The Buried Crown

Author: Sherrick, Ally

Reading age: from c 9 years

Published on 5 April 2018 by Chicken House Ltd in the United Kingdom.

Paperback / softback | 320 pages
131 x 199 x 22 | 234g

An exciting World War II adventure from acclaimed author

Ally Sherrick - blending her trademark rip-roaring historical

storytelling with mythology and magic!

FROM THE WINNER OF THE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION'S YOUNG

QUILLS AWARD

'This is a thrilling, atmospheric story full of heart-stopping

moments and mystical elements' PRIMARY TIMES

'This fast-paced adventure zips along' BOOKTRUST

'A stunning historical story embroiled in magic, myth and

legend' THE PHOENIX COMIC

It's World War II and Britain is on the brink of invasion.

Londoner George has been sent to live in the countryside while

his brother and guardian, Charlie, trains to be a pilot –

but he's very far from safe.

An ancient burial ground nearby contains a priceless treasure,

a magical Anglo-Saxon crown Hitler is desperate to possess.

Alongside Kitty, the granddaughter of a Jewish archaeologist,

George must find and protect the crown from the Nazi invaders before

it's too late ...

From the award-winning author of Black Powder,

Vita and the Gladiator and The Queen's Fool

A rip-roaring World War 2 adventure combining adventure

and magic - perfect for KS2 readers aged 9 and up

Takes inspiration from real-life history to create a

thrilling story