Would you be interested in visiting a fairyland where animals talk and where you could ride a horse that flies in the sky? Read about Jack's wild adventure in The Three Stones of Ebon by David and Keiko Mello. Enter for your chance to win a signed copy as well as a cute plush toy animal!
My Review:
Set in an ancient but fascinating world of magic, The Three Stones of Ebon presents an action-packed, imaginative tale about courage, friendship, and the battle between good and evil.
A suspicious urn gifted by a mysterious neighbor sends eleven-year-old Jack and his cat Lucky on a formidable quest to save the land of Sturgus from the grips of evil sorcerer Pale. They must locate the three stones that have sealed the heart, mind and soul of Ebon, leader of the kingdom of winged horses, in order to bring him back to life and power. Will the duo, with the assistance of their new friend Abigail, manage to fulfill the prophecy?
With the perfect blend of magic, mystery, fantasy and adventure, this book immerses its readers in a complex and enchanting world with talking animals, flying horses, faeries, monsters and unthinkable challenges. Jack's journey shows how his kind and brave heart guides him through tough tasks while his new friendship flourishes. His humorous, chatty feline friend keeps adding spice and life to the whole story. Who knows two kids and a cat could make such a charming team!
Besides skillful storytelling and worldbuilding, the book also includes plenty of lifelike illustrations to make the reading more accessible and enjoyable for middle graders. Plus, it's both surprising and satisfying to realize that some of the seemingly trivial details introduced at the onset of the story turn out to be serious clues for the big reveals toward the end.
Exciting and heartwarming, The Three Stones of Ebon makes a great gift to fans of magic and talking cats.
About the Book:
Ages 8-12 | 264 Pages
Publisher: Strive Publishing (2023) | ISBN-13: 9781948529228
Eleven-year-old Jack knew the old lady down the street was kinda weird. But things get even stranger when she sends him a gift that transports Jack and his cat, Lucky, into the wondrous world of Sturgus, a land of prophecies, pirates, magical creatures, and talking cats. Aided by Abigail, a student of magic, Jack and Lucky must evade a cursed assassin and find the three stones that will wake Ebon, king of the flying horses and rightful protector of Sturgus, before the evil wizard Pale corrupts the land forever.
Purchase links: Amazon | Bookshop.org
About the Authors:
David Mello grew up on army bases throughout the USA and Germany. His love of comic books, stand-up comedy, and rooting for the underdogs shaped his writings, from short stories to mini ‘zines and various adventures in revolution. When he isn’t writing, David usually has a camera in hand.
Keiko Mello, born Keiko Welch, hails from an interracial family in Minneapolis’s Northside. As Keiko grew up, she used drawing, dancing, and playing drums in rock bands to ground herself. She and David met in 1997 in Seattle and the two have been inseparable ever since.
Today, David and Keiko are slow-travel digital nomads. Their latest project as STAY MELLO CREATIVE is crafting the second book in a planned trilogy; the working title is The Adversary of Ebon.
For more information, visit staymellocreative.com.
One lucky Grand Prize winner will receive a signed hardcover copy of The Three Stones of Ebon and a pegasus plush animal!
Four additional winners will each receive a signed hardcover copy of The Three Stones of Ebon!
Giveaway ends 2/28. Open to US only. Please submit your entries below. Good luck!
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by David and Keiko Mello. All views and opinions expressed are my own. icefairy's Treasure Chest is not responsible for winner selection or prize fulfillment.
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