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The Secret of the Blood-Red Key

The Secret of the Blood-Red Key

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The Book of Stolen Dreams is a dazzling follow-up to The Book of Stolen Dreams, perfect for fans of Katherine Rundell and Philip Pullman. Rachel and Robert have defeated the tyrant Malstain and become the heroes of Krasnia, but Robert is swept away with his new friends. A boy appears knowing the secrets of the hidden blood-red key, and Rachel must promise to answer when it calls. When a young girl, Elsa Spiegel, is illegally smuggled into the Hinterland, Rachel must use her key to save her. Her fate is linked to Krasnia, and Rachel must battle to save her home as she knows it.

Format: Hardback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 14 September 2023
Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd


The captivating sequel to David Farr's extraordinary The Book of Stolen Dreams, this enthralling tale is sure to captivate fans of Katherine Rundell and Philip Pullman alike.

After defeating the tyrannical Malstain and assuming the roles of heroes in Krasnia, Rachel and Robert find themselves facing a new challenge. Robert is drawn into the company of his newfound friends, leaving Rachel alone to care for her ailing father, who is lost without their beloved mother.

Suddenly, a mysterious boy emerges, holding the secrets of the hidden blood-red key. This key holds the gateway to the Hinterland, a place of mystery and danger. Rachel is compelled to promise that, as the new key keeper, she will answer when the key calls.

Unbeknownst to Rachel, a young girl named Elsa Spiegel is illegally smuggled into the Hinterland. With no other choice, Rachel must use her key to rescue Elsa, risking her own fate in the process. However, Rachel's destiny is intertwined with Krasnia, and she must embark on a perilous journey to save her beloved home as she knows it.

The Book of Stolen Dreams has received widespread praise for its captivating storytelling and its ability to engage young readers. Michael Morpurgo, a renowned author, has hailed it as a "new and important voice for young people." Ben Miller, a renowned actor, has described it as an "instant classic," filled with "rare books, airships, and penguin-shaped hats." Anthony Horowitz, another esteemed author, has praised it as a "wonderful story," gripping and magical.

Step into the pages of this immortal adventure and discover a world of magic, mystery, and danger. The Book of Stolen Dreams is a must-read for anyone who loves a thrilling tale of adventure and bravery.

Weight: 424g
Dimension: 155 x 215 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801311090

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