Beyond the Mountains: The breathtaking second instalment in this imaginative middle-grade trilogy. (A Clock of Stars, Book 2)

The thrilling imaginative sequel to The Shadow Moth, which was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize. Imogen and Marie return through the door in the tree to a whole new Yaroslav. Miro is king, but hates it. Anneshka is no longer Queen. . . and hates it. When Anneshka hears a prophecy that she will rule the Greatest Kingdom, she seizes Marie, believing her to be key to fulfilling it, and heads over the mountains. Imogen and Miro chase after them, in hot pursuit. But what they find in the lands beyond will change everything again, and see them facing dangers they could never have imagined, both human and otherwise. The Clock of Stars trilogy is a timeless fantasy from the most astonishing new voice in middle grade. Francesca Gibbons weaves a tale of magic and adventure that is both humorous and engaging. Beyond the Mountains is a top choice for children's fiction, filled with action and stories that kids and families will love. For fans of Chris Riddell (The Edge Chronicles 7), David Farr (The Book of Stolen Dreams), Tamzin Merchant (The Hatmakers), Katherine Rundell (The Explorer), and Robin Stevens (Death Sets Sail).