Beast & Crown #2: The Ice Witch

From Texas Bluebonnet Award winner Joel Ross, author of The Fog Diver, comes the second book in his sweeping fantasy duology. Ji and his friends Roz, Sally, and Chibo have gone into hiding following the disastrous Diadem Rite, where they were transformed from humans into half-beasts. It’s their hope that they will survive the epic journey to the Ice Witch to be restored to humans again before they run out of time. But they know the evil Summer Queen’s soldiers are tracking them and fear that she is hot on their (at times abnormally large and fluffy) tails… With the help of goblins, ogres, trolls, and a few mermaids along the way, Ji and his band of unlikely heroes must save their world from being eternally divided. Ross’s smart and fast-paced writing, paired with an addictive, suspenseful, and funny storyline, will leave readers hanging on every word. Fans will cheer for this endearing crew of servants, led by the amazing and dynamic Ji, who are changed forever and must fight for their freedom. What happens when your only hope is to trust the very monsters you’ve become? Quest Adventure: Join Ji and his friends on a dangerous journey to find the mysterious Ice Witch, the only one who can reverse their curse before it’s too late. Unlikely Heroes: A boot boy-turned-dragon, a governess-turned-troll, and their hobgoblin and sprite friends must learn to use their strange new powers to survive. Transformed into Beasts: Hunted by the evil Summer Queen, the friends are in a desperate race against time before their monstrous changes become permanent. Action & Adventure for Kids: Packed with suspense, humor, and non-stop action, this middle grade fantasy series is perfect for boys and girls ages 8-12.