Fred is busy shredding papers and tissues in the living room

and yet the Grey Lady escapes him

guaranteed to delight children with its refreshing spin on a fairy tale classic

he drowned in mysterious circumstances in East Berlin

to flying kites and eating cupcakes at the park

The Trumpeter of Krakow YA Fantasy Fred is busy shredding papersThere was something about the Great Tarnov Crystal Wise men spoke of it in hushed tones. Others were ready to kill for it. Now a murderous Tartar chief is bent on possessing it. But young Joseph Charnetski was bound by an ancient oath to protect the jewel at all costs. When Joseph and his family seek refuge in medieval Krakow, they are caught up in the plots and intrigues of alchemists, hypnotists, and a dark messenger of evil. Will Joseph be able to