Barrington Stoke Fiction: Secret of the Stones by Tony Bradman (author) and Martin Remphry (illustrator) (UK edition)

Set in 2,300 BC, this stunning tale from historical specialist Tony Bradman weaves together fact and fiction in gripping adventure covering the coming of the Bronce Age.

Maglos and his High Priest father control the access to the sacred site of Stonehenge where the worlds of the living and the dead meet twice a year. But times are, and when Maglos’ father dies in suspicious circumstances, his uncle makes Maglos his slave. Soon after two strangers arrive from distant lands. They teach Maglos the secrets of of a new, strong metal which will soon be all important – the secret of the stones. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+