Magic is split into many 'Schools' or disciplines, the two main groups being Elemental (which concentrate on magic involving the classical elements of fire, earth, air and water) and Adepts (which is split into many other disciplines, some more obscure than others, examples being Sensitives (similar to traditional psychics or mediums), Teleporters, Shape-shifters, Necromancers etc.). The premise of the novel is that magic is real and those with the ability to wield it live among us.

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Occasionally he talks to real people, but only when he absolutely has to. He lives in Ireland with too many cats and too many dogs. Derek plays too many video games, reads too many comics, and watches too many movies. He is also far too modest to mention things like the first book being a Publisher’s Weekly Best Book of the Year, but would like to extend an invitation to Oprah to pop around one day for tea, in thanks for selecting his book for the Oprah’s Book Club Kids Reading List. He doesn’t like to brag about all the awards he’s won, such as the Irish Book of the Decade, or the Red House in the UK, or all the other awards that he humbly displays on his mantelpiece.

‘A rip-roaring adventure.’ Irish Sunday Independentĭerek Landy is the author of the internationally bestselling Skulduggery Pleasant series. ‘Landy's witty style will win him fans of all ages … It's a good job Harry's resigning before he's forcibly retired.’ Irish Mail on Sunday Once you've met Stephanie and Skullduggery, you'll be clamouring for a sequel.' Rick Riordan, author of the PERCY JACKSON series 'Skulduggery Pleasant serves up a thoroughly satisfying blend of humour, magic and adventure. I sincerely hope Landy revisits these characters.' Philip Ardagh, Guardian 'It's exciting, pacy, nicely handled and fun. 'Hugely enjoyable – a thrill-a-minute adventure.' Jonathan Stroud, author of the BARTIMAEUS TRILOGY A stunning novel from page 1 to the last word.’ The Founding Fields ‘I don’t know how Derek Landy does it, but each of his Skulduggery Pleasant novels surpasses the one that came before, and Kingdom of the Wicked is no exception. ‘'s just got it …His dry sense of humour, largely conveyed via Skulduggery himself, will have you quietly chuckling as you breeze through the pages.’ ‘A real thriller … There are so many teasers that have you on edge, but there are also plenty of laugh-out-loud moments.’ Inis Praise for Skulduggery Pleasant: Kingdom of the Wicked: ‘Derek Landy has been something of a publishing phenomenon.’ Irish Post ‘Landy ability to craft an engaging story from start to finish.’ Inis Together for the first time, all 12 book in the biggest, funniest, most thrilling comedy-horror-adventure series in the universe: Skulduggery Pleasant! From number-one-bestselling author Derek Landy.

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