{"title":"Jacob North","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the delightful world of Jacob North, an imaginative author who captivates young readers with his enchanting stories and vibrant characters. Renowned for his ability to weave engaging narratives, Jacob North specialises in crafting books that transport children to fantastical realms where adventure and magic await.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his celebrated works is the spellbinding series \u003cem\u003eIce Apprentices\u003c\/em\u003e. This series is sure to ignite the imagination of young minds, offering tales brimming with wonder and excitement. Each book in the \u003cem\u003eIce Apprentices\u003c\/em\u003e series is a journey into thrilling landscapes filled with intriguing challenges and unexpected friendships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJacob North's books are perfect for children who love to explore new worlds and embrace the allure of fantasy. His stories not only entertain but also inspire creativity and the joy of reading. Discover the magic of Jacob North's storytelling and embark on an adventure that promises to be both fun and educational.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ice-apprentices-by-jacob-north-9781398533936","title":"Ice Apprentices","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA frozen world, mighty monsters and spellbinding magic. Journey to the very edge of the world in this BREATHTAKING fantasy trilogy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for fans of \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkandar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e and Philip Pullman . . .\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Ice Apprentices is an extraordinary fantasy debut.\u003c\/em\u003e A.F. 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Can he look deep within himself to find the strength to prove that he belongs?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003eThe Ice Apprentices\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn enchanting debut, sparkling with adventure and magic.\u003c\/em\u003e Natasha Hastings, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Miraculous Sweetmakers\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTake me to Tundra! Jacob North has created a sparkling triumph of a world, with a hero readers will want to be best friends with. I loved it.\u003c\/em\u003e Rachel Morrisroe, author of \u003cem\u003eFelix and the Future Agency\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI loved \u003cem\u003eThe Ice Apprentices\u003c\/em\u003e. It is a thrilling adventure. The cast of characters leap off the page and pull you into a world rich in magic, monsters and the ever-present threat of the icy world they inhabit. Oswin is brave, curious and seeks to uncover the mysteries of his own past and the skills he has been born with. Such an exciting novel, I am excited to keep reading and can’t wait for the next book!\u003c\/em\u003e Nazima Pathan, author of \u003cem\u003eDream Hunters\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIt has all the ingredients of a perfect middle grade fantasy – epic magic, brilliant monsters and a completely unforgettable new hero. Jacob’s a really exciting new writer and as soon as I finished the book I wanted to read more.\u003c\/em\u003e Zohra Nabi, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Kingdom over the Sea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChills and thrills in this fantasy epic that brims with frosty magic! We're in great hands with Oswin: fantasy's most exciting new hero.\u003c\/em\u003e Alex Foulkes, author of \u003cem\u003eRules for Vampires\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46073933627628,"sku":"9781398533936","price":19.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781398533936.jpg?v=1736200022"},{"product_id":"the-frozen-curse-by-jacob-north-9781398533967","title":"The Frozen Curse","description":"\u003cb\u003eJourney to the very edge of the world in the second title in this INCREDIBLE fantasy adventure series. Perfect for fans of Skandar and Philip Pullman?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs Oswin starts his third year in Tundra at the school for Ice Apprentices, the monsters have returned. His new spellbook could help fend them off, if he can just keep his magic under control. 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