicorn's final, precious gift.
The Secret of Spring
by Piers Anthony Jo Anne TaeuschA romantic tale of wizardry and botany!He is a sentient plant.Herb Moss is a nice young man. He&’s a Vegan: a member of a genetically engineered species, part human and part plant, living on the planet New World. It&’s a good life, really: Herb&’s engaged to be married to his childhood sweetheart, Lily; has a job with his father&’s firm; and can look forward to a solid if unexciting future. And as everyone keeps telling him, it&’s time to put down roots. If he happens to be bored every time he thinks about it—well, that&’s a normal part of growing up, isn&’t it? But still, Herb&’s bored. Surely, he thinks, a little romantic correspondence on the side can do no harm . . .She&’s a magician&’s daughter . . . Meanwhile, far away on the planet New Land, a nice young woman named Spring is feeling anything but bored. She just wishes she were. She&’s been living with her widowed father, Gabriel, a practicing sorcerer, keeping house and helping out with the business. It&’s been a good life . . . . . . with a big secret. But Gabriel has discovered hitherto-unknown magical secrets that can bring their possessor great riches, absolute power, and forbidden knowledge. To keep them safe, he&’s sorcerously locked them deep within his daughter&’s mind, where only her own true love—or, failing that, someone she likes a lot—can access them . . . so to speak.Trouble ensues.When Gabriel is killed under suspicious circumstances, Spring flees to the austere Order of Companions. There, grieving and lonely, she places a personal ad, looking for a pen pal with whom she can discuss botany. Little does she know that she&’s actually placed an ad in Play Plant magazine, and that her new pen pal, Herb, thinks she&’s interested in romance.Meanwhile, an ambitious wizard has learned of the existence of Spring&’s secrets. And he&’ll do anything to get them . . . including the obvious.
The Secret of The Tower (Circle of Magic 2, Book #2)
by Debra Doyle James D. MacdonaldWhat's a wizard without magic? Randal broke his promise the vow that all apprentice wizards must take never to use a weapon. Now Randal can graduate from the School of Wizardry only on one condition: that he not use magic until he is pardoned by a master wizard. Randal must travel to the wizard's faraway tower ... a journey made all the more perilous because he may use neither sword nor magic for protection. When Randal finally reaches the mysterious tower, it appears to be abandoned. But he soon discovers that the building holds a deadly secret.... The second in a four book series.
The Secret of Zoone (Zoone #1)
by Lee Edward FodiWelcome to Zoone: crossroads of the multiverse. In this inventive fantasy, fans of Diana Wynne Jones and Lisa McMann will step through an enchanted doorway and into a world filled with infinite portals to new—and sometimes perilous—lands. When a bright blue winged tiger appears on his aunt’s sofa, Ozzie can tell he’s in for an adventure. He’s thrilled to follow Tug—a skyger—through a secret door in the basement and into Zoone, the bustling Grand Central Station of the universe, where a thousand doors act as portals to strange and wonderful worlds.But some doors also hide dangers—and when the portal back to Earth explodes behind him, Ozzie gets more adventure than he bargained for. In a station full of wizards, creepy-crawlies, and the occasional cursed princess, Ozzie has to find a way to repair his door… and possibly save the multiverse in the process. Brimming with colorful characters, magical mayhem, and endless adventure, this new tween series has a doorway for every reader—just be sure to close the door behind you!
The Secret of the Ancient Tomb
by Olga Kryuchkova Elena KryuchkovaVictorian England. William Adamson, a professor of mythology, is fond of the history of the ancient Sumerian civilization, once located in Mesopotamia. Suddenly Adamson receives a solid inheritance and finds a sponsor in the British Museum. And thus, he fulfills his cherished dream — he goes to the Middle East, the cradle of ancient Sumerian history. After lengthy archaeological excavations, William and his colleague find the ancient tomb of the legendary king Gilgamesh, filled with artifacts. In particular, golden tablets dotted with mysterious symbols fall into their hands. Archaeologists are trying to decipher them and understand that Gilgamesh is a real historical person, a descendant of the Anunnaki race, who came to Earth from the depths of space. Returning to England, Adamson publishes a scientific work in which he tries bit by bit to restore the history of aliens. And he openly speaks out in favor of the extraterrestrial origin of not only the many artifacts found, but also of the people themselves. And actually offers to rewrite the history of humanity. Meanwhile, the Vatican is troubled by the bold ideas of a young archaeologist, undermining the foundations of faith, and is trying to resist William through various print media. Unknown people enter William’s chamber, after which important working materials disappear without a trace. The Vatican's agent steals gold tablets stored in the British Museum so that scientists could not completely decipher them and comprehend ancient secrets. However, a young lady appears on the “stage” who does not agree with the Vatican’s actions and has long been watching William, and clearly feels sympathy for him. In her appearance, she resembles a description of the ancient Sumerian goddess...
The Secret of the Desert Stone (Cooper Kids #5)
by Frank E. PerettiBiblical archeologist Dr. Jacob Cooper arrives in Togwana with his children Jay and Lila and one goal--to discover the secret behind the two-mile-high Stone that has mysteriously appeared overnight. Who could have excavated, carved, and transported the colossal Stone? The Coopers' uneasiness soon turns into dread as they are watched and threatened by the country's new government and brutal dictator Idi Nkromo. Follow the Coopers as they race to solve the mystery of the desert stone!
The Secret of the Dragon Gems
by Rajani LaRocca Chris BaronCo-written by Newbery Honor-winning author Rajani LaRocca and Chris Baron, this page-turning novel is told through letters, e-mails, instant messages, and video chats between camp friends Tripti and Sam over their shared love of a book series and some mysterious rocks they brought home from summer camp.Eleven-year-olds Tripti Kapoor, a feisty "word nerd" from Massachusetts, and Sam Cohen, a shy, imaginative, budding geologist from California, are both miserable at Camp Dilloway, a summer camp in upstate New York. On the last night of camp, they follow a shooting star to a quiet creek. There they find two silvery rocks glowing in the night. They each take one home, and their long-distance friendship begins.It's soon clear that these are no ordinary rocks. They seem to move on their own, get strangely hot, and even take over Tripti and Sam's thoughts! Inspired by their mutual love of their favorite book series, The Dragon Gems, they dub the rocks Opal and Jasper, after the Dragon Gems in the books.But others are interested in the stones too--including the owner of Camp Dilloway, who hides a secret of his own. Tripti and Sam must crack the Dragon Gems' code and keep them out of Dilloway's clutches, all while navigating the rocky road of middle school friendships and learning to stand up for what is right.
The Secret of the Enchanted Forest (The Schmooney Trilogies, Book 1)
by Bob ShumakerBob Shumaker was raised in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio and now lives in Simpsonville, South Carolina with his wife, Sharon and their daughter, Katy. He retired early from his sales and marketing company to focus on one of his lifelong passions: writing. He began writing at age nine, inventing short stories and plays for his family and friends, and has never lost his love of storytelling. The Secret of the Enchanted Forest is book one of The Schmooney Trilogies, a series of fantasy adventure novels for children. This is his first published novel. Watch the website www. museenterprises. net for news about his next books and other creative ventures. Have you ever had that feeling? A feeling that something is about to happen, but you don't know what? Austin Cook has that feeling. But what he is about to experience is beyond anything he would have imagined. As far back as Austin can remember he and his family have visited his uncle in Mountview, a small North Carolina town. For nature-loving Austin, it's his favorite place on earth. Uncle Steve always has wild, adventurous stories to tell. He is the ideal guide for a boy who wants to go exploring in the woods and Mountview is the perfect place for Austin to learn about the wildlife that fascinates him. He loves all kinds of animals, and they have always been drawn to him.
The Secret of the Fairies: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure (Thea Stilton)
by Thea StiltonA magical world is in danger! The Thea Sisters are on their way. . . .Thea Stilton and the Thea Sisters are on an expedition to the fantastical Land of Erin. While they are searching for a missing friend, they learn that the land itself is in peril! The mouselets are ready to help.On their journey, they encounter fairies, pixies, and other magical creatures -- some helpful, but some out to trick them! Can the Thea Sisters save the Land of Erin before it's too late? It's an adventure full of mystery and friendship!
The Secret of the Fifth Mysticon (Mysticons)
by Liz MarshamMysticon Knight Em is contacted by a mysterious spirit who claims to be the original Fifth Mysticon from eons ago. Em trusts the spirit, and convinces the other Mysticons to follow her on a quest through another dimension, uncovering ancient rituals and mysteries of the Mysticons of old. But then they discover a terrible secret about the Fifth Mysticon—one that threatens to tear the current team apart!
The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls: Journey to Jericho, Book 4 (The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls #4)
by M.J. ThomasThe Hidden Scrolls send siblings Peter and Mary back to the Battle of Jericho in this fourth installment of the time-traveling chapter book series.The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls series follows siblings Peter and Mary and their dog, Hank, as they discover ancient scrolls that transport them back to key moments in biblical history. In this fourth adventure, the time-traveling trio journeys to an ancient desert and finds the Israelites preparing to enter the Promised Land. With limited time to solve the secret of the scroll, Peter and Mary join Israelite spies on a reconnaissance mission to Jericho; sneak Rahab to safety; and ultimately face the scheming man in black as the walls of the city begin to crumble. Fans of the series will love this whirlwind adventure that brings the Bible to life.