The Fire Dragon Chronicles
The Fire Within
A prequel to the events of Icefire and beyond, in this book we meet our hero, David Rain as a student desperate to find lodging. He is relieved to find a place at Wayward Crescent, living with the seemingly normal Mrs. Pennykettle, who makes clay dragons for a living, and her small daughter Lucy.
But one day, David finds himself involved in Lucy’s quest to save the life of a dying squirrel. This finds him on a journey of discovery, where he learns not only about himself, but the secret of Mrs. Pennykettle’s clay dragons!
Icefire
In this exciting sequel to The Fire Within, we find David Rain asked by his lecturer to prove the existence of dragons. In order to win the prize of a research trip to the Arctic, David must embark on a dangerous trip of discovery from which there is no return. He will learn much more than he expected, not only about dragons – but the mysterious legends of the Arctic and the polar bears…
Firestar
This installment continues the dragon saga, as David Rain once more must stop the evil sibyl Gwilanna as she tries again to revive Gawain - the last dragon - from the dead. An epic quest which sees the characters braving the Arctic wilderness, this thrilling sequel will have readers on the edge of their seats until the dramatic conclusion.
The Fire Eternal
Five years have passed since the mysterious disappearance of cult author, David Rain in the Arctic. Now, a number of strange events have come to pass – the Arctic ice is melting, polar bears are starving and the ghosts of Inuit souls haunt the skies. As the weather grows wilder and the icecaps melt, all eyes turn from the north to David’s daughter, Alexa. She may be the key to stopping it, but can one girl save the world from the forces of evil?
Dark Fire
With Earth on the brink of recolonisation by dragons, David Rain has an important mission: to seek out and destroy a trace of dark fire, the deadliest force in the universe. But with this task comes a terrible price: the destruction of one beloved clay dragon. What will David choose, when one small life means the rise of a Darkling?
Other Books to read
Stone Heart Trilogy
Stone Heart Trilogy: Charlie Fletcher’s Stoneheart series has captured audiences with its story’s accessibility and complexity. Each book is fast‐paced, fantastical and utterly thrilling from page to page.
Stone Heart: 9780340911631
Deep in the city something had been woken, so old that people had been walking past it for centuries without giving it a second look…
When George breaks the dragon's head outside the Natural History Museum he awakes an ancient power. This prehistoric beast, sentry-still for centuries, hunts him down with a terrifying wrath. And this is just the beginning…George and his companion Edie are trapped in a world of danger. And worse – they are quite alone.
Iron Hand: 9780340911655
'Edie,' said George, 'we're going to do this together. I'll be right there with you. Anything, anyone trying to get you is going to have to come past me first.' But when George makes his promise he is not aware that high on the rooftops an unseen gargoyle is watching them hungrily, quivering with anticipation for the moment when it will unfold its stone wings and pounce.
Silver Tongue: 9780340911679
George and Edie are travelling through unLondon, a world of danger on the city streets, and they are quite alone.
Time is standing still, and the rest of London is unaware of their plight, unaware of the hidden world of living statues, of Shackleton and the Queen of Time.
In the concluding part of the Stoneheart trilogy, Edie and George look deeper into Edie's past, and her future.
Chronicles of Ancient Darkness
Join Torak's deadly quest to vanquish the terrifying Soul-Eaters. Each book provides gripping adventure, dazzling entertainment and seamless storytelling.
Wolf Brother
Thousands of years ago the land is one dark forest. Its people are hunter-gatherers. They know every tree and herb and they know how to survive in a time of enchantment and powerful magic. Until an ambitious and malevolent force conjures a demon: a demon so evil that it can be contained only in the body of a ferocious bear that will slay everything it sees, a demon determined to destroy the world. Only one boy can stop it - twelve year old Torak. He is scared and trusts no one. His only companion is a wolf cub only three moons old, whom he seems to understand better than any human. Theirs is a terrifying quest in a world of wolves, tree spirits and Hidden People, a world in which trusting a friend means risking your life.
Spirit Walker
Torak's quest is far from over. A strange, creeping sickness, silent and deadly, is threatening the Ravens. Word arrives that the Seal Clan have the cure and Torak must face a lonely journey to find it. On the Seal's Island he stumbles into a world utterly unlike his own. Here life moves to the rhythms of the sea, the Seals build shelters from whale bones and skim the waves in fast, beautiful kayaks. And here Torak is welcomed by the kindly Seal Mage, Teneris, and kinsman, Bale. But all is not as it seems - Torak must keep his wits about him to judge who might be friend or foe.
Soul Eater
Torak has survived the summer and his heart-stopping adventure in the Seal Islands. He and Wolf are together again. But their reunion is all too short-lived. As mid winter approaches, Torak learns the worst from the White Fox clan - Wolf has been snatched. In a desperate bid to rescue him, Torak and Renn must brave the frozen wilderness of the Far North. They tread a deadly, dangerous path as they step into a world of deceit, treachery and lies and come face to face with the the most powerful and feared mages alive. Cruel Thiazzi, the Oak Tree Mage, Seshru the Viper Mage, beautiful and manipulative, and Nef the gruff Bat Mage - here too is Eostra, the mysterious Masked One - all of them bound by their desire for all creatures to bow before them. Under the dark wings of night Torak confronts vengeful ice bears, mistrust, broken promises and a terrifying evil. Another step is taken on his quest to destroy the Soul-Eaters, but with it comes the burden of an utterly chilling secret of his own...
Oath Breaker
When he was outcast, Torak was the hunted one. The following spring, he becomes the hunter when he swears to avenge the killing of one of his closest friends. To fulfil his oath he must brave the hidden valleys of the Deep Forest, where the clans have reverted to the savagery of an earlier time. Here, Torak finally learns why he is the Sprit Walker and discovers the true cost of revenge.
Ghost Hunter (NYP HB): 9781842551752
(NEW November 2009)
As winter approaches and Souls' Night draws near, the Eagle Owl Mage holds the clans in the grip of terror. To fulfill his destiny, Torak must seek his lair in the Mountain of Ghosts. He must defy demons and tokoroths, and find his way through the Gorge of the Hidden People. Wolf must overcome terrible grief. Renn must make an agonising decision. And in the final battle against the Soul-Eater, Torak must face the most heart-rending choice of all.
Others
Master of the Fallen Chairs: 9781846166259
With magic, mystery and a strong character that any boy or girl can relate to, Henry Porter has masterfully introduced us to a tale of incredible action, suspense and secrecy!
Bone Chiller: 9780340882191
Fear has a face... and it's watching. Small town life is no longer dull, just deadly... A gripping and terrifying read from a master of suspense.