Acclaimed author Jennifer A. Nielsen brings her signature twists and high-stakes action to the fifth installment of theNew York Timesbestselling Ascendance Series!King Jaron has outwitted the Prozarians and returned to his own kingdom with one secret in his pocket that not even his friends know about. He's hoping that secret will help him finally bring stability to Carthya.
But a surprise attack on his own land -- on the castle itself -- reminds Jaron that nothing is easy. The Prozarian Monarch threatens to crumble Jaron's entire kingdom. And that's not the only thing in danger: With old enemies and new rumors circling around him, even Jaron's relationship with Imogen is uncertain.
This former False Prince will need his best tricks and many allies at his side to hold Carthya together
Praise for the Ascendance Series:
ANew York TimesNotable Children's Book
APublishers WeeklyBest Book of the Year
A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Children's Book
A Cybils Award Winner
* An impressive, promising story. --Publishers Weekly, starred review
[A] pageturner. --The New York Times Book Review
Sage proves to be a compelling character whose sharp mind and shrewd self-possession will make readers eager to follow him into a sequel. --The Wall Street Journal
A swashbuckling origin story... chock-full of alluring details for adventure-loving boys. --Los Angeles Times
A fast-paced and thrilling read with twists and turns that never let up. --School Library Journal
Gripping. --Kirkus Reviews
Should appeal to fans of... Suzanne Collins... [A] surefire mix of adventure, mystery, and suspense. --The Horn Book
Praise forThe Traitor's Game:
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