Description

For fans of the Chronicles of Narnia comes the first book in the Wildwood Chronicles, the New York Times bestselling fantasy adventure series by Colin Meloy, lead singer of the Decemberists, and Carson Ellis, acclaimed illustrator of The Mysterious Benedict Society.

Wildwood captivates readers with the wonder and thrill of a secret world within the landscape of a modern city. It feels at once firmly steeped in the classics of children's literature and completely fresh. The story is told from multiple points of view, and the book features more than eighty illustrations, including six full-color plates, making this an absolutely gorgeous object.

In Wildwood, Prue and her friend Curtis uncover a secret world in the midst of violent upheaval—a world full of warring creatures, peaceable mystics, and powerful figures with the darkest intentions. And what begins as a rescue mission becomes something much greater as the two friends find themselves entwined in a struggle for the very freedom of this wilderness. A wilderness the locals call Wildwood.

The bestselling trilogy from Colin Meloy and Carson Ellis consists of Wildwood, Under Wildwood, and Wildwood Imperium.

But this hidden forest is on the brink of war, and Prue’s rescue mission is only the beginning. What dangers lie waiting in the woods?

Portal Fantasy Adventure: Step from the familiar streets of Portland, Oregon, into the Impassable Wilderness, a magical world hidden in plain sight, teeming with wonder and danger. An Unforgettable Quest: Join Prue as she races to save her baby brother, Mac, after he’s snatched from his wagon by a murder of crows and carried into the forbidden woods. Warring Animal Factions: Navigate a brewing civil war between armies of uniformed coyote soldiers, peaceable mystics, and powerful figures with dark intentions for Wildwood. Beautifully Illustrated: Immerse yourself in the story with over eighty detailed illustrations by acclaimed artist Carson Ellis, including six full-color plates.