Synopsis
**An exciting World War II adventure from acclaimed author
Ally Sherrick - blending her trademark rip-roaring historical
storytelling with mythology and magic!**
FROM THE WINNER OF THE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION'S YOUNG
QUILLS AWARD
'This is a thrilling, atmospheric story full of heart-stopping
moments and mystical elements' PRIMARY TIMES
'This fast-paced adventure zips along' BOOKTRUST
'A stunning historical story embroiled in magic, myth and
legend' THE PHOENIX COMIC
It's World War II and Britain is on the brink of invasion.
Londoner George has been sent to live in the countryside while
his brother and guardian, Charlie, trains to be a pilot -
but he's very far from safe.
An ancient burial ground nearby contains a priceless treasure,
a magical Anglo-Saxon crown Hitler is desperate to possess.
Alongside Kitty, the granddaughter of a Jewish archaeologist,
George must find and protect the crown from the Nazi invaders before
it's too late ...
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From the award-winning author of Black Powder,
Vita and the Gladiator and The Queen's Fool -
A rip-roaring World War 2 adventure combining adventure
and magic - perfect for KS2 readers aged 9 and up -
Takes inspiration from real-life history to create a
thrilling story
Publisher information
- Publisher: Scholastic
- ISBN: 9781910655320
- Number of pages: 309
- Dimensions: 131 x 199 x 22 mm
- Interest age: From 9 years
- Weight: 246g
- Languages: English