Skip to main content

The Shield, Sword, and Crown Series

Weasel, Arisa, and Prince Edoran are three kids living in the same medieval world, but each of them comes from a very different background. Fate will bring the three of them crashing together, and they will soon discover that the future of their world as they know it rests upon their shoulders.

This series is perfect for any boy (or girl) who loves medieval adventures full of sword fighting, magic, political intrigue, and life and death battles that will leave them breathless. Each book is written from the different point of view of one of the three main characters and gives the reader a peek into what it is that makes them tick. Weasel, the mischievous and brave pickpocket who learns to look out for more than his own neck. Arisa, who has the power to tell the future with arcanara cards, is a believer in fateā€”and in the power of her own wits. And Prince Edoran, a miserably lonely and sad boy who wants only to find a way out of becoming king. Put these three together and you get one fabulous series! Kids who liked The Rangerā€™s Apprentice series and The Prydain Chronicles will LOVE this series as well!

Shield of Stars (Book One)
by Hilari BellSimon and Schuster, 2007. 267 pgs. Juvenile fiction

Weasel, a former pickpocket turned clerk, knows he must somehow rescue Justice Holis (Weaselā€™s employer and the only person the boy truly cares about) after the man is taken to prison for treason against the crown. And so does the adventure of a lifetime begin, as Weasel unknowingly sets off a chain of events involving, a resentful and spoiled Prince Edoran, a spirited but enigmatic girl named Arisa, and a lot of by-the-seat-of-your-pants daring do.


Sword of Waters (Book Two)
by Hilari Bell
Simon and Schuster, 2008. 363 pgs. Juvenile fiction

Raised as a bandit, Arisa is a born fighter. So being trapped living life in the castle, attending court, and being forced to act the part of a lady, is about to drive her mad. Arisa mother, who is Prince Edoranā€™s current military commander, gives her daughter the assignment to hunt down an ancient sword that supposedly has the power to give its barer the right to rule. Arisa is only too happy to obligeā€”until political intrigue and a murder most foul quickly become part of the mystery she is meant to solve. Before she is through, Arisa will need the help of both Weasel and Prince Edoran to help her save the whole kingdom.


Crown of Earth (Book Three)
by Hilari Bell
Aladdin, 2009. 260 pgs. Juvenile fiction

Prince Edoran is determined to save his best friend, Weasel from certain death at the hands of the rebel bandits who have kidnapped him. But the only way the crown prince can do that is to leave the safety of the castle and dress like a commoner, so he can hunt Weasel down himself in disguise. But how long can a spoil prince who has never had any kind of training, survive out in the real world by himself? Edoran is about to find out.

Comments

Popular posts from this blog

Review: Faker

Faker By Gordon Korman New York: Scholastic Press, 2024. Fiction. 214 pages. 12-year-old Trey is used to starting over at a new school -- he has the routine perfectly memorized: make new friends, introduce his dad to the wealthy parents of his new friends, and "Houdini" themselves out of there before they get caught running their latest scam. Trey's dad is a master con artist, and Trey has just been promoted to full-partner. Their new scheme for the next big score brings them to the affluent suburb of Boxelder, TN where Trey's dad has cooked up a fake electric car company for investors to buy into. The only problem is that Trey is starting to grow tired of moving around and never putting down roots, especially after forming a fast friendship with Logan and developing a crush on Kaylee, a socially conscious girl in his class. As Trey longs for a normal life, is there any way he can convince his dad to get out of the family business? Gordon Korman is a perennial favorit...

If You Like...Ladybugs

Spring is almost upon us! We'll have more rain instead of snow, flowers will start blooming, and more bugs will be out. Ladybugs are some of the prettiest insects--and the least intimidating for those more wary of bugs. If you like ladybugs, check out these books! Ladybugs Do Not Go to Preschool Written by Ali Rutstein Illustrated by NinĢ‹a Nill Richmond, VA: Bright Light, 2024. Picture Book. Ravi loves ladybugs--he eats aphids instead of cornflakes for breakfast, brushes his mandibles instead of teeth, and has a ladybug costume complete with wings and antennae. He is certain that ladybugs don't have to go to preschool, and when Mom says that Ravi still has to go to school, he is nervous. However, thanks to Mom's patience and gentle encouragement, Ravi makes some new friends and realizes that preschool might be a good place for ladybugs after all. A Perfect Spot By Isabelle Simler Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, 2022. Picture Book. A ladybug is ready to ...

You Need to Read: Percy Jackson

I was a kid myself when  The Lightning Thief  by Rick Riordan was published, and it didn't take long for the Percy Jackson series to take the world by storm. Being the son of a Poseidon, Percy Jackson has some unique challenges as a half-blood. Here's some books that I think could've helped Percy when he was on his adventures trying to save the world: Greeking Out: Heroes and Olympians Written by Kenny Curtis and Jillian Hughes Illustrated by Javier Espila Washington D.C.: National Geographic, 2024. Informational. 191 pages. Percy, I know Chiron did a good job teaching you about mythology in Latin class, but this book is sure to be good to have on hand while you're traveling across the United States. Greeking Out  is written in a kid-friendly voice with vivid illustrations and a sometimes-snarky tone (much like Percy himself). It also presents real-life creatures and places along with the information about Greek mythology. The Homework Squad's ADHD Guide to School S...