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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!” Sinead O’Hart

Publisher Review

This was delightfully funny without tipping into chaos. Tassie’s voice is clever and grounded; the quest is exciting, but there’s heart under the humour. Spin is charmingly mischievous, and the series opener manages to wrap up enough that it doesn’t feel like a cliffhanger, which is perfect for this age group. * Read and Reviewed * Awkward and accident prone, Tassie is determined to find the real Chosen One, and arm-twists her best friend Spin, a griffin, into accompanying her on her quest. But can this unlikely duo actually locate the real saviour in time?

Touching, hilarious, and action packed, this one is likely to be a hit with the target group. * NetGalley Reviewer * This is a cosy read about an unlikely heroine. The protagonist is relatable as we all have our clumsy moments yet are heroes in our own way. Fans of The Worst Witch will probably love this one. * NetGalley Reviewer * Fast paced, funny, inventive – and with the BEST dragon. This is Amy Sparkes at her finest. I devoured The Unchosen one while desperately not wanting it to end. * NetGalley Reviewer *