- Adam Epstein and Andrew Jacobson

The Familiars: Secrets of the Crown

By Adam Epstein and Andrew Jacobson
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The second magical adventure in a major new trilogy – a thrilling blend of edge-of-your-seat action, laugh-out-loud humour and unforgettable characters. No wonder Sony snapped up film rights, to be directed by Pixar animator Doug Sweetland.

A curse has befallen the land of Vastia, eliminating human magic. Only animals are able to cast spells, and it is up to street wise cat, Aldwyn, know-it-all blue jay Skylar, and clumsy tree frog Gilbert to save the Queendom from the evil threatening it. And orphan Aldwyn discovers the truth about his past, embarking on a journey that brings him closer to the father he never knew.

An epic and action filled adventure with a sprinkling of animal magic!

Author: Adam Epstein , Andrew Jacobson
Format: Paperback
Ageband: 8 to 12
Release Date: 05 Jan 2012
Pages: 256
ISBN: 978-0-00-737178-5
Adam Jay Epstein spent his childhood in Great Neck, New York, while Andrew Jacobson grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but the two met in a parking garage out in Los Angeles. They have been writing for film and television together ever since.One day, Adam asked Andrew, \"Are you familiar with what a familiar is?\" And from that simple question, Vastia was born, a fantastical world filled with the authors\' shared love of animals and magic.Adam Jay Epstein lives in Los Angeles with his wife, Jane, their daughter, Penny, and a black-and-white alley cat.Andrew Jacobson lives with his wife, Ashley, and their dog, Elvis, four traffic lights away.

Praise for The Familiars: Animal Wizardry: -

'A captivating story that puts a fresh spin on the classic fantasy tale by telling it from the animals' point of view. Prepare yourself for more twists and turns than you can shake a wand at, and cliff-hangers by the dozen!' Roderick Gordon, author of Tunnels -

'The Familiars combines the magic of Harry Potter and the adventure of Warriors into an enchanting story readers will love. Whether furry, flippered or feathered you'll be taking a closer look at your family pet.' Michael Buckley, author of The Sisters Grimm and NERDS -