Fast-paced inventive writing, complex, original plots, guaranteed to satisfy the hunger of voracious readers everywhere. A six-book series, published at six-monthly intervals - a series that will leave readers desperate to know what happens next. Strange creatures, weird science, but above all a deep vein of humanity runs through these books - inspired by the author's experience of dealing with war, the law, and human rights. Like Michelle Paver, Myers has a fascinating personal background (he is also a lawyer), which very much informs his writing. A discovery from the Orion slush-pile (we are one of the few children's lists to look at unsolicited mss) - the first new novel we have acquired since Graham Gardner's INVENTING ELLIOTT, published in 2002. A definite candidate for author profiles, events and a certain contender for literary prizes.

'A wonderful second novel in this magical and dystopian fantasy. The themes and characters develop fully and the narrative is tense and pacey. It's both challenging and exciting, and it's highly recommended by Bookbag' -- Jill Murphy BOOKBAG 'A brisk event-filled fantasy' SCI-FI ONLINE 'Fast paced inventive writing with original plot involving strange creatures and wierd science, it's guarenteed to satisfy the hunger of voracious readers everywhere' -- Julia Eccleshare LOVE READING 'Myers has failed to disappoint in this fabulous book...Horowitz and Higson fans will enjoy this action-packed book. It's an enthralling adventure from start to finish' -- Leighton Cook (Customer Review) WATERSTONE'S ONLINE 'Older readers will be gripped by this gritty, urban, fantasy adventure' TBK MAGAZINE 'A fast-moving, inventive story' TOTAL SCI-FI ONLINE

Benjamin J. Myers was born in the Potteries in 1967. After studying Philosophy and Psychology at Leeds University, Myers attended the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. He saw active service as a Troop Commander in the First Gulf War and is a qualified battlefield survival instructor. In 1993, he attained his Diploma in Law from the University of London and subsequently has been a barrister in a busy practice in Manchester, specialising in serious crime, often representing vulnerable defendants, in particular juveniles. He also lectures other legal professions on mentally disordered offenders and human rights. Married with three children, Benjamin Myers lives in North Cheshire.