By A.F. Steadman (author) Part of the Skandar series
"Impossible to put down, with cliffhanger chapters, growing friendships, and ever-increasing danger for Skandar."
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The third book in the phenomenal Skandar series, Skandar and the Chaos Trials, sees the Island facing mounting instability as the brutal Chaos Trials begin. Read what our Kids Reader Review Panel thought -
"This book was AMAZING!! I loved Skandar and the Chaos Trials even more than the last one (and that one was amazing too). It was full of danger, action, and huge surprises!
Skandar is growing up and facing really hard challenges, but he still cares about his friends and family. There were lots of twists I didn’t expect and some parts made me gasp out loud. The world of the Eyrie is so magical and exciting, I wish it was real.
This story made me feel excited, nervous, happy, and sometimes sad – but in a good way! If you haven't read any of the SKANDAR series yet, then why not?! I can guarantee you will love these books." ~ Sophie Massey
"Skandar meets these people called the wanderers who help him. It is important that he passes the trials, so he isn’t declared a nomad. Skandar fights the Weaver for a second time and his instructor (Everhart) helps him defeat the Weaver. Skandar has a fall out with Bobby Bruna and then Flo but they all make up in the end though, so it isn’t that bad.
The book is lovely, the storyline is great, and I liked it because it was a really exciting, adventurous book and I really like reading it. It is just an amazing book." ~ Aralynne Monksummers
HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . . Don’t miss the unputdownable new book in the international bestselling Skandar series, for readers ages 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Impossible Creatures.
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The Island always wins… Skandar and his sister Kenna are finally both at the Eyrie, but tensions are high. To survive their third year of training, Skandar and his friends must complete a series of terrifying trials across the Island’s elemental zones. Friendships, allegiances and rider-unicorn bonds will be pushed to the limit – only the strongest will make it.
Meanwhile Kenna’s forged bond to a wild unicorn has left her alienated and alone. And when a terrible discovery puts the future of the Island in peril, all fingers point in one direction . . . As dark forces assemble, Skandar must decide how far is he willing to go – for Kenna, and for the Eyrie.
Get ready for unlikely heroes, elemental magic, sky battles, ancient secrets and ferocious unicorns in this highly anticipated adventure that will keep you reading after lights out!
Read the books in order:
Skandar and the Unicorn Thief
Skandar and the Phantom Rider
Skandar and the Chaos Trials
Skandar and the Skeleton Curse
Skandar and the Spirit War
'Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm.' – The Times Children's Book of the Week
‘Pacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read.’ – Louie Stowell, author of Loki
‘A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathless moment of it!’ – Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper’s Island and co-author of Twin Crowns
‘The best book I’ve ever read.’ – Patrick, age 10
‘My book of the year. Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. You’ll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to!’ – Dominique Valente, author of Starfell
‘Never have unicorns been so ferocious, fearsome and thrilling! A fantastically gripping read!’ – Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Rainbow Grey
‘A magnificent book. I raced through it – at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed. It’s everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly.’ – Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear
‘Skandar and the Unicorn Thief brims with wild adventure, fierce sky battles, elemental magic, ferocious unicorns and a terrifying enemy. Steadman's cinematic writing draws you in from the very first page, creating a hugely compelling, unforgettable read. Endlessly thrilling, unputdownable and utterly unmissable.’ – Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn
‘A. F. Steadman has created a stunning new world that feels both familiar and fresh, with a cast of characters that will stay with you long after you’ve finished reading.’ – Tlá Okogwu, author of Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun
'Perfect for those who have consumed the Harry Potter books and Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy and are looking for their next fictional feast.' – The Sunday Times
A.F. Steadman grew up in the Kent countryside, getting lost in fantasy worlds and scribbling stories in notebooks. Before focusing on writing, she worked in law, until she realized that there wasn't nearly enough magic involved. She is the author of the New York Times bestselling Skandar series.
Photo credit Chris Close
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If you haven't read any of the SKANDAR series yet, then why not?! I can guarantee you will love these books.
This book was AMAZING!! I loved S kandar and the Chaos Trials even more than the last one (and that one was amazing too). It was full of danger, action, and huge surprises!
This story made me feel excited, nervous, happy, and sometimes sad – but in a good way! If you haven't read any of the SKANDAR series yet, then why not?!... Read Full Review
It’s an amazing storyline and a really good book.
Skandar meets these people called the wanderers who help him. It is important that he passes the trials, so he isn’t declared a nomad. Skandar fights the Weaver for a second time and his instructor (Everhart) helps him defeat the Weaver. Skandar has a fall out with Bobby Bruna and then Flo but they all make up in the end though, so it isn’t that bad. The book is lovely, the storyline is great, and I liked it because it was a really exciting, adventurous book and I really like reading it.... Read Full Review
Aralynne Monksummers
This book is great for lovers of adventure, magic and thrill, it will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page! If you’ve read (and enjoyed) books like Amari and the night brothers or the Harry Potter series, you're bound to enjoy this new and gripping series too!
Skandar is in his third year at the eyrie - fledgling year. But it is also the Chaos trials year, a series of thrilling, death defying challenges designed to strengthen rider and unicorn bonds based on the four elements (fire, earth, water and air). But that is not all that Skandar has to worry about…his sister Kenna is now training at the eyrie with her wild unicorn, Goshawks Fury. This is unsettling everyone and causing an atmosphere of fear and distrust (wild unicorns are not meant to have riders). But when Kenna is forced to go on the run and abandons the eyrie, everyone is looking for her and it seems like the island will not rest until she is caught and is safely behind bars.... Read Full Review
HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . .
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Skandar and the Chaos Trials and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old
Skandar and the Chaos Trials features in the following genres: Featured Books for 9+ readers, Featured Books for 11+ readers, Recommendations, Adventure Stories, Fantasy / Magical, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational
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Skandar and the Chaos Trials was written by A.F. Steadman and published by Simon & Schuster Children's an imprint of Simon & Schuster UK
Skandar and the Chaos Trials has 416 pages
Yes it is part of Skandar series
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