The Pearl in the Ice

An exciting and beautiful new novel from the bestselling author of The Wolf Princess. 'A thrilling and atmospheric adventure, laced with magic' THE BOOKSELLER 'Lively storytelling blends fairy tale and a romanticised history' SUNDAY TIMES Twelve-year-old Marina feels an irresistible pull to the sea despite the strict wishes of her father, a naval commander, who's kept her away from water all her life. When she's sent to boarding school, Marina instead stows away on her father's ship. Unbeknown to her, it's the eve of war and she's embarked on a stormy voyage through icy seas to where a great secret lies in wait ... A thrilling novel from the bestselling author of The Wolf Princess Magical realism at its best for ages 10+ Combines historical setting with contemporary pace and a classic feel