The Bone Queen

A Tolkien-esque epic fantasy perfect for fans of Garth Nix, Tamora Pierce and Ursula K. Le Guin. Bestselling author Alison Croggon introduces readers to the world of Pellinor in this captivating high fantasy novel of rivalry, friendship and forgiveness.

Cadvan of Lirigon, one of the most powerful Bards of his time, has been exiled from the School of Lirigon for a grievous crime that unleashed the power of the Bone Queen. Isolated and guilt-ridden, he is burdened by memories of his dealings with the Dark. Meanwhile, across Edil-Amarandh, a number of disturbing events suggest that the Bone Queen may not have been successfully banished, as was previously believed. The Light is under threat, but does Cadvan have the strength to face the Bone Queen again?

“Magnificent yet intimate, dark yet tender.” Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“The atmosphere of the novel is J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth mixed with Tamora Pierce’s Tortall and a little of the Wizarding World of ‘Harry Potter’ for good measure.” School Library Journal