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Mia and the Traitor of Nubis
Series: The Umbra Tales
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In this epic sequel to the acclaimed Mia and the Lightcasters, Mia must learn to control her powers before the dark powers rise again!
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You can't escape the shadows . . .
The Elite are imprisoned, the Reaper King is once again banished from the world and the city of Nubis is trying to return to normal. So is Mia, but it's not so easy. Coming to terms with new powers and being the tamer of two umbra, she's also plagued by nightmares. Is the fear all in her imagination? Or are the agents of darkness somehow planning another assault? Once again, Mia's skills and resilience will be tested to their limit.
This is the second book in the sensational Umbra Tales series, illustrated by Ana Latese.
Series: The Umbra Tales
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Mia and the Lightcasters
Twelve-year-old Mia has always dreamed of being an umbra tamer. Like many other cities, Nubis has been plunged into Darkness by the shadowy Reaper King—a figure the children of Nubis only know in their nightmares and through horrible rhymes warning them to stay safely inside the city walls. When the Reaper King's minions capture her parents and take over the...Paperback$1899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Mia and the Traitor of Nubis
You can't escape the shadows . . . The Elite are imprisoned, the Reaper King is once again banished from the world and the city of Nubis is trying to return to normal. So is Mia, but it's not so easy. Coming to terms with new powers and being the tamer of two umbra, she's also plagued by nightmares. Is...PaperbackSold Out -
Mia and the Secrets of Lunis
Praise for the series: 'Thrilling, highly imaginative and action-packed.' Louie Stowell, author of Loki 'A page-turning adventure.' A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief 'Full of danger and excitement.' LoveReading4Kids, Debut of the Month 'Will keep readers on the edge of their seats.' Books for Keeps, Children's Books of the Year In this thrilling finale, Mia must...PaperbackSold Out
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780571368457
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 03 August 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Faber & Faber
Edition: Main
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Ana Latese
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 26.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 371g
Pages: 448
About the Author
Janelle is an author and fully-fledged gamer. Having started writing and querying at only sixteen years-old, she joined JULA in her early twenties. After graduating from Royal Holloway University with a Criminology and Sociology degree, Janelle moved back home to London, and began writing middle grade fantasy. In her free time, you can find her holed up in her room, gaming and watching anime (some of her favourites being Inuyasha, Dragon Ball Z and Death Note), or attending numerous comic cons and gaming events. Her FAB Prize winning story was acquired by Faber in a major auction.Ana Latese is an illustrator based in North Carolina. Her passion is to produce beautiful imagery inspired by vibrant colours, the idea of diversity, fashion, beauty and nature. She has illustrated Boys Don't Cry by Malorie Blackman, as well as working with editorial clients including The Washington Post. When she's not illustrating, she enjoys playing video games, bundling up with her dogs and watching Criminal Minds 24/7.
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Mia and the Lightcasters
Twelve-year-old Mia has always dreamed of being an umbra tamer. Like many other cities, Nubis has been plunged into Darkness by the shadowy Reaper King—a figure the children of Nubis only know in their nightmares and through horrible rhymes warning them to stay safely inside the city walls. When the Reaper King's minions capture her parents and take over the...Paperback$1899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Mia and the Secrets of Lunis
Praise for the series: 'Thrilling, highly imaginative and action-packed.' Louie Stowell, author of Loki 'A page-turning adventure.' A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief 'Full of danger and excitement.' LoveReading4Kids, Debut of the Month 'Will keep readers on the edge of their seats.' Books for Keeps, Children's Books of the Year In this thrilling finale, Mia must...PaperbackSold Out
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