New York Timesbestselling author Faith Erin Hicks says ofLightfall:Gorgeous artwork and a lovable heroine make Lightfall the series I wish I’d had as a kid.

In the second installment of the award-winning, critically acclaimed Lightfall series, Bea and Cad continue their quest to stop Kest, the mythic bird who stole the sun. Perfect for middle grade fans ofAmuletandAvatar the Last Airbender,Lightfall: Shadow of the Birdis another breathtaking journey into the magical world of Irpa, where epic battles and powerful creatures abound.

After a battle that nearly cost them their lives, Bea and Cad awaken in the hidden settlement of the Arsai, mysterious creatures who can glimpse into the future. The Arsais vision paints a dire picture for their planet, as the bird Kest Ke Belenusnow awoken from a restless slumberthreatens to destroy all the Lights of Irpa. Desperate for a solution, Bea and Cad seek out the help of a water spirit known as Lorgon, whose ancient wisdom may help them find a way to take down Kest and save Irpa from utter destruction.

But when their time with Lorgon presents more questions than answers, Bea and Cad must decide whats more important . . . stopping Kest or uncovering the truth.