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Skandar and the Phantom Rider

the spectacular sequel to Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, the biggest fantasy adventure since Harry Potter

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Skandar and the Phantom Rider

By: A.F. Steadman
Narrated by: David Dawson
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HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . .

Don’t miss this sequel to Waterstones Children’s Book of the Year 2022 Skandar and the Unicorn Thief. Skandar and the Phantom Rider is the second book in the international bestselling SKANDAR series, an unmissable adventure for listeners age 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Fireborn.


The Island shall have its revenge . . .

Skandar Smith has achieved his dream to train as a unicorn rider.

But as Skandar and his friends enter their second year at the Eyrie, a new threat arises. Immortal wild unicorns are somehow being killed, a prophecy warns of terrible danger, and elemental destruction begins to ravage the Island.

Meanwhile, Skandar’s sister, Kenna, longs to join him – and Skandar is determined to help her, no matter what. As the storm gathers, can Skandar discover how to stop the Island tearing itself apart – before it’s too late for them all?

THE EPIC ADVENTURE CONTINUES... PRE-ORDER SKANDAR AND THE CHAOS TRIALS, THE UNMISSABLE BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE SERIES, NOW!

ONE OF THE THE SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN 2023
SKANDAR AND THE UNICORN THIEF WAS THE WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023

Praise for the SKANDAR series:

‘Skandar Smith’s adventures at the Eyrie, a training school for unicorn riders, have made him the most popular children’s fantasy hero since Harry Potter.’ - The Daily Telegraph

'Epic, unforgettable and endlessly exciting, Steadman’s masterful sequel soars even higher than her debut.' – Aisling Fowler, author of the Fireborn series

'Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm.'The Times Children's Book of the Week

‘Pacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read.’ – Louie Stowell, author of Loki and Otherland

‘A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathless moment of it!’ – Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper’s Island and co-author of Twin Crowns

‘The best book I’ve ever read.’ – Patrick, age 10

‘My book of the year. Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. You’ll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to!’ – Dominique Valente, author of the Starfell series

‘Never have unicorns been so ferocious, fearsome and thrilling! A fantastically gripping read!’ – Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia Fang and Rainbow Grey

‘A magnificent book. I raced through it – at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed. It’s everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly.’ – Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear

'Perfect for those who have consumed the Harry Potter books and Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy and are looking for their next fictional feast.' – The Sunday Times
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Loved it so much. I really didn’t want it to end. I can’t wait to find out what happened next. It feel like that wait for the Harry Potter books all over again. Just amazing.

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I really really really really recommend this book I loved every second it is really funny
I have listened to it millions of times and every single time it has been great 🤩🤩🤩❤️❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩❤️❤️❤️

INCREDIBLE I LOVE THIS SO SO SO SO SO SO SO MUCH

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Easy to read fantasy book, good story can't wait for 3rd book to come up in April

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I ABSOLUTELY loved it!! Best book ever I really recomend the other books .



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I like the fights and the first rider bits

amazing book and it is my favourite book

it is awesome best book ever skandar series rules

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