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The Burning Swift (Shadow Skye, Book Three)

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The Burning Swift is the thrilling conclusion to the Shadow Skye trilogy by Joseph Elliott. The story follows Agatha, Jaime, and Sigrid as they confront enemies threatening their land, while navigating personal challenges and discovering inner strengths. Set in a richly imagined world, this adventure blends suspense with themes of friendship and courage, culminating in an action-packed finale suitable for young readers.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by thrilling adventures and intricate world-building. This final instalment in the series offers a compelling mix of magic, action, and friendship that keeps readers of all ages on the edge of their seats. It's perfect for those who love imaginative tales with a strong cast of characters facing epic challenges.

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The epic conclusion to the critically acclaimed Shadow Skye series, a rich fantasy adventure trilogy set in a mythical Scotland.

As old enemies unite, only the most powerful will survive...

News has reached Skye of a vast army approaching from the south, intent on the annihilation of every Scotian.

As Jamie risks his life on an ancient and forbidden blood magic, Sigrid returns to the wilds of Ingland in the hope of an alliance. Meanwhile, Agatha is forced on a journey to the very heart of the enemy.

With the army marching ever closer, Jamie, Agatha, and Sigrid will need all their courage, cunning, and sacrifice to survive the final battle and save the future of Scotia...

Praise for the Shadow Skye trilogy:

"Thrilling, strange and brutally involving." Guardian

"A story fantasy-loving young readers may not even know they've been waiting for." New York Times

"A gripping story and a dark one." Wall Street Journal

"An exciting new fantasy series set in an ancient mythical Scotland laced with dark magic." The Times

"An absolute cracker. Electrifying." Belfast Telegraph

"A proper barnstormer." SFX

"A wild, thrilling and sometimes dark fantasy adventure." The Week Junior

"The chill barren setting of Scotia provides rich terrain for an unsettling wildness." Irish Times

"Packs a real punch with its high-level suspense." BookTrust

"Rich in atmosphere while dripping with grisly violence ... A fresh and exciting debut." Kirkus

"A gripping, brutal adventure that completely swept me away." — Emma Carroll, author of The Somerset Tsunami

"Agatha is that rare thing in fiction: a truly original hero, one for all of us. What a great book!" — Ian Irvine, author of The Three Worlds Cycle

"A thrilling adventure in a beautifully imagined world. I defy you not to want to follow Agatha to the end of the known world." — Frank Cottrell-Boyce, author of Millions

"A brave new voice in fantasy fiction." — Sally Green, author of Half Bad

"I could hardly turn the pages fast enough." — Holly Jackson, author of A Good Girl's Guide to Murder

"Darkly beautiful, original and brimming with hope and compassion." — Kesia Lupo, author of We Are Blood and Thunder

"A sublimely plotted, windswept adventure." — Cerrie Burnell, author of The Girl with the Shark's Teeth

"A triumph." — Katy a Balen, author of The Space We're In

"One of the freshest, most exciting fantasies I've ever read." — Sarah Ann Juckes, author of Outside

"The fandom I've been waiting for. Forget Gryffindor, Dauntless, and House Stark... I want to be a Hawk." — Aisha Bushby, author of A Pocketful of Stars

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The Burning Swift by Joseph Elliott is hailed as an adventurous children's book that doesn't disappoint, particularly noted for its satisfying conclusion. It gained attention in The Bookseller's January 2022 previews, signalling its recognition and promise in the literary community.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406385885

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 January 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Joseph Elliott is a writer and actor, well-known for his work in children’s television including CBeebies series "Swashbuckle" and CBBC sketch show "Big Fat Like". His commitment to serving children with special education needs was instilled at a young age: his mother is a teacher trained in special needs education, and his parents provided respite foster care for children with additional needs. He has worked at a recreational centre for children with learning disabilities and as a teaching assistant at Westminster Special Schools. The heroine of his debut series, the Shadow Skye trilogy, was inspired by the many incredible children he has worked with, especially those with Down’s syndrome. Joseph lives in London. Say hello to Joseph at @joseph_elliott.

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