The Ice Palace

Dive into the enchanting world of childhood friendship and the mystery of the Ice Palace with this gripping tale. In a small village, the frozen landscape transforms winter nights into an ethereal wonderland. As winter casts its spell, the captivating black ice crackles ominously, while the mesmerizing ice palace dominates the surroundings with its grandeur. This B-format paperback, published in 2018 by Penguin UK, brings forth an extraordinary story about eleven-year-old Unn, who arrives in the village harboring a secret grief. Although she initially shies away from her classmates, a spirited girl named Siss won’t let her hide. Their friendship blossoms against the stark backdrop of the ice palace’s crystalline beauty. However, when curiosity leads Unn deeper into the palace’s frigid heart, she does not return home, leaving Siss to unravel the emotional consequences of loss and solitude. This beautifully illustrated 144-page book explores themes of companionship, exploration, and the bittersweet nature of growing up. Perfect for young readers or anyone who loves unforgettable stories about winter adventures, this book is bound to become a cherished addition to your collection. Experience the magic of an ice kingdom with this timeless tale today and enjoy FREE shipping with your purchase! Please note, combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Allow 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241321218
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 144


Description:
In winter, the black ice cracks like a gunshot across the lake, growing thicker and darker every night. Nearby, a frozen waterfall transforms into a fantastic, baroque structure with dripping buttresses, flying spurs of ice and translucent, sparkling towers. The schoolchildren call it the ice palace.

When eleven-year-old Unn arrives in the village, she avoids the other children- she lives alone with her aunt and nurses a secret grief. But her boisterous classmate Siss refuses to be ignored and the two girls strike up an intense friendship. That is, until Unn decides to explore the Ice Palace on her own, squeezing deep into its beautiful but chilling inner chambers.

When Unn doesn't return home, Siss must struggle to cope with the loss of her friend, without succumbing to an ice palace of her own making.

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