Over Sea, Under Stone

Over Sea, Under Stone is the thrilling first book in Susan Cooper's acclaimed 'The Dark Is Rising' sequence, perfect for children aged 4-11. It follows the Drew siblings, Simon, Jane, and Barney, who find a mysterious ancient map during their summer holiday in Cornwall. What begins as a treasure hunt quickly escalates into a dangerous quest for the legendary Arthurian Grail, pitting them against sinister agents of the Dark. This chapter book masterfully blends a realistic family adventure with deep mythological fantasy, introducing themes of good versus evil, courage, and the power of sibling teamwork. Parents should be aware of scenes involving peril and kidnapping, which are handled within the context of a classic fantasy adventure.

On holiday in Cornwall, the three Drew children discover an ancient map in the attic of the house that they are staying in. They know immediately that it is special. It is even more than that -- the key to finding a grail, a source of power to fight the forces of evil known as the Dark. And in searching for it themselves, the Drews put their very lives in peril. This is the first volume of Susan Cooper's brilliant and absorbing fantasy sequence known as The Dark Is Rising.