AustLit

'A hero's journey . . . a clash between worlds . . . With magical storytelling, this series vividly creates an intricate new world and the characters that fight, love, and dream within it.' (Publication abstract)

'Thirteen-year-old Tal must find his way across the Ice to return to the Castle, where he is among the Chosen. Milla, an Icecarl, is on the same quest, trying to obtain Sunstones for her people. However, all is not right at the Castle, as there seems to be a plot to overthrow Tal's family.' (Publication abstract)

'Castle society is based on the order that the Underfolk are servants to the Chosen, the Spiritshadows are bound to humans, and Icecarl warriors are an outside threat to the order. Tai and Milla, with the help of two Spiritshadows from the dreamworld of Aenir, and a fierce band of Underfolk rebels, must uncover a dark conspiracy.' (Publication abstract)

'Tal and Milla are no longer alone in their quest for the truth about their world. They have been joined by Crow, a rebel Underfolk, and his band of conspirators. They know many secrets about the Castle – and are on the verge of uncovering the greatest secret of all.' (Publication abstract)

'The Dark World is in danger, for the Veil is vulnerable. War is soon to come. On one side are Tal and the Underfolk rebels, struggling for freedom. On another side are Milla and the Icecarls, preparing to assault the Castle.' (Publication abstract)

'Tal and Milla confront Sharrakor in this final book of the series. With the power of the Violet Keystone, Sushin is more dangerous than before, though Tal can wield the same light magic. He and Milla must go to Aenir one last time to stop the Veil from falling and the Forgetting from being undone.' (Publication abstract)