Heroes and unicorns like you've never seen them before! The epic adventure continues… Don't miss the irresistible new book of the international success Skandar, for readers aged 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon, and Impossible Creatures.

Skandar and the Unicorn Thief was awarded the CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR by WATERSTONES in 2022 and won the INDIE BOOK AWARDS in 2023! Skandar and the Phantom Rider was one of the BEST CHILDREN'S BOOKS of the SUNDAY TIMES for 2023.

The Island always wins… Skandar and his sister Kenna are finally both at the Eyrie, but tensions are high. To survive their third year of training, Skandar and his friends must complete a series of terrifying trials in the elemental zones of the Island. Friendships, alliances, and rider-unicorn bonds will be tested to the limit – only the strongest will make it. Meanwhile, Kenna's bond with a wild unicorn has left her isolated and alone. And when a terrifying discovery threatens the future of the Island, all fingers point in one direction… As dark forces gather, Skandar must decide how far he is willing to go – for Kenna and for the Eyrie.

Prepare for unlikely heroes, elemental magic, battles in the sky, ancient secrets, and enormous unicorns in this highly anticipated adventure that will keep you awake until the lights go out!

Reviews for the Skandar series: "Skandar's adventures at the Eyrie, a training school for unicorn riders, have made him the most popular children's fantasy hero since Harry Potter." - The Daily Telegraph

"Stedman has a vast imagination, her world-building is delightful, the battle scenes are riveting, and her characters are captivating." – The Times

Reader Reviews: ***** 'Overall amazing in every area.' ***** 'My daughter rated them better than Percy Jackson.' ***** 'I don't know how I'll wait for the next one.' ***** 'I've read Harry Potter and I think Skandar is better.' ***** 'Move over Harry Potter, there's a new hero in town!'