The First Unicorn Rider
Meet the adventurer who first discovered the Island in this thrilling novella prequel to the Skandar series from New York Times and internationally bestselling author A.F. Steadman—featuring black-and-white illustrations throughout!
George Penhaligon has only ever wanted adventure. And when he finds himself shipwrecked and alone on a mysterious island, he makes an incredible discovery. Unicorns are real—and they’re bloodthirsty.
Slowly, George gains one unicorn’s trust, and together, they explore the island’s magical secrets. But there is a dark presence lurking in his new home, more deadly than any unicorn.
Can George fulfill his destiny and free the island from a terrible fate?
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A.F. Steadman
A.F. Steadman’s journey into the world of fantasy started with a spark of wonder and an imagination unbound by the rules of the ordinary. Born and raised in Kent, England, she found solace in books and daydreams, conjuring tales of faraway lands and magical creatures. While her early years were steeped in academic pursuits, including a master’s degree in creative writing from Cambridge, the call of storytelling never truly faded.
Before embarking on her writing career, Steadman ventured into the legal world, where she quickly realized that the only law she truly cared about was the one governing fictional realms. This realization led her to leave behind a career in law and dive headfirst into her passion for writing, leading to her debut novel, Skandar and the Unicorn Thief. This book, part of the Skandar series, offers a refreshing take on mythical creatures, presenting unicorns not as gentle, mystical beings but as fierce, bloodthirsty warriors—an approach that quickly captivated readers and critics alike.
Skandar
In a world where unicorns are not the gentle, mystical creatures many believe them to be, Skandar introduces readers to a breathtaking universe where these mythical beings are fierce, wild, and incredibly dangerous. A far cry from the fairy-tale version of unicorns, this series flips the script, giving readers a front-row seat to the thrilling, high-stakes battles between these incredible creatures and the young riders who bond with them.
Skandar consists of five primary books, and includes one additional book that complement the series but is not considered mandatory reads — considered a complete series. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
