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The Letter For the King

By Tonke Dragt
Illustrated by Tonke Dragt
Translated by Laura Watkinson

By Tonke Dragt
Illustrated by Tonke Dragt
Translated by Laura Watkinson

By Tonke Dragt
Translated by Laura Watkinson

By Tonke Dragt
Translated by Laura Watkinson

By Tonke Dragt
Illustrated by Tonke Dragt
Translated by Laura Watkinson

By Tonke Dragt
Illustrated by Tonke Dragt
Translated by Laura Watkinson

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Part of Pushkin Children's Classics

Paperback $15.95

Sep 04, 2018 | ISBN 9781782690818 | Middle Grade (8-12)

Paperback $15.95

Jun 10, 2025 | ISBN 9781782694922 | Middle Grade (8-12)

Ebook $9.99

Sep 04, 2018 | ISBN 9781782690429 | 9-12 years

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    About The Letter For the King

    A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES

    For fans of Tolkien-inspired fantasy and Arthurian mythos comes this prize-winning fantasy adventure about one knight’s battle against evil

    It is the dead of night. Sixteen-year-old Tiuri must spend hours locked in a chapel in silent contemplation if he is to be knighted the next day. But, as he waits by the light of a flickering candle, he hears a knock at the door and a voice desperately asking for help. A secret letter must be delivered to King Unauwen across the Great Mountains—a letter upon which the fate of the entire kingdom depends. Tiuri has a vital role to play, one that might cost him his knighthood.

    Tiuri’s journey will take him through dark, menacing forests, across treacherous rivers, to sinister castles and strange cities. He will encounter evil enemies who would kill to get the letter, but also the best of friends in the most unexpected places. He must trust no one. He must keep his true identity secret. Above all, he must never reveal what is in the letter . . .

    The Letter for the King is the thrilling story of one boy’s battle against evil, set in an enchanted world of chivalry, courage, and true friendship.

    About The Letter For the King

    A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES

    For fans of Tolkien-inspired fantasy and Arthurian mythos comes this prize-winning fantasy adventure about one knight’s battle against evil

    It is the dead of night. Sixteen-year-old Tiuri must spend hours locked in a chapel in silent contemplation if he is to be knighted the next day. But, as he waits by the light of a flickering candle, he hears a knock at the door and a voice desperately asking for help. A secret letter must be delivered to King Unauwen across the Great Mountains—a letter upon which the fate of the entire kingdom depends. Tiuri has a vital role to play, one that might cost him his knighthood.

    Tiuri’s journey will take him through dark, menacing forests, across treacherous rivers, to sinister castles and strange cities. He will encounter evil enemies who would kill to get the letter, but also the best of friends in the most unexpected places. He must trust no one. He must keep his true identity secret. Above all, he must never reveal what is in the letter . . .

    The Letter for the King is the thrilling story of one boy’s battle against evil, set in an enchanted world of chivalry, courage, and true friendship.

    About The Letter For the King

    A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES

    For fans of Tolkien-inspired fantasy and Arthurian mythos comes this prize-winning fantasy adventure about one knight’s battle against evil

    It is the dead of night. Sixteen-year-old Tiuri must spend hours locked in a chapel in silent contemplation if he is to be knighted the next day. But, as he waits by the light of a flickering candle, he hears a knock at the door and a voice desperately asking for help. A secret letter must be delivered to King Unauwen across the Great Mountains—a letter upon which the fate of the entire kingdom depends. Tiuri has a vital role to play, one that might cost him his knighthood.

    Tiuri’s journey will take him through dark, menacing forests, across treacherous rivers, to sinister castles and strange cities. He will encounter evil enemies who would kill to get the letter, but also the best of friends in the most unexpected places. He must trust no one. He must keep his true identity secret. Above all, he must never reveal what is in the letter . . .

    The Letter for the King is the thrilling story of one boy’s battle against evil, set in an enchanted world of chivalry, courage, and true friendship.

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    About Tonke Dragt

    Tonke Dragt was born in Jakarta in 1930 and spent most of her childhood in Indonesia. When she was twelve, she was interned in a camp run by the Japanese occupiers, where she wrote (with a friend) her very first

    … More about Tonke Dragt

    About Tonke Dragt

    Tonke Dragt was born in Jakarta in 1930 and spent most of her childhood in Indonesia. When she was twelve, she was interned in a camp run by the Japanese occupiers, where she wrote (with a friend) her very first

    … More about Tonke Dragt

    About Tonke Dragt

    Tonke Dragt was born in Jakarta in 1930 and spent most of her childhood in Indonesia. When she was twelve, she was interned in a camp run by the Japanese occupiers, where she wrote (with a friend) her very first

    … More about Tonke Dragt

    About Tonke Dragt

    Tonke Dragt was born in Jakarta in 1930 and spent most of her childhood in Indonesia. When she was twelve, she was interned in a camp run by the Japanese occupiers, where she wrote (with a friend) her very first

    … More about Tonke Dragt

    About Tonke Dragt

    Tonke Dragt was born in Jakarta in 1930 and spent most of her childhood in Indonesia. When she was twelve, she was interned in a camp run by the Japanese occupiers, where she wrote (with a friend) her very first

    … More about Tonke Dragt

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Fantasy | Children’s Middle Grade Action & Adventure

    Paperback | $15.95
    Published by Pushkin Children’s Books
    Sep 04, 2018 | 512 Pages | 5-1/16 x 7-13/16 | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9781782690818

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Fantasy | Children’s Middle Grade Action & Adventure

    Paperback | $15.95
    Published by Pushkin Children’s Books
    Jun 10, 2025 | 512 Pages | 5-1/16 x 7-13/16 | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9781782694922

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Fantasy | Children’s Middle Grade Action & Adventure

    Ebook | $9.99
    Published by Pushkin Children’s Books
    Sep 04, 2018 | 512 Pages | 9-12 years | ISBN 9781782690429

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    Praise

    “Dragt conjures up elements of Tolkien and the Arthurian mythos… the rich language, lush descriptions, and sense of wonder allow it to hold its own against any competitor.” — Publishers Weekly

    “Readers will be enchanted by its timeless sense of wonder and adventure. This hero’s journey evokes a legend in the making, and Tiuri embodies the classic knightly ideals of honor, valor, and chivalry.” —Booklist

    “The English translation of a prizewinning 1962 Dutch historical adventure exhibits… old-school charms.” — Kirkus

    “The characters are appealing and the action will keep readers engaged.” — School Library Journal

    “A true page-turner.” — Sunday Times (UK)

    “A thrilling, page-turning tale… My 10- and 11-year-old were both gripped.” — Telegraph (UK)

    Awards

    Sunday Times Fiction Prize AWARD

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