Oceanforged 1: The Wicked Ship: From the bestselling author of The Grandest Bookshop in the World

‘If you love action-packed stories with a not-so-perfect heroine, Oceanforged: The Wicked Ship, is the perfect novel for you. Fast-paced, constant change, and heart-stopping moments all combine to bring this story to life. Sword fights, high seas, angry evil pirates, witches, and friendships, make a rollicking good story.’ * Glam Adelaide *
‘Mellor’s fast-paced adventure is cleverly crafted, and a riveting read. The mix of high-seas danger, magical powers and a heroine wrestling with her own mistrust creates a story that is as emotionally engaging as it is adventurous. Young readers who love fantasy, action, and tales of reluctant heroes, will find Oceanforged: The Wicked Ship impossible to resist….. and eagerly awaiting the sequel!’ * ReadPlus *
‘An outstanding, well-researched new series begins from the talented Amelia Mellor.’ * Kids Book Review *
‘A terrific introduction to the genre for middle-grade readers.’ * Your Kid’s Next Read *
‘Jam packed with adventure.’ * Reading Time *
‘Amelia Mellor’s writing style makes this story easy for young readers to enjoy.’ * The Geelong Advertiser *
‘A captivating new fantasy series that will appeal to lovers of Percy Jackson, Dragon Realm and Deltora Quest ideal for middle fiction readers.’ * Novel Insight *
‘The sentences are short, the pace is quick, and the scene is set beautifully, making this a good read-alone or a fun read-along.’ * Readings Monthly *
‘The Wicked Ship is still characterised by [Amelia’s] trademark impressive detail, awesome villains, a truly engaging main character all presented in a richly realised fantasy world.’ * StoryLinks *
‘Mellor’s world-building shines … themes of justice, bravery and resilience beneath the fast-paced action will draw in reluctant readers to this exciting new fantasy adventure series, while shirt, crisp sentences will keep them hooked.’ * Books+Publishing *

Amelia Mellor is an author, teacher and nature nerd. She is the creator of The Grandest Bookshop in the World, The Bookseller’s Apprentice and The Lost Book of Magic, a multi-award-winning historical fantasy trilogy based in Melbourne where she lives. She holds degrees from Monash University and The University of Melbourne. To find ideas for Oceanforged, Amelia spent three days at sea, swam with sharks, hiked in jungles, got lost in Italy, handled real pirate artefacts and scuba dived on a shipwreck. When she’s not writing or researching, she’s usually tending her collection of tropical fish or attempting a wildly ambitious craft project. She can often be found holding up traffic in museums.

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