In this richly imagined fantasy novel, young Lucas has the power to save two medieval kingdoms from destruction . . . but will he discover this ultimate secret before it's too late? Ten-year-old Lucas has been raised as a blacksmith's son; an outsider ostracized by the other village children. One night, at a nearby monastery, a mysterious black stone whispers a premonition to Lucas. After his father is murdered, the monks take Lucas in, convinced he is at the heart of an ancient prophecy. But soon, a restless and eager Lucas joins a traveling circus where he draws the attention of King Itan, who believes Lucas is one of ""the chosen""-a group of boys who are descendants of warriors that once fought in a great battle. The king will stop at nothing to have Lucas to join his chosen army, all while the soldiers who killed Lucas's father are closing in. Soon, Lucas is embroiled in a plot to defeat the king and a fight with an enemy determined to bring Lucas down before he learns the truth of his power. This compelling first novel of Waithman's four-book series will engage young readers in Lucas's ongoing adventures. Blood Ties is L. Waithman's debut novel. She lives in Texas with her husband and three children. When not writing, she volunteers her time to archaeology and the education of students about the Texas Revolution of 1836.

Book Information
ISBN 9781626349223
Author L Waithman
Format Hardback
Page Count 312
Imprint Greenleaf Book Group LLC
Publisher Greenleaf Book Group LLC
Weight(grams) 152g