The Unchosen One

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Tassie has grown up in the Citadel under careful watch, well away from any form of danger – and adventure. When the Wisest of the Wise Witches comes to visit and proclaims her the Chosen One, destined to save her people from death and destruction, Tassie realizes why she’s spent her life wrapped in cotton wool. The time of fulfilling the prophecy is nigh – but it sounds absolutely zero fun. Tassie needs to find a new Chosen One, so along with her best friend, a griffin called Spin, and an enigmatic elf, she sets off on an epic (and somewhat chaotic) quest through magical lands in a race against time. Unfortunately, she’s never been on time for anything.

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Scheduled for publication on 7th May, 2026
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SKU: 9781529525700 Category: Tag: Publisher/imprint : Walker Books Ltd
Page count : 240
Published on 7th May, 2026

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The first book in a hilarious, fast-paced and super readable new fantasy adventure series
from the New York Times bestselling author of The House at the Edge of Magic.

“Wonderfully inventive, brilliantly funny, warm-hearted and magical.” Andy Shepherd

What happens if the Chosen One doesn’t want the job?

When Tassie is announced as the Chosen One, destined to save the day, she knows there’s been a mistake. She’s nothing like the mild-mannered child described in the prophecy! Besides, being the Chosen One sounds like ZERO fun.

If Tassie wants to dodge her destiny, she needs to find a new Chosen One – and fast! Along with her best friend, a griffin called Spin, she embarks on a quest through magical lands in a race against the clock. Unfortunately, she’s never been on time for anything…

Prepare for dizzying dragon rides, sneaky elves and bad-tempered orcs, as Amy Sparkes combines the wit and eccentricity of Terry Pratchett’s young fiction with the unlikely hero story of Kung-Fu Panda. This unputdownable adventure proves you don’t have to be the Chosen One to save the day!

Perfect for fans of Diana Wynne Jones, Sam Copeland, Jamie Littler and Jenny McLachlan.

“A shot of joy: humour, heart and hope.” Abi Elphinstone

“Colourful, chaotic and cracking good fun!” Sinéad O’Hart

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Weight 0.27 kg
Dimensions 19.8 × 12.9 cm
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