The Familiars

When Aldwyn, a young alley cat on the run, ducks into a mysterious pet shop, he doesn’t expect his life to change. But that’s exactly what happens when Jack, a young wizard in training, picks Aldwyn to be his magical familiar.

Finally off the tough streets, Aldwyn thinks he’s got it made. He just has to convince the other familiars—the know-it-all blue jay Skylar and the friendly tree frog Gilbert—that he’s the telekinetic cat he claims to be. But when Jack and two other wizards in training are captured by the evil queen, Aldwyn will have to use all of his street smarts, a few good friends, and a nose for adventure to save the day!

This delightful Indie Next pick is beloved by hundreds of thousands of readers and was named to nine state award lists. Don’t miss any of the exciting books in the Familiars series: Secrets of the Crown, Circle of Heroes, and Palace of Dreams.

Three unlikely heroes. One impossible mission.

• An Unlikely Hero: Aldwyn is a stray cat with a secret: he has street smarts, not magic. Now he must lead a dangerous mission to save his wizard, Jack.
• A Found Family: He’s joined by Skylar, a know-it-all blue jay, and Gilbert, a bumbling tree frog. They don’t trust each other, but they’ll have to learn if they want to succeed.
• Wizards and Magic: When their young wizards are kidnapped by an evil queen, the familiars are the only ones who can rescue them from a high-stakes fate.
• Middle Grade Adventure: A classic animal fantasy for readers who love non-stop action, brave animal companions, and a touch of humor.