Reckless
The Petrified Flesh
For the first time in his life, Jacob Reckless is afraid. For years he’s stolen across to another 
world. A dark enchanted place he’s loved for its treasure, secrets and dangers. Until now.
Will, his younger brother, has followed him with terrible consequences: The boy will turn to beast; the girl he loves will break her heart and chaos will rule forever, unless Jacob can spin a fairytale to save them …
Book
Age 14 + • Published 2010 • 352 pages • Pushkin Press Available at IndieBound.org • Illustrated by Cornelia Funke
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