CHARLIE HILL CREATIVE
THE BURNING SWORD
BOOK ONE IN THE ORCADIAN SERIES
The Burning Sword
The exciting new Orcadian series: Join Jackson Bell and warrior princess Freyja on an action packed Viking fantasy adventure in the mythical world of Orcadia.
EVERYONE SAYS HIS FATHER IS DEAD.
JACK DOESN’T BELIEVE THEM.
Fourteen-year-old Jack Bell watched his father vanish during a fishing trip in the Scottish Highlands. His body was never found.
Then Jack discovers an ancient amulet. The dreams begin. And somewhere beyond his world, something is calling him.
Following the clues into an ancient burial chamber, Jack crosses into Orcadia - a land of Viking warriors, forgotten magic and creatures from myth. There he meets Freyja, a fierce warrior princess whose sister has been kidnapped, while Prince Baldur tightens his grip on a kingdom sliding towards chaos.
And the strange sword Jack carries is beginning to burn.
To find his father, Jack must discover why the sword chose him - and why his family may be connected to Orcadia’s darkest secrets.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Thrilling
Reviewed in Germany on 16 April 2024
This is not only for kids and young people. Adults young in their heart will love it, too. The story is absolutely thrilling, full of adventure, unexpected twists and well written. I hope the second volume appears soon.
5.0 out of 5 stars A great purchase
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 May 2024
I came across The Burning Sword while searching for a book as a present for my friend's grandson, who is a big Harry Potter and Artemis Fowl fan. He is now a Jackson Bell fan also, and is eagerly awaiting the next book in the series
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 April 2024
Bought it as a gift for a young relative to read but ended up dipping into it myself. I was carried away by Jack and his adventure and have since spread the word of how captivating the story is. Well worth the read for both young and older alike.
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! What an exciting read! Where's book 2?
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 April 2024
Great action packed adventure story and I loved the well researched insight into Vikings and Norse mythology and culture.
This book starts with an exciting glimpse into the world of Orcadia, then briefly contrasts with the introduction of the main character Jack in his home Scotland. The book then quickly escalates into an exciting, action packed story, set mainly in the writer's created mythical world. I so enjoyed this book and loved how the writer developed Jack and his growing confidence throughout the book. The introduction of a warrior princess as Jack's trusted ally adds an extra touch of excitement to this book. My neice is asking for book 2 and so am I!!
5.0 out of 5 stars Very enjoyable
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 April 2024
Thoroughly enjoying reading about Jack's adventures in Orcadia and look forward to following his journey further in subsequent books. Think this would generally appeal to children aged around 9/10 into early teens (although I'm somewhat older than that!!)
Well done to the author for creating a jolly good romp through a believable fantasy world
