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World of Skandar: The First Unicorn Rider
the must-have gift for fantasy adventure fans!
Part of Skandar
Read by Alfred Enoch
Table of Contents
About The Book
An unmissable new magical adventure set in the incredible World of Skandar, perfect for fans of the series and newcomers alike.
From international bestselling author A.F. Steadman, perfect for fans of Harry Potter, Impossible Creatures, Eragon and Greenwild.
A BOY WITH A DESTINY. A MYSTERIOUS ISLAND. A WORLD OF MAGICAL CREATURES.
George Penhaligon has only ever wanted adventure.
But when he finds himself shipwrecked and alone on a mysterious island, he makes an incredible discovery. Unicorns are real – and they’re bloodthirsty.
Slowly, George gains one unicorn’s trust and together they explore the island’s magical secrets. But there is a dark presence lurking in his new home, more deadly than any unicorn.
Can George fulfil his destiny and free the island from a terrible fate?
Discover the incredible World of Skandar with this thrilling origin adventure narrated by Harry Potter star, Alfred Enoch.
Praise for the SKANDAR series:
‘The most popular children’s fantasy hero since Harry Potter’ – Telegraph
‘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
‘Deft, dazzling and breathlessly exciting – it’s a joy to enter Skandar’s World.’ – Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood and Co. series
*Skandar and the Chaos Trials was the Number 1 bestseller in the UK Nielsen Bookscan chart, 27th April 2024
*Skandar and the Spirit War was the Children’s Number 1 besteller in the UK Nielsen Bookscan Chart 30th August 2025
From international bestselling author A.F. Steadman, perfect for fans of Harry Potter, Impossible Creatures, Eragon and Greenwild.
A BOY WITH A DESTINY. A MYSTERIOUS ISLAND. A WORLD OF MAGICAL CREATURES.
George Penhaligon has only ever wanted adventure.
But when he finds himself shipwrecked and alone on a mysterious island, he makes an incredible discovery. Unicorns are real – and they’re bloodthirsty.
Slowly, George gains one unicorn’s trust and together they explore the island’s magical secrets. But there is a dark presence lurking in his new home, more deadly than any unicorn.
Can George fulfil his destiny and free the island from a terrible fate?
Discover the incredible World of Skandar with this thrilling origin adventure narrated by Harry Potter star, Alfred Enoch.
Praise for the SKANDAR series:
‘The most popular children’s fantasy hero since Harry Potter’ – Telegraph
‘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
‘Deft, dazzling and breathlessly exciting – it’s a joy to enter Skandar’s World.’ – Jonathan Stroud, author of Lockwood and Co. series
*Skandar and the Chaos Trials was the Number 1 bestseller in the UK Nielsen Bookscan chart, 27th April 2024
*Skandar and the Spirit War was the Children’s Number 1 besteller in the UK Nielsen Bookscan Chart 30th August 2025
About The Reader
Product Details
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio UK (November 6, 2025)
- Runtime: 4 hours and 35 minutes
- ISBN13: 9781398540569
- Ages: 9 - 99
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