Books with author Rosie Greenwood

An ancient evil has awakened in Earth Realm... The dead are rising, the oracles haven fallen silent, and foul creatures are devastating the baselands. When the dark sorcerer, Rathnakar, escapes his tomb, the First Mother chooses three champions to become the saviors of their time. Eydis wants nothing more than to lead a life of solitary devotion within the sheltered walls of a seclusionary. But when her pilgrimage to a sacred grove ends in a vision of the end of the world, she realizes the Mother requires a more dangerous service from her. Seeking the catalysts prophecy says can overcome chaos, she aligns herself with a notorious traitor, Orrick of Kroad, and Geveral, a dryad mage who has yet to tame his powers. Together, can the three unlikely heroes thwart Rathnakar and the wave of darkness threatening to devour their world? The Catalysts of Chaos Series:Book 1 ~ Mistress of MasksBook 2 ~ Betrayer of Blood Book 3 ~ Summoner of StormsBook 4 ~ Clash of Catalysts

In a province where magic is forbidden and its possessors are murdered by the cruel Praetor, young Ilan, born with the powerful gift of her ancestors, has only one hope for survival. Concealment. In the shadow of Dimmingwood, she finds temporary protection with a band of forest brigands led by the infamous outlaw Rideon the Red Hand. But as Ilan matures, learns the skills of survival, and struggles to master the inherent magic of her dying race, danger is always close behind. When old enemies reappear and new friendships lead to betrayal, will her discovery of an enchanted bow prove to be Ilan’s final salvation or her ultimate downfall? * * * * * Also in the LEGENDS OF DIMMINGWOOD series:Betrayal of Thieves ~ Book II Circle of Thieves ~ Book III Redemption of Thieves ~ Book IV Journey of Thieves ~ Book VRule of Thieves ~ Book VI

This highly popular and long-running series has been revamped for a new generation of readers, with a clean, crisp redesign and colourful covers. The series explores questions that young readers ask about the world around them in an unrivalled child-friendly style. The conversational format is perfect for delivering solid information in a natural, amusing and imaginative way. Why are twisters so dangerous? What makes floods happen in a flash? What was the Dust Bowl? How big can waves get? Find out the answers to these and many more questions about volcanoes, tsunamis, earthquakes, and extreme weather. I Wonder Why Volcanoes Blow Their Tops by Rosie Greenwood offers a wealth of information is backed up with stunning, high-quality artwork, fun facts, and lively cartoons.

In my dreams I see it all again. The Sheltering Stone failing. My people dying. The Ninth Isle being sucked down into the sea. Ever since the day I inadvertently doomed my home island it has fallen to me, the last of the dragonkind, to protect the legacy of my fierce race. With my bonded dragon, I recently set out on a desperate quest to find a magical mountain of legend—a hidden place that may not even exist. But my magic powers have since been weakened and my dragon has been stolen away by Gold Ship Voyagers. The only one who could have pointed the way to the mountain, a mysteriously gifted mapmaker, is now dead. My one hope is to rescue the mapmaker’s young apprentice, a boy with the powers to finish what his master began, from the clutches of the Gold Ship Voyagers. More than cursed seas and bloodthirsty pirates stand in my way. The dark forces of an ancient and vengeful being are set against me. Will my companion, Basil, and I survive long enough to reclaim what is ours? Or will the battle that lies ahead be our last?

Darkness has fallen over Earth Realm. As the evil sorcerer Rathnakar prepares his final move against mankind, the oracle of Silverwood Grove musters an army to counter him. She sends Geveral on a journey to a distant mountain fortress to forge an alliance with a winged race of dragonkin. Meanwhile, Orrick is captured by his enemies and put on trial for treason. Having failed to locate the one person who can prove his innocence, the barbarian’s time is running out.Alone now, Eydis faces her greatest struggle as mistress of masks when she is forced to battle a powerful and familiar foe. Even as the three catalysts are drawn inexorably toward their ultimate destinies, four armies meet on the plains of Endguard. Their clash will determine the fate of Earth Realm.

This highly popular and long-running series has been revamped for a new generation of readers, with a clean, crisp redesign and colourful covers. The series explores questions that young readers ask about the world around them in an unrivalled child-friendly style. The conversational format is perfect for delivering solid information in a natural, amusing and imaginative way. Why did some explorers wear dresses? What was it like on board the Niña, Pinta, and Santa María? Readers will be thrilled to discover the fantastic facts about all types of exploration and discoveries. From ocean voyages of ancient times to the space travel of the future, I Wonder Why Columbus Crossed the Ocean by Rosie Greenwood has the questions and answers that will leave readers yearning to uncover more.

In the wake of a painful betrayal, Ilan abandons her friends among the river people to return to the peace of shadowy Dimmingwood. But things in the forest are not as she left them. A deadly new enemy is attacking the local villagers, threatening the very existence of the forest outlaws. When Ilan mounts a rebellion against Rideon the Red Hand, the brigand camp is divided between those loyal to their old captain and those prepared to follow Ilan in a war against the mysterious magical raiders.Once again, Ilan's powerful bow interferes with fate as the loyalties of her circle of companions and her own allegiances are put to the test. While the magic-wielding invaders terrorize the province, Ilan's lifelong enemy, the Praetor, and her one-time friend Terrac lay a trap fit for a thief. Can Ilan sacrifice old hatreds to protect everything she values from the raiders?* * * * *LEGENDS OF DIMMINGWOOD series: Magic of Thieves ~ Book IBetrayal of Thieves ~ Book II Circle of Thieves ~ Book III Redemption of Thieves ~ Book IV Journey of Thieves ~ Book V Rule of Thieves ~ Book VI

This highly popular and long-running series has been revamped for a new generation of readers, with a clean, crisp redesign and colourful covers. The series explores questions that young readers ask about the world around them in an unrivalled child-friendly style. The conversational format is perfect for delivering solid information in a natural, amusing and imaginative way. Why did some explorers wear dresses? What was it like on board the Niña, Pinta, and Santa María? Readers will be thrilled to discover the fantastic facts about all types of exploration and discoveries. From ocean voyages of ancient times to the space travel of the future, I Wonder Why Columbus Crossed the Ocean by Rosie Greenwood has the questions and answers that will leave readers yearning to uncover more.

Returning home, Ilan finds nothing is as she left it. After a year of peace, Skeltai raiders are once again threatening the province, even as the Dimmingwood thieves find themselves betrayed by the praetor. From within the castle in Selbius Ilan must guard against an unknown enemy plotting her assassination, while uncovering a mage's secret that could help her protect the province. When old friends turn against her, will a new alliance prove powerful enough to defend against the dark magic of the enemy? Or will the coming battle be Ilan's last?* * * * * Also in the LEGENDS OF DIMMINGWOOD series: Magic of Thieves ~ Book I Betrayal of Thieves ~ Book II Circle of Thieves ~ Book III Redemption of Thieves ~ Book IV Journey of Thieves ~ Book V Rule of Thieves ~ Book VI

Upon leaving Dimmingwood, Ilan thinks she has finally escaped the influence of her old enemy, the Praetor. But the secrets of her past catch up to her when she and her friends are trailed across the provinces by a mysterious assassin with a haunting connection to her childhood. Seeking answers about her shadowy origins, she follows her roots to the people who can teach her about her family and her magic. But a personal tragedy soon sets her on a dangerous quest for justice. Along the way, she’ll have to question everything she thinks she knows, including her new relationship with Terrac. While battling dragons and being stalked by assassins, will Ilan recognize the return of a more insidious presence before it’s too late? * * * * * Also in the LEGENDS OF DIMMINGWOOD series: Magic of Thieves ~ Book I Betrayal of Thieves ~ Book II Circle of Thieves ~ Book III Redemption of Thieves ~ Book IV Journey of Thieves ~ Book V Rule of Thieves ~ Book VI