Jane Doe and the Key of All Souls by Jeremy Lachlan
"Jane Doe and the Key of All Souls" by Jeremy Lachlan is the thrilling sequel to the award-winning "Jane Doe and the Cradle of All Worlds." This middle-grade fantasy adventure continues the story of Jane Doe, who finds herself in greater peril than ever. Her father remains imprisoned, and the Manor, a crucial world between worlds, is on the brink of collapse. The antagonist, Roth, is on a relentless quest to find the legendary Cradle Sea, and Jane discovers that she is the key to thwarting his plans and saving the Otherworlds.
Stranded in the desolate land of Arakaan, Roth's homeland, Jane encounters unexpected secrets and challenges. With the help of her fiery friend Violet and the skeptical Hickory, Jane must muster the courage to embrace her destiny and confront her deepest fears, even if it means sacrificing everything she cherishes.
The narrative takes readers from the barren landscapes of Arakaan to the treacherous, ever-changing corridors of the Manor, filled with traps and surprises. Along the way, Jane encounters sandstorms, scorpions, and a host of new allies and adversaries, all while the fate of every soul across the worlds hangs in the balance.
This book is ideal for independent readers aged 10 and up who enjoy fantasy and adventure stories infused with humor and heart. It is also a great choice for parents, teachers, and librarians seeking engaging middle-grade fiction, as well as readers looking for well-crafted LGBTQI representation. Fans of popular series like Nevermoor, Wings of Fire, Percy Jackson, Artemis Fowl, and Skulduggery Pleasant will find much to love in this series.
The Jane Doe Chronicles include:
1. Jane Doe and the Cradle of All Worlds
2. Jane Doe and the Key of All Souls
3. Jane Doe and the Quill of All Tales
4. Jane Doe and the God of All Hours (coming in 2025)
