The Poisoned King: Discover the epic adventure series loved by readers around the world (Impossible Creatures) Hardcover – 11 Sept. 2025

About this book

In the breathtaking follow-up to the global phenomenon *Impossible Creatures*, Katherine Rundell invites listeners to return to the Archipelago—a secret world where the creatures of myth are real and the fate of magic hangs by a thread. The glimmering wildness of this hidden sanctuary is under siege once more as a new, insidious shadow stretches across the islands. Christopher and Mal must reunite for their most perilous quest yet, navigating a landscape of legendary beasts and ancient betrayals to save a monarch whose life—and kingdom—is slowly being claimed by a lethal mystery. This immersive audiobook experience brings Rundell’s trademark lyrical prose and high-stakes adventure to life with soaring energy. Listeners will be swept away by the vivid world-building and the pulse-pounding urgency of a race against time. Perfect for fans of epic fantasy and timeless storytelling, *The Poisoned King* is a masterful exploration of bravery, the power of nature, and the enduring strength of friendship. Prepare to be enchanted by a story that proves the world is much more wondrous, and much more dangerous, than we ever dared to imagine.