Children's book – Der Ickabog

The Ickabog is coming …
A legendary monster, a kingdom in great danger and two children who must show extraordinary courage. This very special fairy tale is about the triumph of hope and friendship against all odds, dreamed up by one of the best storytellers in the world, J.K. Rowling.
Cornucopia was once the happiest kingdom in the world. There was gold aplenty, a king with an incredibly dashing moustache, and butchers, bakers and cheesemakers whose exquisite handcrafted products made people dance with delight when they ate them.
Everything was perfect – apart from the misty marshland in the north, where, according to a legend, the terrible Ickabog lives. Of course everyone knows that the Ickabog is only a myth used to frighten small children. The funny thing about such stories, though, is that they sometimes develop a life of their own.
Can a myth lead to the overthrow of a beloved king? Can it bring a country to the brink of ruin? And can it, quite unexpectedly, plunge two children into a dangerous adventure?
If you are brave, you can open these pages, step into the story and find out for yourself …
A beautiful hardcover edition, ideal for reading aloud and giving as a gift. The magnificent colour illustrations by the young winners of the Ickabog drawing competition bring the story to life.