The Islands of Chaldea
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Aileen comes from a long line of magic makers, and her aunt Beck is the most powerful magician on Skarr. But in this coming of age fantasy, Aileen worries her own magic has yet to reveal itself, even though she is old enough and it should have by now. When Aileen is sent over the sea on a mission for the King, she worries that she'll be useless and in the way. A powerful, magical talking cat changes all of that—and with every obstacle Aileen faces, she becomes stronger and more confident, until her magic blooms. This stand-alone fantasy adventure for kids, by the beloved and acclaimed author of such classic fantasy novels as Howl's Moving Castle and the Chrestomanci books, will be welcomed by fans old and new. "Jones's imaginative vigor is unabated in this last, picaresque novel; her deft, fluid style and penchant for precise, characterful description are amply present," proclaimed The Horn Book.
A royal mission across dangerous seas is no place for a girl with no magic. Or is it the perfect place?
- An Unlikely Hero: Aileen is sure she’s a failure, born into a magical family with no magic of her own. But when the King needs her, she must find a different kind of strength.
- A Mysterious Animal Companion: A huge, ugly, and powerfully magical talking cat named Plug-Ugly joins the quest, and he seems to know more about Aileen’s destiny than she does.
- An Epic Quest: The journey will take them across the magical Islands of Chaldea, from the misty shores of Skarr to strange new lands, in a race to break a powerful spell.
- Found Family: Aileen is joined by a spoiled prince and an overlooked outcast. They’ll have to learn to trust each other if they hope to survive the journey ahead.
- A Final Masterpiece: From the beloved author of Howl’s Moving Castle, this stand-alone fantasy was the last book from the legendary Diana Wynne Jones, completed by her sister.
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In a career spanning four decades, award-winning author Diana Wynne Jones (1934–2011) wrote more than forty books of fantasy for young readers. Characterized by magic, multiple universes, witches, and wizards—and a charismatic nine-lived enchanter—her books are filled with unlimited imagination, dazzling plots, and an effervescent sense of humor that earned her legendary status in the world of fantasy. Her books, published to international acclaim, have earned a wide array of honors, including two Boston Globe–Horn Book Award Honors and the British Fantasy Society’s Karl Edward Wagner Award for having made a significant impact on fantasy. Acclaimed director and animator Hayao Miyazaki adapted Howl’s Moving Castle into a major motion picture, which was nominated for an Academy Award.
Ursula Jones is an actress, children’s author, and playwright. She has performed with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Unicorn Theatre for Children. Her books include The Youngsters and The Lost King. She lives in London.
