The Uprising: The Mapmakers in Cruxcia

Sal, Joe, Francie, and Humphrey Santander are mapmakers searching for their father, a famous explorer who disappeared on his last expedition. They arrive in Cruxcia, where the people are fighting to protect their land from the Grania Trading Company. The Santanders' mapping skills may be the key to saving the ancient valley and reuniting their family.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 03 November 2021
Publisher: Gecko Press

The land holds the truth, and the maps will reveal it.
Sal, Joe, Francie, and Humphrey Santander are mapmakers on a quest to find their father, a renowned explorer who vanished during his last expedition. Their journey leads them to Cruxcia, a land plagued by conflict as the people struggle to safeguard their land from the all-powerful Grania Trading Company. The Santanders' exceptional mapping skills hold the potential to be the missing piece in the Cruxcian race to save the ancient valley and reunite their family.

As they delve deeper into the mysterious land, the Santanders encounter various challenges and obstacles. They must navigate treacherous terrain, evade the watchful eyes of the Grania Trading Company, and unravel the secrets of the ancient valley. Along the way, they encounter a diverse cast of characters, each with their own motivations and agendas.

One such character is Xander, a young Cruxcian who is fiercely protective of his homeland. Xander believes that the Grania Trading Company is exploiting the land and its resources for their own gain, and he is determined to stop them at any cost. He joins forces with the Santanders, sharing his knowledge of the valley and his skills as a warrior.

Another key figure is Professor Tannis, a renowned archaeologist who has been studying the ancient valley for years. Tannis is fascinated by the history and culture of the Cruxcians and believes that the Santanders' maps could hold the key to unlocking the mysteries of the valley. He offers his expertise and resources to help the Santanders in their quest.

As the Santanders continue their journey, they discover that the Grania Trading Company is not the only threat to the ancient valley. They also face a powerful ancient evil that has been awakened by the company's activities. The evil has the power to control the minds and bodies of its victims, and it is determined to destroy everything in its path.

The Santanders must use all of their skills and resources to defeat the ancient evil and save the ancient valley. They must confront their fears and doubts, and work together as a team to overcome the challenges that lie ahead. In the end, they discover that the truth about their father and the ancient valley is more profound than they could have ever imagined.

The Santanders return home, reunited with their father and with a newfound understanding of the importance of protecting the natural world and the legacy of the explorers who have come before them. They continue to map the world, using their skills and knowledge to uncover the secrets of the unknown and to preserve the beauty and wonder of the world for generations to come.

Weight: 280g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781776574049