All Lucas Tripp wants is good weather for the upcoming harvest, suitable matches for his six older sisters, a little money leftover at the end of the month, to never ever come within brushing distance of ascension to the throne, and more quality time with Alex. That’s not so much to ask for, right? Oh, and for his dog to listen to him. And for his cat to stop plotting against him. And for his mother to stop being disappointed in him. And for his sister Clara to someday forgive him for stealing Alex away from her. Not that Lucas did that!

When Clara’s new suitor suddenly disappears, Lucas is drawn into an adventure of a lifetime—kicking and screaming all the way. Magical beings traipsing through portals, missing princes, breaking and entering, suspicious magicians, and arsey cousins doesn’t really cover the rest of it, but give Lucas time; he’ll come up with more.

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The Queen's Librarian

       "Master Tripp." Slade was still looking at his father. "I really think you ought to--"


      "I really think you all ought to stand down!" Dorset boomed from the doorway and glared around the room when all eyes turned to him.


      He really was quite impressive with his wide shoulders and his stern expression and his livery that notched up his inherent dignity like a knight from a tale. If he were maybe a few years younger and Lucas were maybe a few years older, he might think about--


      "Cr醱a, your staff." Dorset calmly held out his hand.


      Shockingly, Cr醱a merely lifted an eyebrow and handed it over.


      Dorset narrowed his eyes at Slade and Mister Scontun. He pointed the staff at them. "Douse that magic."


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