The Lost King

The Slave City of Khul, a proud Kingdom founded by slaves, is invaded. The Slave King and his family slaughtered and resistance brutally suppressed. The former slaves are slaves once more. The slaves whisper a name that has not been heard or repeated since the City fell. Avtar. Avtar is their king. Thirteen year-old Watt is a Ghosty Boy, so called for the flour-covered uniform of The Baker's apprentices, and works in the ancient fortress of Slave City, a far- flung outreach of Empire. When Watt gets stuck cleaning the Baker's chimney, he falls into a labyrinth of corridors where he finds his sister, Melior, and his life is turned upside down. All Watt wants to do is survive, but Melior dreams of sweet revenge.

While reading this book you take a journey to a mysterious city, ‘The Slave City' where you will meet many amazing people, from a Baker's assistant to an orphan in hiding. Embark on a magical adventure of faith hope and destiny as the slave city seeks to find its' lost king. Slaves still dream about the king that used to reign over them could it be that he is still alive and hiding in the city?

This book is truly a book that makes you feel like you are there when the action is happening. Ursula Jones is a truly talented author and this book certainly shows it. This book is gripping and unpredictable, you'll never know what'll happen next. It has a very original storyline and great for kids 10+ who love reading. Families Rating 6/6 --Families Online UK