The Guardian Herd: Starfire - Paperback

by Jennifer Lynn Alvarez (Author)

Riders of the Realm author Jennifer Lynn Alvarez "will lift the reader on the wings of danger and destiny, magic and hope"* in this first book in an action-packed fantasy adventure series. Perfect for fans of the Warriors and Guardians of Ga'Hoole series.

Once every hundred years, a black foal is born, prophesied to either unite or destroy the five herds of magical winged horses that live in Anok--fated to become the most powerful Pegasus in all the land.

Star is this black foal.

Even though Star seems harmless because he's unable to fly, the leaders of each herd aren't willing take any risks. So, they plan to execute Star before his first birthday. With the threats against him mounting, Star must rely on his friends and the untapped power within to win a coming of age epic battle between good and evil.

* (New York Times bestselling author Peter Lerangis)

With threats mounting and his first birthday looming, can one flightless foal truly change his destiny?

• A Hero Who Can't Fly: Star was born to be the most powerful Pegasus in the land of Anok. The only problem? His wings don't work, making him a walking target in a world of magical winged horses.
• A High-Stakes Prophecy: An ancient legend declares the black foal will either save the five herds or destroy them, and the powerful over-stallions aren't taking any chances.
• Found Family and Friendship: Hunted and alone, Star must rely on his loyal friends like Morningleaf to protect him from the dangers lurking in every shadow.
• An Epic Fantasy Adventure: Perfect for fans of Warriors and Guardians of Ga'Hoole, this action-packed series is filled with warring herds, ancient magic, and breathtaking battles that will decide the fate of all.

Front Jacket

Once every hundred years, a black pegasus foal is born, forever changing the five herds of flying horses that live in the land of Anok. For this foal will either unite or destroy the herds--and is fated to become the most powerful pegasus in all of Anok.

Star is this black foal.

With malformed wings that make him unable to fly, Star seems harmless. However, the leaders of each herd will take no risks, and will execute Star before the prophecy can take effect on his first birthday. With threats from all the herds, and nowhere to hide, Star must rely on his friends. But it's his own strength that will surprise him, no matter what the future may hold.

--ALA Booklist

Back Jacket

Once every hundred years, a black pegasus foal is born, forever changing the five herds of flying horses that live in the land of Anok. For this foal will either unite or destroy the herds--and is fated to become the most powerful pegasus in all of Anok.

Star is this black foal.

With malformed wings that make him unable to fly, Star seems harmless. However, the leaders of each herd will take no risks, and will execute Star before the prophecy can take effect on his first birthday. With threats from all the herds, and nowhere to hide, Star must rely on his friends. But it's his own strength that will surprise him, no matter what the future may hold.