Knights wield words as weapons, librarians are wizards, and books can change the future!
When her parents are condemned to death by Morgan Fay for the crime of reading, Arti Penderhagen becomes a fugitive. Hunted by Mordred, the sadistic police captain who recites poetry to enhance his physical strength, Arti escapes to the Isle of Avalon, a sanctuary for outlaws. There she meets an old librarian named Merl who tells her about the Grail Tome, an ancient book in Morgan Fay's possession that can alter the course of history. Can Arti steal the book in time to save her family?
Eric Hoffer Book Award Winner - Young Adult Fiction
"This dynamic, fast-paced story begins on page one with punch and intrigue. Just a few pages with Arti and we are fully invested in her struggle, her spirit, and her fight against the Corporation." (The Eric Hoffer Award)
Short-listed for the Eric Hoffer Book Award Grand Prize
A Montaigne Medal finalist for most thought-provoking book