Cathedral of Bones (Steiger A. J.)(Paperback)

A stunningly imagined world, page-turning thrills, and a pair of unlikely heroes on an epic quest make this unique and immersive dark fantasyfrom acclaimed author A. J. Steigerperfect for fans of Holly Black and Kelly Barnhill.Simon Frost lives in a curious place, where magic is used by the very best Animists to do wondrous thingslike call upon imps, wraiths, and all manner of monsters to right wrongs, deliver justice, and accomplish feats no human could achieve.Simon Frost is not one of those Animists, though hes been trying to become one for years.When a plea arrives from a distant hamlet, preyed upon by an abominable monster, Simon sees the opportunity to finally prove his worth.But upon arriving in the tiny village, Simon finds not just a monster but a key to his pastand a pathway into an unbelievable future.In this thrilling fantasy for readers ages 8-12, a boy who believes hes a failure must face a monster, only to discover a truth more terrifying than any myth.Unlikely Heroes: A fourteen-year-old Animist who doubts his own power, and a mysterious monster who is actually a girl with a forgotten past.A World of Magic: Discover the city of Eidendel, where Animists summon imps, wraiths, and other Eldritch creatures to do their bidding.A Mysterious Quest: When a desperate plea for help arrives from the remote village of Splithead Creek, Simon sets out to prove his worth, only to find a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power.Lovecraftian Fantasy: Perfect for you
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