The Stern Chase
The Herons are home in Skandia—preparing to celebrate two of their own and working on sea trials in the newly constructed Heron. But during a short excursion, they encounter an Iberian pirate ship raiding the coast of Sonderland, so Hal and his crew take action.
Though the Herons quickly triumph, the Iberians voice their fury at the Herons, vowing to take revenge. And soon they do—raiding the harbor and stealing or destroying as many ships as they can. Though there is little proof the Iberians are behind it, the Herons take their ship, the only one that has survived the raid—and race after their enemy in hot pursuit. They will take down these pirates and get justice—no matter what.
About the Brotherband Chronicles Series
Books in series order
- 1.The Outcasts(2011)
- 2.The Invaders(2012)
- 3.The Hunters(2012)
- 4.Slaves of Socorro(2014)
- 5.Scorpion Mountain(2014)
- 6.The Ghostfaces(2016)
- 7.The Caledera(2017)
- 8.Return of the Temujai(2019)
- 9.The Stern Chase(2022)
Reading age: 10+ years
This series should be read in order.
Skandians, as any fan of Ranger's Apprentice can tell you, are known for their physical strength. Though Hal, Stig, and the other outcasts may be lacking in that area, they more than make up for it with their intellect and courage - which they'll need every ounce of if they're to compete in the ultimate competition. From tests of strategy to races on treacherous seas, these Skandians will be pitted against some of their country's most promising young warriors. And for some it's more than just a game. It's war.
John Flanagan, author of the international phenomenon Ranger's Apprentice, creates a new cast of characters to populate his world of Skandians and Araluens.