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Description
Free Lance is a mercenary knight who travels from village to village, competing in tournaments and working for his keep. When his horse throws a shoe and he must seek shelter in Lord Big Nose's village, he accepts his most dangerous mission yet: retrieving an enchanted crown from the Lake of Skulls. This is the first book in a trilogy of fantastical adventures by Paul Stewart and Chris Riddell, the duo behind The Edge Chronicles.
Quick Summary
In a world where adventurers hire themselves out like gig workers, Free Lance takes on the creepiest job board in existence: retrieving a stolen crown from a lake literally called the Lake of Skulls, and the pun-tastic name is just the beginning of the wit waiting to surprise readers. Kids will devour the fast-paced quest, cheer through clever obstacles, and grin at the sharp humor woven into every chapter of this surprisingly clever fantasy adventure. If your kid loves the humor and heart of "Dog Man" mixed with the mystery of "The Secret of the Treehouse," they're going to devour this. Perfect for kids in grades 4-6 who want a quick, satisfying read with serious replay value.