by Seth Davis
First published 2023
Prince Gabriel has everything a twelve-year-old could dream of. He lives in a castle with loving parents, owns a prized racehorse, and plays soccer before crowds of adoring fans. But Gabriel lacks the one thing he wants most: a friend. His search for friendship leads to a startling revelation that changes everything he believes about himself. Gabriel flees his royal life and finds a new soccer team, hoping to finally connect with kids his own age. Making genuine friendships proves more challenging than he expected. His escape from the palace eventually places him in serious peril. His new teammates must mount a rescue mission while racing against time to save Gabriel and get him back for the championship match that could determine their season.
Genres: adventure, contemporary, sports
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Castle, Palace
248 pages · Hardcover · Hilltop30 Publishers, LLC