Books with author C. van Wyk

FORGED IN BATTLE...FROM THE DUST OF THE ARENA...A LEGEND WILL RISEThe action-packed tale of a 17-year-old warrior princess and a handsome gladiator who dared take on the Roman Republic—and gave rise to the legend of Spartacus...For teens who love strong female protagonists in their fantasy and historical fiction, Blood and Sand is a stirring, yet poignant tale of two slaves who dared take on an empire by talented debut author C. V. Wyk.Roma Victrix. The Republic of Rome is on a relentless march to create an empire—an empire built on the backs of the conquered, brought back to Rome as slaves. Attia was once destined to rule as the queen and swordmaiden of Thrace, the greatest warrior kingdom the world had seen since Sparta. Now she is a slave, given to Xanthus, the Champion of Rome, as a sign of his master’s favor. Enslaved as a child, Xanthus is the preeminent gladiator of his generation.Against all odds, Attia and Xanthus form a tentative bond. A bond that will spark a rebellion. A rebellion that threatens to bring the Roman Republic to its end—and gives rise to the legend of Spartacus...The story continues in Fire and Ash, coming soon from Tor Teen.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

FORGED IN BATTLE...FROM THE DUST OF THE ARENA...A LEGEND WILL RISEThe action-packed tale of a 17-year-old warrior princess and a handsome gladiator who dared take on the Roman Republic―and gave rise to the legend of Spartacus...For teens who love strong female protagonists in their fantasy and historical fiction, Blood and Sand is a stirring, yet poignant tale of two slaves who dared take on an empire by talented debut author C. V. Wyk.Roma Victrix. The Republic of Rome is on a relentless march to create an empire―an empire built on the backs of the conquered, brought back to Rome as slaves. Attia was once destined to rule as the queen and swordmaiden of Thrace, the greatest warrior kingdom the world had seen since Sparta. Now she is a slave, given to Xanthus, the Champion of Rome, as a sign of his master’s favor. Enslaved as a child, Xanthus is the preeminent gladiator of his generation.Against all odds, Attia and Xanthus form a tentative bond. A bond that will spark a rebellion. A rebellion that threatens to bring the Roman Republic to its end―and gives rise to the legend of Spartacus...The story continues in Fire and Ash, coming soon from Tor Teen.

Growing up is hard enough at the best of times, but for teenager, Tristan Steyn, it's about to get a whole lot harder.Tristan has two dreams. To represent his country in international competition and to grade as the youngest nidan in the history of his karate club.When be becomes involved in a violent encounter at school, he fully expects to be dropped from the national squad selections. But Tristan is stunned when his mentor, Shihan Dean Stander, exacts a much harsher punishment.Hurt and angry, Tristan goes from being bright and hard working to sullen and difficult almost overnight. But, as friends and family begin to give up on him, tragedy strikes and Tristan is forced to re-evaluate his life and show a strength of character he didn’t know he possessed.But is it too late to redeem himself in the eyes of his hero?

‘Van Wyk said he wanted to be read by everyone; by those about whom he wrote and by those who found his own culture foreign; he chose to write in several genres because “I could”.’ – Mail & Guardian, Maureen Isaacson ‘Kids loved him [Chris van Wyk] – he visited schools all around the country to tell stories and get kids reading. He simply captivated them.’ – Daily Maverick, J Brooks Spector Mr Hare meets Mr Mandela is one of the last stories Chris van Wyk wrote before he died and it originally appeared in Sunday Times Storytime: 10 South African Stories for Children. Mr Hare finds a R200 note on his doorstep. When he turns the note over he sees Mr Mandela’s face and decides to brave the big city of Johannesburg to return it to Mr Mandela. But Mr Hare cannot read and he comes across many people along the way who want to get their hands on Mr Mandela’s money. Mr Hare also cannot work out why the note keeps changing colour! The book is available in English, Afrikaans, isiXhosa and isiZulu.

Danny Jordan has the potential to become one of South Africa’s top tournament fighters. With his own drive and ambition, and his father’s relentless pushing, his future looks bright.When he loses the semi-final of a national competition, concern for Danny’s well-being draws his older brother back into the family fold, changing Danny’s life forever.What is the guilty secret that has driven a wedge between a father and his eldest son?Torn between his father and his brother, Danny’s karate begins to suffer.Can anything heal the rift that threatens the family’s stability, and put Danny’s future back on track?

Danny Jordan has the potential to become one of South Africa’s top tournament fighters. With his own drive and ambition, and his father’s relentless pushing, his future looks bright. When he loses the semi-final of a national competition, concern for Danny’s well-being draws his older brother back into the family fold, changing Danny’s life forever. What is the guilty secret that has driven a wedge between a father and his eldest son? Torn between his father and his brother, Danny’s karate begins to suffer. Can anything heal the rift that threatens the family’s stability, and put Danny’s future back on track?

Growing up is hard enough at the best of times, but for teenager, Tristan Steyn, it's about to get a whole lot harder. Tristan has two dreams. To represent his country in international competition and to grade as the youngest nidan in the history of his karate club. When be becomes involved in a violent encounter at school, he fully expects to be dropped from the national squad selections. But Tristan is stunned when his mentor, Shihan Dean Stander, exacts a much harsher punishment. Hurt and angry, Tristan goes from being bright and hard working to sullen and difficult almost overnight. But, as friends and family begin to give up on him, tragedy strikes and Tristan is forced to re-evaluate his life and show a strength of character he didn’t know he possessed. But is it too late to redeem himself in the eyes of his hero?

FORGED IN BATTLE...FROM THE DUST OF THE ARENA...A LEGEND WILL RISEThe legendary Spartacus is recast as a fierce female warrior in this action-packed tale of a 17-year-old princess and a handsome gladiator who dared take on the Roman Republic.For teens who love strong female protagonists in their fantasy and historical fiction, Blood and Sand is a stirring, yet poignant tale of two slaves who challenged an empire by talented debut author C. V. Wyk.Roma Victrix. The Republic of Rome is on a relentless march to create an empire―an empire built on the backs of the conquered, brought back to Rome as slaves. Attia was once destined to rule as the queen and swordmaiden of Thrace, the greatest warrior kingdom the world had seen since Sparta. Now she is a slave, given to Xanthus, the Champion of Rome, as a sign of his master’s favor. Enslaved as a child, Xanthus is the preeminent gladiator of his generation.Against all odds, Attia and Xanthus form a tentative bond. A bond that will spark a rebellion. A rebellion that threatens to bring the Roman Republic to its end―and gives rise to the legend of Spartacus...