The Lost Kingdom of Bamarre

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In this compelling and thought-provoking fantasy set in the world of The Two Princesses of Bamarre, Newbery Honor-winning author Gail Carson Levine introduces a spirited heroine who must overcome deeply rooted prejudiceincluding her ownto heal her broken country.

Peregrine strives to live up to the ideal of her people, the Latkiand to impress her parents: affectionate Lord Tove, who despises only the Bamarre, and stern Lady Klausine. Perry runs the fastest, speaks her mind, and doesnt give much thought to the castles Bamarre servants, whom she knows to be weak and cowardly.

But just as shes about to join her father on the front lines, she is visited by the fairy Halina, who reveals that Perry isnt Latki-born. She is Bamarre. The fairy issues a daunting challenge: against the Lakti power, Perry must free her people from tyranny.

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In her usual witty, magical style, Gail Carson Levine has built a tale of resilience and rebellion that feels more timely than ever... Readers both familiar and new to Levines storytelling will devour this tale and cheer its stunning conclusion. Soman Chainani, New York Times bestselling author of the School for Good and Evil series Levine riffs gently on Rapunzel and delivers an arch appraisal of discrimination and bigotry, cloaked in a magical, medieval, vaguely European fairy-tale setting. A captivating and charming adventure sure to please young readers and longtime fans. Kirkus Reviews(starred review) Perrys struggle to reconcile her fathers love for her with his deep hatred of the Bamarre resonates, as does her burgeoning and nuanced definition of strength. Her growing awareness of prejudice and ethnocentrism is insightful and believable; readers will easily connect her journey to their own experiences. Publishers Weekly Levine slips seamlessly back into the world of The Two Princesses of Bamarre (2001)... This balances elements of Rapunzel and a smart, timely exploration of the prejudices that exist between people, and fans of Levine will rejoice to watch the journey of another strong, flawed heroine. Booklist With its relevant commentary on race and prejudice and its strong female lead, this newest addition to Levines oeuvre will appeal to the authors followers and fantasy fans. School Library Journal A clear set up of rights and wrongs, a sympathetic protagonist, and a sweeping magical settingtheres a lot that existing Levine fans will recognize and appreciate here, and new readers will be pleased to learn that the author has plenty more for them to enjoy. Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books

Author Bio

Gail Carson Levine's first book for children, Ella Enchanted, was a Newbery Honor Book. Levine's other books include Ever, a New York Times bestseller; Fairest, a Best Book of the Year for Publishers Weekly and School Library Journal, and a New York Times bestseller; Dave at Night, an ALA Notable Book and Best Book for Young Adults; The Wish; The Two Princesses of Bamarre; A Tale of Two Castles; and the six Princess Tales books. She is also the author of the nonfiction books Writing Magic: Creating Stories That Fly and Writer to Writer: From Think to Ink, as well as the picture books Betsy Who Cried Wolf and Betsy Red Hoodie. Gail Carson Levine and her husband, David, live in a two-centuries-old farmhouse in the Hudson Valley of New York State.