From bestselling author Abi Elphinstone comes a wondrous new series about four secret unmapped kingdoms hidden in our own world! Casper Tock hates risks and is allergic to adventures. So it comes as a nasty shock to him one day when he hides from bullies in an ancient grandfather clock—and ends up finding an entire world inside. Casper discovers that this sky kingdom of Rumblestar is one of the four Unmapped Kingdoms in charge of controlling the weather in Casper’s own world. What’s more, Casper is now stuck in Rumblestar, and the only person there who doesn’t think he’s a demon spy is a strange girl named Utterly, who hates rules and is allergic to behaving. All Casper wants is to find his way home, but Rumblestar is in trouble. An evil harpy called Morg is trying to steal the magic of the Unmapped Kingdoms. And if these kingdoms fall, Casper’s world will be destroyed as well. And so, together with Utterly and her miniature dragon, Arlo, Casper embarks on a quest full of cloud giants, storm ogres, and drizzle hags. Can he, Utterly, and Arlo—the unlikeliest of heroes—save both their worlds from the clutches of Morg?
Abi Elphinstone
Abi Elphinstone is a British children's author known for her adventurous and magical storytelling. Her notable works include "The Dreamsnatcher" series, "Sky Song," and "Rumblestar." Elphinstone's writing style is characterized by vivid imagery, rich world-building, and strong themes of courage and friendship. She has made significant contributions to children's literature by creating captivating fantasy worlds that inspire imagination and resilience in young readers. "The Dreamsnatcher" series, particularly the first book, is one of her most famous works, earning critical acclaim and a loyal following among readers. Elphinstone's impact on the literary genre of middle-grade fantasy has solidified her reputation as a leading voice in children's literature.