by Garth Nix
First published 2018
Odo and Eleanor are bored knights, stuck guarding their sleepy village. But their restlessness is soon answered when a mysterious old man enlists them on a perilous quest. With their talking swords in tow, the pair must journey to unknown lands, battle unseen foes, and uncover dark secrets to prevent a vile pretender from seizing the crown. Along the way, they'll need to heed an ancient chant and summon the aid of mighty dragons.
Genres: fiction, adventure, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, whimsical
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family
272 pages · Hardcover · Scholastic Press