Cordelia and her triplets Rosalind and Giles have lived safely in the castle at the centre of the forest all their lives, protected by the spells their mother has woven. The only time Cordelia feels truly free is when she turns into a dragonfly or a blackbird and can fly beyond the great stone walls. But then one day the outside world comes to them. Two rival dukes and their soldiers have come for the triplets - because whoever is the eldest is the heir to the throne. But their mother knows that since the Raven Crown was broken, no one has been able to rule the kingdom of Corvenne and live, and she will not give up any of her children to that death sentence. When she refuses to reveal which child is the eldest, she is taken prisoner, and Cordelia and her brother and sister find themselves on the run in a dangerous new world. And as they set out across Corvenne to rescue their mother, Cordelia begins to see that there is a deep magic at work, driving her towards a destiny that could tear her family apart, take away her freedom forever or, just maybe, heal a kingdom devastated by a war that has raged for generations.

Cordelia can shapeshift into any animal she chooses. But can she save a kingdom? An epic, new middle-grade fantasy perfect for fans of Abi Elphinstone and Piers Torday

About the Author
Stephanie Burgis lives in Wales with her husband, their two sons and their tabby cat, surrounded by mountains and castles. She writes fun MG fantasy adventures, most recently the Dragon with a Chocolate Heart trilogy and The Raven Heir.

Reviews
Warm, immersive, fantasy storytelling * Hilary McKay *
Such a wonderful book, exciting, welcoming, and full of magic you'll want to be real * Holly Webb *
Gorgeous fairy-tale writing * Amy Wilson *
Immersive and highly entertaining medieval fantasy * Bookseller *
Witty and smart and generous - an utterly delicious book * Katherine Rundell on THE DRAGON WITH A CHOCOLATE HEART *
A glorious whirlwind ... You couldn't ask for more! * Hilary McKay on THE DRAGON WITH A CHOCOLATE HEART *
Funny, moving and deliciously full of chocolate, I loved it! * Holly Webb on THE DRAGON WITH A CHOCOLATE HEART *



Book Information
ISBN 9781526614445
Author Stephanie Burgis
Format Paperback
Page Count 272
Imprint Bloomsbury Childrens Books
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 228g