The Search for the Stone of Excalibur

The Chronicles of the Stone Book 2

by Fiona Ingram.

(Juvenile fiction/middle grade action & adventure; ages 9-13)

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A modern day adventure as our protagonists search for Excalibur and the treasures it holds! This is a must-read for Middle Graders keen on action, adventure, and Arthurian stories! Continuing the adventure that began in Egypt a few months prior in The Secret of the Sacred Scarab, cousins Adam and Justin Sinclair are hot on the trail of the second Stone of Power, one of seven ancient stones lost centuries ago. This stone might be embedded in the hilt of a newly discovered sword that archeologists believe belonged to King Arthur: Excalibur. However, their long-standing enemy, Dr. Khalid, is following them as they travel to Scotland to investigate an old castle. Little do they know there is another deadly force, the Eaters of Poison, who have their own mission to complete. Time is running out as the confluence of the planets draws closer. Can Justin and Adam find the second Stone of Power and survive? And why did Aunt Isabel send a girl with them? Join Justin and Adam as they search not only for the second Stone of Power, but also for the Scroll of the Ancients, a mysterious document that holds important clues to the Seven Stones of Power. As their adventure unfolds, they learn many things and face dangers that make even their perils in Egypt look tame. And how annoying for them that their tag-along companion, Kim, seems to have such good ideas when they are stumped. Book extras include some historical background on King Arthur, the Dark Ages, warfare and weaponry during Arthur’s time, and details on Excalibur. A fascinating peek into the life and times of the real King Arthur, perfect for young time travelers and budding archaeologists. For coloring-in enthusiasts, ten original black and white illustrations including 2 maps make for more enjoyment!

A Word from the Author

Fresh from their recent escapade in Egypt, cousins Justin and Adam are catapulted into the next adventure when they arrive in Britain in search of the Second Stone of Power. It is said the stone gave Excalibur, King Arthur’s renowned sword, magical properties. Could it be true? They are joined by a girl, Kim, who adds strength to the team. Their enemies are stacking up as not only are they still being pursued by Dr. Faisal Khalid, an evil mastermind after the stones, but a dangerous group called the Eaters of Poison is also on their trail. Will they survive?

(Fiona Ingram, 2021)

Book Companion

I am a huge King Arthur fan and after traveling all over Scotland, visiting castles, I decided that Britain would be the location of the Second Stone of Power. There is so much magic and mystery surrounding King Arthur and Excalibur that I had enough material to craft a fascinating adventure. When I began researching, I found there was an enormous amount written by various experts on the legends, ideas, and possibilities surrounding Arthur’s life. I felt I had to share with readers much of the information I uncovered without bogging the adventure down. Was King Arthur a real king or an amalgamation of various heroic leaders of the Dark Ages? Did Arthur really save Britain from the Saxon invasion? Who was Merlin? Did the sword Excalibur have magical properties? Find out lots more in this companion guide to The Search for the Stone of Excalibur.

(Click on the cover to get The Young Explorer’s Companion to The Search for the Stone of Excalibur in pdf format.)