Mistmantle Chronicles I: Urchin of the Riding Stars

One shooting star night, Urchin, an abandoned baby squirrel, falls from the sky onto the beaches of the magical island of Mistmantle. Surrounded by the animals that have saved her, Urchin is about to fulfill her destiny and play a great role in the future of the island. Their hero, Captain Crispin, has been accused of murder and will be banished. At that moment Urchin decides to defend him and prove his innocence, discovering the evil plot that exists to enslave the island and get rid of the weakest and most innocent. This book—winner of the Leander Prize, the most prestigious children's literature award in Germany—has already been published in 13 languages ​​and has become a global best seller. Miramax, the film production company, has acquired its rights for the big screen.