{"product_id":"death-of-a-king-isbn-9781770493988","title":"Death of a King","description":"One of history's most turbulent times comes dramatically to life in this big, broad adventure novel. Twelve-year-old Alex, determined to get to the bottom of his parents' disappearance, sets out on a quest to find them. An ambitious time-travel novel set in Scotland at the time of William Wallace, \u003ci\u003eDeath of a King\u003c\/i\u003e explores the turbulence of the bloody late thirteenth century after King Alexander dies on his way to Kinghorn without leaving an heir to the throne. The country is thrown into chaos, and Alex must overcome many obstacles along his path. Full of humor, intrigue, bloodshed, battles, and suspense, \u003ci\u003eDeath of a King\u003c\/i\u003e is a rollicking read told by a major voice in historical fiction.SHORTLIST The National Chapter of Canada IODE Violet Downey Book Award\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eThe Battle of Duncragglin\u003c\/i\u003e, the prequel to this novel, also by Andrew Vanderwal:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This book fills a hole in the historical fiction genre by showcasing Scotland in the Middle Ages. It will appeal to reluctant boy readers with its many battle scenes, descriptions of torture devices, and darkly humorous lines. Fans of the movie \u003ci\u003eBraveheart\u003c\/i\u003e will adore this book. ...an appealing, well-researched adventure.\" - \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"...The mix between present pain and past events provide the most intriguing aspect of the decisions made by all....\" —\u003ci\u003eKirkus Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"... Those looking for headlong adventure featuring a stouthearted lad, a black-hearted villain, scenes of bloody violence, and details of survival techniques will not be disappointed. ...\" - \u003ci\u003eBooklist \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"... a rip-roaring adventure story filled with action, humor, and quite a lot of bloodshed, providing a great guy read that should also appeal to fans of historical fiction and fantasy.\" \u003cbr\u003e—\u003ci\u003eVOYA\u003c\/i\u003eBorn in the Netherlands, Andrew H. Vanderwal was raised in Canada.  A partner of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, Andrew H. Vanderwal lives in Toronto with his wife and two sons.  His first novel for young adults, \u003ci\u003eThe Battle for Duncragglin\u003c\/i\u003e, was a great critical success. Visit his website at www.duncraggglin.com. The author lives in Toronto, Ontario.Companion to The Battle for Duncragglin","brand":"Tundra Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46300771942629,"sku":"NP9781770493988","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781770493988.jpg?v=1767724907","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/death-of-a-king-isbn-9781770493988","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}