The Key & the Flame

The Key & the Flame by Claire Caterer, published by Simon and Schuster on April 2, 2013, is a middle-grade fantasy adventure that follows the journey of eleven-year-old Holly Shepard. In search of excitement beyond her mundane life, Holly discovers an old iron key that opens a door in a tree, leading her into the enchanting medieval world of Anglielle. As she steps through, Holly awakens a powerful magic within herself, setting the stage for an adventure filled with danger and discovery.

Readers will find themselves immersed in a tale of action and adventure as Holly navigates this magical realm alongside her younger brother Ben and Everett, an English boy with his own secrets. The story explores themes of family and courage as Holly faces the challenge of saving her companions from the royals, who are intent on eradicating magic and its creatures. With 480 pages of engaging narrative, this edition invites readers to experience a richly woven tapestry of legends, myths, and the trials of growing up in a world where magic and danger intertwine.