the battle for the castle by elizabeth winthrop

'Likable characters, swashbuckling heroics and goofy culture clashes. Accessible, well told, and entertaining.'- Kirkus Reviews 'Including just enough details of setting and character to give her story texture, Winthrop keeps it moving with some humor. 'synopsis' may belong to another edition of this title. Perfect for young fantasy fans and readers interested in the Medieval world, Elizabeth Winthrop's duo of novels is as thrilling today as when it was originally released.ĭon't miss the special redesigned Anniversary Edition of The Castle in the Attic, featuring new artwork and a letter from the author. This sequel to The Castle in the Attic, a reader favorite for 35 years and nominee for 23 state awards, is filled with intrigue, danger, and acts of courage and heroism. As mysterious portents and chilling visions warn of disasters still to come, Jason and William will have to summon all their courage to save the kingdom-and make their way back home. Together, the boys enter the castle and ride out into the kingdom in search of Sir Simon, the Silver Knight, William's old friend.īut all is not well in this world- a mysterious ghost ship full of skeletons has washed ashore, and a plague of rats is terrorizing the countryside. This time, twelve-year-old William decides to share the secret of the castle, and invites his best friend Jason to join him. He thought his adventures were over- until the magic medallion turns up again.

It's been two years since William used a magical token to enter his model castle, fought a fire-breathing dragon, and defeated an evil wizard. Return to a magical kingdom in this sequel to the bestselling fantasy novel, The Castle in the Attic.

The battle for the castle by elizabeth winthrop