Skandar and the Unicorn Thief: The international, award-winning hit, and the biggest fantasy adventure series since Harry Potter: Volume 1
A.F. Steadman
Subjects
- Fantasy Worlds - awesome adventures of magic and mystery
- Facts & Information - lists, stats and plenty of facts
- Action Adventures - chills, thrills and plenty of spills
- Friends & Family - tears and laughter, and happy ever after
- Friends & Family - tears and laughter, and happy ever after
- Animal Tales - bundles of fur, fluff and fun
- Sporty Stories - games, goals and gold medals
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HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The first book in the award-winning, international hit fantasy adventure series for children age 9+, and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Fireborn.
WATERSTONES CHILDREN’S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022
WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023!‘Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm.’ – The Times Children’s Book of the Week
‘Pacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read.’ – Louie Stowell, author of Loki and Otherland
‘A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathless moment of it!’ – Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper’s Island and co-author of Twin Crowns
‘The best book I’ve ever read.’ – Patrick, age 10
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Praise for Skandar and the Unicorn Thief:
‘My book of the year. Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. You’ll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to!’ – Dominique Valente, author of the Starfell series
‘Never have unicorns been so ferocious, fearsome and thrilling! A fantastically gripping read!’ – Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia Fang and Rainbow Grey
‘A magnificent book. I raced through it – at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed. It’s everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly.’ – Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear
‘Skandar and the Unicorn Thief brims with wild adventure, fierce sky battles, elemental magic, ferocious unicorns and a terrifying enemy. Steadman’s cinematic writing draws you in from the very first page, creating a hugely compelling, unforgettable read. Endlessly thrilling, unputdownable and utterly unmissable.’ – Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn
‘A. F. Steadman has created a stunning new world that feels both familiar and fresh, with a cast of characters that will stay with you long after you’ve finished reading.’ –Tọlá Okogwu, author of Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun
‘Perfect for those who have consumed the Harry Potter books and Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy and are looking for their next fictional feast.’ – The Sunday Times
Reviews
Very cool how they include the summer solstice and the whole map so you you know where they are and where they are heading
Sergeant Trigger Endeavour 09.10.2025
One of my favourite series.
Master Sketch Lavalamp 19.09.2025
lots of drama about the weaver
King Rip Jamboree 07.09.2025
Very fun and exciting to read. I wanted to get right to the end to see what happened. Flo and Skandar were my favourite because they had unique types of unicorn.
Lieutenant Jiminy Waltzer 03.09.2025
I re-read this book before taking on number five!
General Wanda Eragon 30.08.2025
Lots of action and detail.No pictures but a must reed for action.I would recommend this book.A long lasting book.I liked standard the best because of his backstory and characteristics.
Sir Adolpho Bouncy-castle 29.08.2025
Skandar, I found the most interesting part was when Skandar discovered that his mom was still alive and was the weaver.
Professor Slip Desperado 18.08.2025
funny, adventurous, brilliant book
Professor Hercules Godzilla 14.08.2025
It was possibly the best fiction story I have ever read. I would recommend it to everyone looking for a good story.
Judge Cello Spaghetti-Hoops 14.08.2025
It's a very good book. The begging was filled with fun but then becomes more serious. There is a very intense build up and made me gasp a few times. The ending is shocking and difficult for Skandar.
Officer Pixie Casserole 10.08.2025
Amazing book
Constable Dragon Bucket 06.08.2025
I loved this book because it has unicorns that can fly . I love unicorns that can fly because I think they are like Pegasus's. My favourite character is Skandar because he is a lot like me (funny,smart and loves unicorns that can fly) and also I like his sister because she makes the bullies (who bully Skandar everyday) look like fools!
Commander Bruno Bonsai 05.08.2025
Really cool. It wasn’t what I expected about the unicorns. Cool that he’s a spirit wielder and it ends happily.
Lieutenant Fandango Peanut-butter 21.07.2025
Loved the way the author thought about nature, making four out the five elements nature themed.
Nurse Majorca Sausage-Roll 19.07.2025
Really good loved reading it and I’d really recommend it for other people.
Senor Snoopy Bubble-wrap 15.07.2025
An amazing story of having an evil mum and being the odd one out in class
Principal Aphrodite Nuggets 12.07.2025
it was fiction and the person that I liked was Skandar because he didn't take the hatchery test and he got his unicorn who was called Scoundrels luck and at the end of his hatchling year he did the impossible-he stopped the weaver.
Professor Pablo Custard 06.01.2025
I loved the story, it was very adventurous and magical!
Empress Wanda Rubber-duck 02.01.2025
This book was full of action and adventure. I really liked it because of everything that was happening. Children aged 10-14 will like this book alot.
Countess Phoenix Pendragon 17.12.2024
Star Reviewer
Skandar and the Unicorn Thief is one of the best books I have ever read. The person I liked best was obviously Skandar, he is kind and brave willing to do anything for his friends. The person I hated was Amber, she is always so arrogant and boasts a lot about her perfect qualities. She is also a big LIAR as she told everyone her father was killed by wild unicorns, but he was in jail for being a spirit wielder. I will definitely recommend this book to others, you will see a totally different side of unicorns.
Senorita Ariel Mystery 01.12.2024
