In a fantastically well-imagined ice-bound world, fourteen year old Thirrin is made Queen of Icemark after her father has been killed in battle.
To keep her tiny kingdom safe, Thirrin must defend the country against a ferocious invasion helped by an unusual crew of allies including Wolf folk and Snow leopards and her very special friends, Oskan.
When her father dies in battle, fourteen-year-old Thirrin becomes Queen of the Icemark, determined to defend her tiny kingdom from the most terrible invasion her nation has ever known. This is the epic story of how she rallies her country and finds some extraordinary new allies: Vampires, Wolf-folk, giant Snow Leopards - and most precious of all, her friend Oskan, Witch's Son.
‘The writing is as crisp and clear and the snowy landscape Hill depicts so beautifully.’ Sunday Telegraph
‘His original and quirky approach could yet make him the proper heir to Joan Aiken’s crown.’ Philip Ardagh, Guardian
‘A most satisfying, absorbing and compelling read.’ Carousel
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About Stuart Hill
Stuart Hill was born in Leicester, in the East Midlands of England, where he still lives today. He has worked as a teacher and an archaeologist, and now balances life as both a bookseller and a writer. The Cry of the Icemark was his first novel.
