On the brink of discovering who - or what - lies behind her mother's death, Rosie Frost begins a new adventure with a murder to solve, revenge on her mind, and more questions than she has answers. It's a new term at Heverbridge School and Bloodstone Island is in turmoil: mutant animals are on the loose, jealous classmates want to bring Rosie down, and, even worse, there's a black hole to deal with.Below the island's surface, an everlasting star is growing in strength and it just may end them all. Rosie discovers the northside of the island, home to the alluring Imperium Palace.But is the palace one of scientific genius or deadly menace? While she fights to know the truth about her past - and her family's ancient ties to Bloodstone - Rosie begins to wonder if the price for the truth may be too high.She must discover what she's really made of as a fresh danger puts her new home - and all that she loves - at risk. Written by Spice Girl, songwriter and author Geri Halliwell-Horner With a thrilling mix of history, mystery, nature, music and adventure, this book is a brilliant read for everyone Determined and big-hearted, Rosie Frost is a new kind of hero for today's young readers What are readers saying about the international bestseller Rosie Frost & the Falcon Queen? 'A captivating mystery and adventure . . . [that] features quick pacing, fun and engaging worldbuilding, and a lead character who is easy to root for.Exuberant, action-packed, and warmhearted.' Kirkus Reviews 'Readers will be bursting to visit Bloodstone Island, with its rare creatures and old secrets.If an English boarding school on an island full of wild, rare animals isn't enough to grab readers, Rosie Frost, an empowering new heroine, certainly will.' School Library Journal 'An effervescent fantasy series . . . smart twists rooted in real-life history add excitement, and Anne Boleyn's indomitable spirit literally and figuratively haunts this lively debut, inspiring Rosie and propelling the tale's feminist, eco-preservationist message.' Publishers Weekly