Titles in This Set:
Shadow Thieves
Shadow Thieves: Island of Skulls
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789124025779
Overview:
Two gripping adventures from Peter Burns Shadow Thieves series come together in this 2-book collection. In Shadow Thieves, 13-year-old Tom Morgan is Frantic and with little chance to rescue his friends until a mysterious Corsair grants him a doorway to an elite lifetraining at Beauforts School for Deceptive Arts. Tom embarks on a treacherous journey, whisked away to the snowy Alps aboard a zeppelin, where danger lurks at every turn and every secret about the Shadow League tests his resolve. The stakes rise as real danger closes in and loyalty is pushed to the limit. In Shadow Thieves: Island of Skulls, Tom and his new allies from Beauforts school are drawn into a Mediterranean treasure hunt on a private island once owned by the Duke of Nimes. Hidden tunnels, gleaming riches, and a terrifying weapon await in the islands shadowy warrens. Together, these books deliver cinematic action, sharp wit, and a vivid world you wont want to leave.
What Makes This Collection Special:
This pair of thrill-powered adventures offers a seamless reading journey from a tense boarding-school setup to a high-stakes treasure hunt. Both titles share a bold, cinematic voice, a clever plotting rhythm, and a boy-hero who must choose between quick wins and the right thing to do. The set gives readers a complete experience: a clearly connected storyline, escalating dangers, and character growth that rewards re-reading. With a consistent tone and world-building, the collection is ideal for binge-reading, shelf display, and gifting to fans of action-packed, puzzle-driven tales where courage and wit matter as much as speed and bravado.
Books Included in This Collection:
Shadow Thieves
Frantic and without a way to save them, Tom bumps into the mysterious Corsair, who offers him an opportunity to train at an elite international boarding school for thieves. Seeing a glimmer of hope, Tom lets himself be whisked away to the snowy Alps in a zeppelin. Swept into a thrilling world of danger and intrigue, the more secrets he learns about the Shadow League, the harder it becomes for Tom to leave. But there are dark forces at work and real danger is coming
Shadow Thieves: Island of Skulls
Tom and his new friends from Beauforts School for Deceptive Arts are taken on a treasure-hunting trip to a private island in the Mediterranean once owned by the great villain himself, the Duke of Nimes. The Duke is said to have hidden a spectacular treasure in the warrens, tunnels and caves that pepper the island as well as a terrifying weapon.
Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This two-book collection is ideal for readers who crave fast-paced adventures, clever capers, and immersive worlds where loyalty, daring, and wit keep the pages turning. It will appeal to fans of middle-grade thrillers and fantasy-adventure alike, to readers who enjoy treasure hunts and rival factions, and to gift buyers seeking a complete, giftable reading experience. Perfect for family reading time, school book clubs, and young readers building confidence in following intricate plots across a two-book arc.
Key Benefits:
- Two immersive adventures in one value-packed paperback collection
- Compelling coming-of-age arc for a resourceful young hero
- Rich, cinematic settings from snowy Alps to a sunlit Mediterranean island
- Interlinked plot threads and evolving loyalties that reward re-reading
- Great gift for readers who love action, mystery, and clever twists
- Consistent tone and world-building across the set for a seamless series start
About the Author:
Peter Burns is the author of eleven critically acclaimed non-fiction sports books and has earned recognition and award nominations in that arena. Shadow Thieves marks his bold turn into children’s fiction, combining cinematic action with humor and heart. He studied English at the University of St Andrews and later earned a Masters in publishing at Napier University. Residing in Edinburgh with his wife and four children, Burns channels his storytelling into vivid, character-driven adventures. His background in narrative craft and keen eye for pacing help bring Tom Morgans world to life with authentic dialogue, clever plot twists, and a sense of mischief that readers instantly relate to.
Why Youll Love This Set:
If youre building a kid-friendly bookshelf with enduring, page-turning bets, this duo delivers. The Shadow Thieves set offers a complete reading journey: a strong, likable hero, high-stakes adventures, and a world that invites curiosity and repeat reads. The paperback format keeps reading accessible and portable, perfect for travel, commutes, or cozy evenings. Together, the two books form a compelling series starter that readers will want to continue, while also standing strong as a satisfying, bookmark-worthy duo on any shelf.
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