Chasing a Legend (Pokemon Horizons: Chapter Book #2)

Name: Chasing a Legend (Pokemon Horizons: Chapter Book #2)
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By Maria S Barbo and Maria Barbo

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Chasing a Legend (Pokemon Horizons: Chapter Book #2) by Maria S Barbo and Maria Barbo takes readers on an exciting journey with Liko, Roy, and Captain Pikachu as they face off against an angry Galarian Moltres. Can they triumph in battle against the Legendary Pokemon and... Read More

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Chasing a Legend (Pokemon Horizons: Chapter Book #2) by Maria S Barbo and Maria Barbo takes readers on an exciting journey with Liko, Roy, and Captain Pikachu as they face off against an angry Galarian Moltres. Can they triumph in battle against the Legendary Pokemon and understand its feelings?

Along the way, the trio encounters a mysterious new Pokemon who needs protection from an attack by the Explorers. They continue to unravel the secrets of the Pokemon of the Six Heroes.

This volume is the second chapter in the adventures of Trainers Liko and Roy, along with their First Partner Pokemon: Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly.

Adapted from episodes of the Pokemon Horizons animated series, now streaming on Netflix, this book features black-and-white illustrations throughout. It is perfect for Pokemon fans of all ages.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781546131250

Publisher: Scholastic US

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 September 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: Scholastic US

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 133.0mm

Height: 193.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 144

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Maria S. Barbo is the author of more than 35 books for young readers, including the original 1999 #1 New York Times bestselling Official Pokémon Handbook. She has also been an editor, an art teacher, and a painter. When she is not working on stories, she can be found playing soccer or biking to the beach. Maria lives in New York City.

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