Finnikin of the Rock

　　Ten years after he pledges an oath in blood to protect Lumatere, Finnikin’s cursed kingdom is at the mercy of a murderous imposter. He and his mentor must enlist the help of Evanjalin, an enigmatic young woman who claims the heir to the throne still lives. As Finnikin fights for the truth, he must also contend with the growing intensity of his own feelings for her. The first in the Lumatere Chronicles trilogy, this is a fast-paced, compelling read that will engross the most discerning of fantasy fans, along with newcomers to the genre.

作者簡介

　　Melina Marchetta is the acclaimed and multi-award-winning author of Jellicoe Road, which won the Michael L. Printz medal. Her other titles include Saving Francesca, The Piper's Son and Looking for Alibrandi. Finnikin of the Rock is the first in The Lumatere Chronicles, her epic fantasy trilogy, and has won the 2009 Aurealis award for best YA novel. She lives in Australia.