THE GRIDD: PERILS OF THE LIGHTHOLDER

When Alick Rae’s parents vanished at 16 he would have to leave the comfort of his elite English Boarding School and will be sent to live with his grandfather he never met, but in Virginia. Alick has been keeping his secret of unusual bursts of heat and cold. But the day a mysterious accident exposes these abilities, Alick’s life pulls sharply away from everything familiar.When a group of strangers arrives with warnings about an invisible realm known as the Gridd, Alick is thrust into a journey that carries him from warm southern fields to icy northern waters and far beyond. Here, five Protector tribes stand guard over lands shaped by magic, myth, and shifting light. Each region holds pieces of a legacy Alick never knew he belonged to, along with dangers rising faster than anyone is prepared to face.As Alick uncovers the truth about his family’s connection to the Gridd, he must navigate powerful alliances, ancient rivalries, and a responsibility heavier than anything he has ever known. Along the way he forms bonds that challenge his fears and awaken a strength he never believed he had.Filled with heart, suspense, vivid landscapes, and emotional depth, The Gridd blends real world warmth with magical discovery. It is perfect for readers who enjoy young adult fantasy, fantasy books for young adults, coming of age fantasy, and fantasy and magic adventures that mix personal growth with epic stakes. Read more