The Runaway King
The Runaway King by Jennifer A. Nielsen is a reprint edition published by Scholastic Incorporated on January 28, 2014. This 352-page book continues the story of Jaron, who, just weeks after ascending to the throne, faces an assassination attempt that plunges him into a perilous situation. As rumors of war circulate within the castle walls, Jaron grapples with the daunting choice of abandoning his kingdom to ensure its survival.
Readers will find themselves immersed in a tale filled with action and adventure as Jaron navigates treachery and danger. The narrative explores themes of family and identity, particularly as Jaron confronts the implications of his decisions on his kingdom and himself. This installment of The Ascendance Series promises a thrilling journey through a world of royalty, fantasy, and magic, as Jaron’s quest unfolds amidst the challenges of leadership and loyalty.
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A kingdom teetering on the brink of destruction. A king gone missing. Who will survive? Find out in the thrilling sequel to Jennifer A. Nielsen’s New York Times bestselling blockbuster The False Prince!
Just weeks after Jaron has taken the throne, an assassination attempt forces him into a deadly situation. Rumors of a coming war are winding their way between the castle walls, and Jaron feels the pressure quietly mounting within Carthya. Soon, it becomes clear that deserting the kingdom may be his only hope of saving it. But the further Jaron is forced to run from his identity, the more he wonders if it is possible to go too far. Will he ever be able to return home again? Or will he have to sacrifice his own life in order to save his kingdom?The stunning second installment of The Ascendance Series takes readers on a roller coaster ride of treason and murder, thrills and peril, as they journey with the Runaway King.And don’t miss the highly anticipated fourth book in the series, The Captive Kingdom, coming October 2020!
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