Skandar and the Phantom Rider
By A. F. Steadman

HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU'VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . .Don't miss this sequel to Waterstones Children's Book of the Year 2022and Skandar and the Unicorn Thief.and Skandar and the Phantom Riderand is the second book in the international bestselling SKANDAR series, an unmissable adventure for listeners age 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Fireborn.The Island shall have its revenge . . .Skandar Smith has achieved his dream to train as a unicorn rider.But as Skandar and his friends enter their second year at the Eyrie, a new threat arises. Immortal wild unicorns are somehow being killed, a prophecy warns of terrible danger, and elemental destruction begins to ravage the Island.and Meanwhile, Skandar's sister, Kenna, longs to join him - and Skandar is determined to help her, no matter what. As the storm gathers, can Skandar discover how to stop the Island tearing itself apart - before it's too late for them all?and Get ready for more action, unforgettable characters, and mesmerizing world building. And be one of the first to listen to the third thrilling adventure: Skandar 3 coming in April 2024 - pre-order NOW!ONE OF THEand THE SUNDAY TIMESand BEST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN 2023SKANDAR AND THE UNICORN THIEFand WAS THE WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023'Epic, unforgettable and endlessly exciting, Steadman's masterful sequel soars even higher than her debut.' -and Aisling Fowler,and author of the Fireborn seriesand Praise forand Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, the first book in the SKANDAR series:'Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm.'and -and The Timesand Children's Book of the Week Pacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read.'and -and Louie Stowell,and author ofand Lokiand andand Otherlandand A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathlessand moment of it!'and -and Cat Doyle,and author ofand The Storm Keeper's Islandand and co-author ofand Twin Crowns The best book I've ever read.'and -and Patrick, age 10 My book of the year. Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. You'll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to!'and -and Dominique Valente,and author of the Starfell series Never have unicorns been so ferocious, fearsome and thrilling! A fantastically gripping read!'and -and Laura Ellen Anderson,and author of Amelia Fang and Rainbow Grey A magnificent book. I raced through it - at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed. It's everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly.'and -and Hannah Gold, author ofand The Last Bear Skandar and the Unicorn Thiefand brims with wild adventure, fierce sky battles, elemental magic, ferocious unicorns and a terrifying enemy. Steadman's cinematic writing draws you in from the very first page, creating a hugely compelling, unforgettable read. Endlessly thrilling, unputdownable and utterly unmissable.'and -and Aisling Fowler, author ofand Fireborn A. F. Steadman has created a stunning new world that feels both familiar and fresh, with a cast of characters that will stay with you long after you've finished reading.'and -Tọlá Okogwu,and author ofand Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun'SKANDAR soars with magic, adventure, and pulse-pounding fun - the book equivalent of riding a rollercoaster while eating cake with fireworks exploding overhead!'and - Andy Sagar, author of theand Yesterday Crumb series'Perfect for those who have consumed the Harry Potter books and Philip Pullman'sand His Dark Materialsand trilogy and are looking for their next fictional feast.' -and The Sunday Times