Serafina and the Twisted Staff
Serafina's defeat of the Man in the Black Cloak has brought her out of the shadows and into the daylight realm of her home, Biltmore Estate. Every night she visits her mother in the forest, eager to learn the ways of the catamount. But Serafina finds herself caught between her two worlds: she's too wild for Biltmore's beautifully dressed ladies and formal customs, and too human to fully join her kin.
Late one night, Serafina encounters a strange and terrifying figure in the forest, and is attacked by the vicious wolfhounds that seem to be under his control. Even worse, she's convinced that the stranger was not alone, that he has sent his accomplice into Biltmore in disguise.
Someone is wreaking havoc at the estate. A mysterious series of attacks test Serafina's role as Biltmore's protector, culminating in a tragedy that tears Serafina's best friend and only ally, Braeden Vanderbilt, from her side. Heartbroken, she flees.
Deep in the forest, Serafina comes face-to-face with the evil infecting Biltmore — and discovers its reach is far greater than she'd ever imagined. All the humans and creatures of the Blue Ridge Mountains are in terrible danger. For Serafina to defeat this new evil before it engulfs her beloved home, she must search deep inside herself and embrace the destiny that has always awaited her.
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Robert Beatty
Robert Beatty is an author whose storytelling invites readers into worlds where magic, mystery, and adventure collide. Known for his captivating middle-grade fantasy series, Serafina, Beatty blends thrilling plots with rich, atmospheric settings, creating tales that are as emotionally compelling as they are exciting. His ability to balance suspense with heart makes his work stand out in the crowded world of fantasy fiction.
Growing up in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Beatty was drawn to the natural world around him, finding inspiration in the rugged landscape, the stories of his childhood, and the deep sense of wonder that nature often evokes. It’s no surprise that the mountains and forests play such a key role in his work, especially in Serafina and the Black Cloak, where the eerie woods surrounding Biltmore Estate come alive with mystery and danger.
Serafina
Serafina consists of four books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
