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The Grey King

The Dark is Rising sequence
By Susan Cooper
Series: A Puffin Book
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The Grey King is a tale of magic and mystery, set in the serene landscapes of Wales. It follows Will Stanton, who embarks on a quest to recover a powerful artefact needed to combat the forces of darkness. Guided by enigmatic allies and ancient legends, he must face the formidable Grey King while unravelling secrets linked to his own destiny.
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The fourth powerful book in the classic The Dark is Rising sequence.

Following a serious illness, Will is sent to stay with his uncle in the wild, bleak mountains of Tywyd. He is troubled by vague memories until he meets the mysterious Bran—suddenly, Will knows the task that lies ahead. With Bran's help, Will sets out to find the golden harp and awaken the six sleepers who must join the final battle between the Dark and the Light. But Will is about to encounter his most terrifying opponent yet—the Grey King.

The fourth powerful book in the highly acclaimed Dark is Rising sequence.

Series: A Puffin Book

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241377116

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 November 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 192g

Pages: 272

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Featured In Stock Kid's Books New to Book Hero Series: A Puffin Book Susan Cooper Young Adult

About the Author

Susan Cooper is a world-renowned author of children's books. Born and brought up in England, she worked as a journalist before moving to America, where she now lives. Her classic The Dark Is Rising sequence has won the Newbery Medal and was twice shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal. Her Boggart titles have won the Scottish Arts Council Children's Book Award and been shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal and the Smarties Prize. King of Shadows was also shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal. As well as writing novels, Susan Cooper has written for the theatre and for television. Her website is at www.thelostland.com and her Facebook is at www.facebook.com/SusanCooperFanPage

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