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Books in Mistmantle Chronicles series

  • The Mistmantle Chronicles, Book Five: Urchin and the Rage Tide

    M.I. McAllister

    Hardcover (Hyperion Book CH, July 20, 2010)
    The animals of Mistmantle have enjoyed a long period of peace and prosperity since the violent Raven War. Their tranquility is disrupted when tidal waves threaten to destroy the island. Mossberry, a squirrel with delusions of grandeur, sees the impending disaster as an opportunity to rise to power...and his reckless decisions will put many citizens in harm's way. Urchin of the Riding Stars must stop Mossberry and usher everyone to safety before it is too late. Along the way, the ultimate sacrifice must be made for the survival of all. Deeply moving and packed with adventure, this is a fitting conclusion to the beloved Mistmantle Chronicles.
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  • The Heir of Mistmantle

    M.I. Mcallister, Omar Rayyan

    Hardcover (Miramax Books, Sept. 25, 2007)
    King Crispin and Queen Cedar have just had a baby daughter--Princess Catkin--and everyone on Mistmantle Island gathers for the joyful celebration of the Naming Ceremony. But the day after, the princess suddenly disappears. Urchin and all the brave captains are dispatched to bring back the princess, but come back empty-handed. All clues point to Linty, an older squirrel who had gone mad with grief when two of her children had been culled during evil Husk's reign. The islanders fall further into crisis as a mysterious illness takes hold and begins to spread. There are whispers that perhaps Husk is still alive and seeking his vengeance.
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  • Urchin of the Riding Stars

    M.I. McAllister

    Hardcover (Miramax Books, Sept. 1, 2005)
    The start of an exciting new trilogy, Urchin of the Riding Stars is an epic, Shakespearian story of murder, treachery and revenge set on the island of Mistmantle, a world of squirrels, otters, and moles.
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  • Urchin and the Heartstone

    M. I. McAllister, Omar Rayyan

    Hardcover (Miramax Books, Sept. 1, 2006)
    When evil interrupts the coronation of Crispin, the squirrel, on the isle of Mistmantle, Urchin, guided by the Heartstone, must embark on a perilous journey to a hostile island where he, while battling against mad King Silverbirch and his sorcerer, makes a startling discovery about his own past.
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  • Urchin and the Heartstone

    M.I. McAllister, Omar Rayyan

    Paperback (Miramax Books, Sept. 25, 2007)
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  • Urchin of the Riding Stars

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    Paperback (BLOOMSBURY CHILDREN', Aug. 16, 2006)
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  • Mistmantle Chronicles Book Four, The Urchin and the Raven War

    M.I. McAllister

    Paperback (Disney-Hyperion, Aug. 25, 2009)
    After his last adventures, Urchin of the Riding Stars has taken his place as a trusted member of the Circle in King Crispin's court. Life on the island is back to normal, with little Princess Catkin growing up and testing everyone’s patience in the process. But daily life is disrupted when Lord Arcneck and other inhabitants of Swan Isle come to Mistmantle asking for help. Their home has been taken over by bloodthirsty ravens that are attacking them and ravaging everything in sight. The brave animals of Mistmantle rush to the aid of their friends, but in doing so, incur the wrath of the invaders upon themselves. The vengeful ravens are powerful and won’t stop until they hunt down and destroy every creature on the island. Only by using all of their courage and cunning will Urchin and his friends stand a chance to preserve life as they know it on their beloved home.
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  • Urchin of the Riding Stars

    M. I. McAllister

    Hardcover (Bloomsbury Pub Ltd, Dec. 31, 2004)
    The island of Mistmantle is in turmoil. The king and queen are loosing authority over their people and behind the scenes a wicked pair are determined to take control. With a cruel regime of culling the weak and depriving the whole population of basic necessities, this scheming husband and wife team look set to realise their awful ambitions. But to ignore the power of the people is a big mistake. Ancient prophecies combine with radical action to ensure that Lord Husk and Lady Aspen do not achieve their wicked goals.
  • Mistmantle Chronicles Book Four, The Urchin and the Raven War

    M.I. McAllister

    Hardcover (Hyperion Books for Children, Oct. 14, 2008)
    After his last adventures, Urchin of the Riding Stars has taken his place as a trusted member of the Circle in King Crispin's court. Life on the island is back to normal, with little Princess Catkin growing up and testing everyone’s patience in the process. But daily life is disrupted when Lord Arcneck and other inhabitants of Swan Isle come to Mistmantle asking for help. Their home has been taken over by bloodthirsty ravens that are attacking them and ravaging everything in sight. The brave animals of Mistmantle rush to the aid of their friends, but in doing so, incur the wrath of the invaders upon themselves. The vengeful ravens are powerful and won’t stop until they hunt down and destroy every creature on the island. Only by using all of their courage and cunning will Urchin and his friends stand a chance to preserve life as they know it on their beloved home.
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  • The Heir of Mistmantle

    M. I. Mcallister

    Paperback (Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, Aug. 16, 2007)
    A baby girl has just been born to King Crispin and Queen Cedar. She is Catkin, the heir to the throne of Mistmantle. Everyone on the island gathers for the joyful celebration of the Naming Ceremony. But that night, the princess suddenly disappears. Urchin and all the brave captains are dispatched to bring her back. All clues point to her caretaker Linty, a mother squirrel who had gone mad with grief because of a tragedy that occurred during Husk’s evil reign. The islanders fall further into crisis as a mysterious illness takes hold and begins to spread. Tensions peak as strange sightings are reported—could it be that Husk is still alive?In this thrilling new entry in the epic Mistmantle Chronicles, the islanders will have to band together and overcome their greatest fears to save Princess Catkin and bring stability back to their beloved island.
  • Urchin and the Heartstone

    M. I. Mcallister

    Paperback (Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, Aug. 16, 2007)
    Book by Margaret I. McAllister
  • Urchin of the Riding Stars: The Mistmantle Chronicles: Book One

    M.I. McAllister, Andrew Sachs

    Audio CD (Listening Library (Audio), July 6, 2005)
    On a night of riding stars, a tiny squirrel is found abandoned and close to death on a distant beach. Adopted and raised by a kindly squirrel, Urchin has no idea of his powerful destiny or of the way he will influence the island of Mistmantle. The rule of the good King Brushen and Queen Spindle is threatened by an evil plot from within the court. When their young son is found murdered, the isle is thrown into turmoil. Behind the scenes, the wicked Lord Husk and Lady Aspen are determined to take control. But to underestimate the power of the islanders and the ancient prophecies is a big mistake….Triumphant heroes and brilliantly wicked villains do battle in this heart-stopping adventure in the great tradition of Watership Down and The Wind in the Willows.
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