The Princess and Curdie
by George MacDonald
The Princess and Curdie are back for this sequel to The Princess and the Goblin. Princess Irene and Curdy are a year or two older, and Irene's father must overthrow a series of corrupt ministers who poison the king. Grandmother Irene also returned and gave Curdie a strange gift and a monster named Lina to help him in his quest. A great story of adventure and courage.