| Cassandra's Castle Contributor(s): Gardner, D. L. (Author) |
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ISBN: 069292874X ISBN-13: 9780692928745 Publisher: D.L. Gardner OUR PRICE: $17.84 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2017 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Young Adult Fiction | Fantasy - Historical - Young Adult Fiction | Science Fiction - Time Travel - Young Adult Fiction | Magical Realism |
| Series: Ian's Realm Saga |
| Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6" W x 9" (1.01 lbs) 312 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Finalist Book Excellence Award 2017 Eighteen years after her father visited the Realm, Cassie discovers a portal to the same world when she takes a selfie with her cell phone. Against the wishes of her friends, she goes in and finds herself captured by a grumpy old wizard. Its through him she learns of the unrest happening in the kingdom called Alisubbo. When a handsome cavalry officer, Valerio, appears with his troops in all his pompous attire, Cassie is taken breathless. The cunning Valerio immediately recognizes the opportunity of befriending this lovely, young and naive stranger and sweet-talks her into helping his cause. Her mission, deliver an Appeal for Peace to the king. Cassie willingly takes the job, thrilled that she finally has the adventure she's wanted all her young life. Tragically for her, the letter is not what Valerio says it is. Cassie discovers she's been a pawn in a coup to overthrow the king. She discovers the lies and false accusations too late. Before she can stop the violence, her hands are stained in blood. She must somehow turn the tide, save the life of the heir, and persuade him to return and rescue Alisubbo from Valerio's tyranny. Other books in this series include Ian's Realm Saga and Diary of a Conjurer. |