Magical creatures, perilous trials and one unbelievable adventure await in Protector of Beyond, the first book in a gripping new fantasy book series from exciting new voice Shara Curlett.
The moment you enter the Arbiter, your fate is sealed. If you spark, you fight!
Twelve-year-old Elder Triss never expected to produce a spark so rare – and so dangerous. Torn from everything she knows and thrown into the mysterious world known as Beyond, she discovers there is only one path forward: survive the trials and earn a place at the Academy of Protectors.
To get there, Elder must train for battle, face terrifying magical creatures and outlast friends who are quickly becoming rivals. But Beyond is more dangerous than it seems, and someone is trying to stop Elder from reaching the academy – and making it out alive . . .
For readers who love high-stakes fantasy, Protector of Beyond delivers on every front. Fierce magical creatures, perilous trials and deep secrets are woven into an epic adventure led by a heroine readers will root for from the very first page. As the opening instalment in an epic fantasy series, it combines thrilling action, powerful friendships and unforgettable challenges.
Fans of Keeper of the Lost Cities, Nevermoor, Wings of Fire and Skandar and the Unicorn Thief will find plenty to love in this action-packed fantasy world. Perfect for readers searching for fantasy adventure books, fantasy books with magic and dark academia books, Protector of Beyond offers an immersive journey from beginning to end.
Magical creatures, perilous trials, and one unbelievable adventure in this new blockbuster fantasy series.
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