The Dire King
A Jackaby Novel
$18.75
- Paperback
368 pages
- Release Date
22 August 2023
Summary
In the action-packed fourth book in the bestselling Jackaby series, a supernatural detective and his indispensable assistant, Abigail Rook, are plunged into the heart of an apocalyptic war between magical worlds.
The fate of the world is in the hands of detective of the supernatural R. F. Jackaby and his intrepid assistant, Abigail Rook. An evil king is turning ancient tensions into modern strife, using a blend of magic and technology to push the earth and the otherworld into a mortal…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781523524013 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1523524014 |
| Author: | William Ritter |
| Publisher: | Workman Publishing |
| Imprint: | Algonquin Young Readers |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 368 |
| Release Date: | 22 August 2023 |
| Weight: | 352g |
| Dimensions: | 208mm x 140mm x 22mm |
| Series: | Jackaby |
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Critics Review
“Offers a pointed and timely message about pluralism and the value of bridges over barriers. A humorous, energetic, action-packed, and magical conclusion.”– Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“The Dire King challenges hatemongers and bullies. It promotes tolerance, resilience, courage and hope. More than ever, this is a message our young people need to hear, and William Ritter delivers.”–Kitsap Sun
“Filled with the candid, fast-paced, adventurous writing style of William Ritter, readers will plunge right into all the action, adventure, and plot twists that will keep them guessing to the very end.”–Dixon Independent Voice
“Offers a pointed and timely message about pluralism and the value of bridges over barriers. A humorous, energetic, action-packed, and magical conclusion.”–Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“Twists and turns provide for action-packed pages. Events that have been heavily foreshadowed throughout will come to fruition in a satisfying ending that offers tantalizing hints of the characters’ fortunes.”–School Library Journal
About The Author
William Ritter
William Ritter is an Oregon educator and the New York Times bestselling author of the Jackaby series, which received glowing trade and national reviews and was named to many state lists. He is the proud father of the two bravest boys in the Wild Wood, and husband to the indomitable Queen of the Deep Dark.
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