Discover the epic children's debut novel from Alexander Armstrong - actor, presenter and storyteller! A modern classic for children aged 9-12, bursting with adventure, ancient magic, secret societies and fearsome foes ...For fans of Philip Pullman's Dark Materials, Skandar, Percy Jackson and Harry Potter.13-year-old Sam thinks he's an ordinary boy. But destiny knows better.Sam is part of an ancient, secret society: an order of quiet heroes who once protected the world. For decades, the Order of the Evening has lain dormant, all but wiped out by those threatened by its existence. But now the Order must rise again. For at the heart of the Order's lost palace lies a powerful magic; magic that, in the wrong hands, has the power to destroy the world. And an age-old enemy is closing in . . .Bequeathed with the mysterious seal of the Golden Linnet, Sam must uncover family secrets, face deadly foes and undertake perilous journeys. He will find allies in the most unlikely of places and learn to unlock his true powers. And he will - he must! - prevail.It's time to enter a world of magic, intrigue, danger and glory . . . if you dare!
'A triumph … a very modern fantasy, in which the inventive plot is balanced by a strong degree of psychological realism, and a hero to whom every young reader is likely to relate.' THE TELEGRAPH ?????
'A wild-winged adventure that soars effortlessly to the greatest heights of fantasy!' - BEN MILLER
"A fabulous quest story … a total page turner." - TOPPSTA READER REVIEW ?????
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About Alexander Armstrong
Growing up in the North-East of England and now himself the father of four boys, Alexander Armstrong knows all about the power and the joy of sharing stories. His debut novel for children, Evenfall: The Golden Linnet, is inspired by his childhood and the mystical history of the ancient North. It's a story that has lived in his head for many years and he is delighted finally to share it with you. And to get the space back.
