Book details
The Tartessian Crown (Chronicles of the Aeolian Family Book 3)
Description
Julius Aeolius is a fourteen-year-old boy who lives with his grandfather Lucius in Cesaraugusta, present-day Zaragoza, in the days of the Visigoth king Theodoric. They start a long journey, for Lucius is obsessed with finding the Tartessian crown. According to legend, whoever owns the crown will be king of all Hispania. But who is the mysterious goth who insists on going with them? What is Lucius hiding, who seems to know more than he says? Will Julius win the love of Dido, the orphan girl who barely speaks, but who knows how to get them out of all their troubles? In this journey through the most important cities and islands of the Mediterranean (Tarraco, Carthage, Malta, Rome...), the protagonist will face not just many adventures, but also an internal journey towards his own maturity. Manuel Alfonseca has published more than 50 books, including 32 novels of different genres: historical, fantasy, science fiction, mystery and adventure. In 1988 he won the Lazarillo Prize, and in 2012 he was awarded with this book the fourth edition of the La Brújula de Valores Prize.
Age
12-18
Text complexity
beginner
Length
177 pages
Book in series
#3
Why to read
- Continuation of the Saga: Dive deeper into the world and characters you've grown to love in the first two books of the Chronicles of the Aeolian Family series.
- Historical Intrigue: Experience the rich tapestry of historical events and settings that are meticulously woven into the narrative.
- Character Development: Witness the growth and evolution of the main characters as they face new challenges and uncover secrets of their lineage.
- Literary Merit: Appreciate the author's craftsmanship in storytelling, character arcs, and thematic depth that have been praised in previous installments.