Kingdom of the Wicked

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Kingdom of the Wicked by Derek Landy is an enthralling adventure in which magic collides with reality. The story follows Skulduggery Pleasant and Valkyrie Cain as they face a world where normal people are suddenly gaining magical powers. As chaos ensues, the duo must uncover the truth behind this mysterious upheaval while battling dangerous foes and facing unexpected challenges. It's a thrilling ride for young readers filled with humour, intrigue, and action.
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You might enjoy this book if you love thrilling, action-packed adventures filled with magic and mystery. With a blend of humour, dark twists, and engaging characters, it creates a captivating world that will delight young readers who enjoy fantasy and suspense.

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Kingdom of the Wicked

The seventh instalment in the biggest, funniest, most thrilling comedy-horror-adventure series in the universe…

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The seventh instalment in the biggest, funniest, most thrilling comedy-horror-adventure series in the universe…

Magic is a disease.

Across the land, normal people are suddenly developing wild and unstable powers. Infected by a rare strain of magic, they are unwittingly endangering their own lives and the lives of the people around them. Terrified and confused, their only hope lies with the Sanctuary. Skulduggery Pleasant and Valkyrie Cain are needed now more than ever.

And then there's the small matter of Kitana. A normal teenage girl who, along with her normal teenage friends, becomes infected. Becomes powerful. Becomes corrupted. Wielding the magic of gods, they're set to tear the city apart unless someone stands up against them.

Looks like it's going to be another one of those days…

Series: Skulduggery Pleasant

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In Kingdom of the Wicked, Derek Landy's talent for crafting engaging stories is widely praised, with readers lauding its thrilling narrative and a mix of humour and adventure. The book is noted for its compelling suspense and laugh-out-loud moments, showcasing Landy's dry sense of humour, especially through the character of Skulduggery. Many reviewers commend it as a remarkable addition to the Skulduggery Pleasant series, often surpassing expectations set by its predecessors.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007480210

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 February 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 37.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 410g

Pages: 608

About the Author

Derek Landy lives near Dublin. Before writing his children's story about a sharply-dressed skeleton detective, he wrote the screenplays for a zombie movie and a murderous horror film. "I think my career-guidance teacher is spinning in her grave," he says, "or she would be if she were dead."

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