Urchin and the Raven War
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2008

Urchin and the Raven War

By M.I. McAllister, Christine Enright (Illustrator), Janna Mattia (Illustrator)

Book #4 in the The Mistmantle Chronicles series

Ravens invade, threatening an island's peace. Can courage and cunning save them?

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Urchin, now a trusted member of King Crispin's court, faces a dire challenge when bloodthirsty ravens overrun Swan Isle. As these invaders threaten to destroy everything, Urchin and his friends must summon all their bravery and wit to protect their beloved Mistmantle. Will they succeed against such relentless foes, or will the island fall to the ravens' wrath? The fate of their home hangs in the balance, testing their unity and resolve.

From the publisher

After his last adventure, Urchin of the Riding Stars has taken his place as a trusted member of the Circle in King Crispin’s court. Life on the island is back to normal, with little Princess Catkin growing up and testing everyone’s patience in the process.But daily life is disrupted when Lord Arcneck and other inhabitants of Swan Isle come to Mistmantle asking for help. Their home has been taken over by bloodthirsty ravens that are attacking them and ravaging everything in sight.The brave animals of Mistmantle rush to the aid of their friends, but in doing so, incur the wrath of the invaders. The vengeful ravens are powerful and won’t stop until they hunt down and destroy every creature on the island. Only by using all of their courage and cunning will Urchin and his friends stand a chance of preserving life as they know it on their beloved island.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
296
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Middle Grade
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Book details

Publication
Published
July 14, 2023
First published
October 14, 2008
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781948959261

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