Bravepaw and the Heartstone of Alluria (Bravepaw, Book 1) by L.M. Wilkinson & Lavanya Naidu (illus.)
I love a hero’s journey for young readers and this story is a thrilling addition to the genre. In the land of Alluria, Titch is a very ordinary mouseling who dreams of having swordfights and exciting adventures. When Prince Vetier stumbles into their village being chased by a swarm of Curseworms, Titch and her friend Huckleberry must step up and help. And when Titch holds the Prince’s sword, something magical happens. Could Titch, the ordinary mooseling, possibly have inherited the powers of the legendary Bravepaw?
This is a story about being brave even when you’re scared and how even the most ordinary of us can do amazing things. It’s the beginning of a new fantasy adventure series for junior readers aged 7+. It’s highly illustrated so it would also be a delightful read-aloud for adventurous younger children too.