Serpent of the Sands

Serpent of the Sands is the fourth book in the acclaimed Brightstorm Chronicles, but it stands alone as a captivating fantasy adventure. Princess Ganzorig, a fan-favorite character, takes center stage as she embarks on a desperate quest to save her gravely ill uncle. Driven by love and a sense of urgency, Gan sneaks out of her Citadel to find a powerful, mythical cure. Along the way, she uncovers secrets about her world and herself, challenging everything she thought she knew. This book is perfect for readers aged 8-11, offering a fast-paced, empowering story with strong world-building and a refreshing portrayal of gender roles. It's an excellent choice for children who love immersive fantasy and adventure.

A leap of faith in a race against time. When Princess Ganzorig's uncle falls gravely ill, she sneaks out of the Citadel to find a powerful cure, said to be guarded by the Serpent of the Sands. But is it only a story? Is she chasing false hope? But the further Gan travels, the more secrets are revealed - and the more she questions everything she believes... The fourth adventure in the Brightstorm Chronicles series, but this book can be read on its own! The story is told from the perspective of Princess Gan, a fan-favourite character from Firesong Perfect for fans of The Cogheart Adventures, Sky Song, Dragon Mountain, and The Land of Roar Praise for Serpent of the Sands: "A brilliant adventure story for upper KS2 and younger KS3 readers. Hardy builds a unique world that feels authentic and engaging and this book, and the series that it comes from, will feed the imaginations of young readers." Just Imagine Praise for Brightstorm (book 1) "Brightstorm is a wonderfully paced, absorbing read that delivers a special feeling of adventure reserved for stories that you just cannot put down." Fantasty Book Review "This is an unputdownable Victoriana adventure with characters that are vivid and most refreshing in their portrayal of gender roles. " BookTrust