The Pearl in the Ice by Cathryn Constable (author)

An exciting and beautiful new novel from the bestselling
author of The Wolf Princess.
‘A thrilling and atmospheric adventure, laced with magic’
THEBOOKSELLER

‘Lively storytelling blends fairy tale and a romanticised
history’ SUNDAYTIMES

Twelve-year-old Marina feels an irresistible pull to the sea despite
the strict wishes of her father,
a naval commander, who’s
kept her away from water all her life.

When she’s sent to boarding school, Marina instead stows
away on her father’s ship. Unbeknown to her, it’s the
eve of war and she’s embarked on a stormy voyage through
icy seas to where a great secret lies in wait …

A thrilling novel from the bestselling author of The
Wolf Princess

Magical realism at its best for ages 10+

Combines historical setting with contemporary pace and
a classic feel