Jonathan Stroud
11 SeriesJonathan Stroud, a British author, is known for his YA and children's fantasy novels, including the Bartimaeus and Lockwood & Co. series. He studied English literature at the University of York and later worked as an editor for Walker Books in London before becoming a full-time writer. Stroud resides in St. Albans, Hertfordshire, England, with his wife, Gina, an illustrator of children's books, and their two children.
Heroes of the Valley by Jonathan Stroud follows Halli Sveinsson, a clever yet mischievous youth who tires of his routine life. After playing a prank on Ragnar of the House of Hakonsson, Halli inadvertently sets off a series of events that force him to leave home. Embarking on a perilous quest, he encounters highway robbers, fearsome monsters, and a daring girl. Throughout his journey, Halli uncovers the truths behind legends, his family's past, and his own identity. This standalone novel weaves adventure with self-discovery, challenging Halli to confront his destiny.
