A fantasy adventure about a band of volunteers who set out on a quest to find the key to the lost kingdom of Ilyriand - a legendary land of warmth and plenty.

On their journey they come up against many dangers including the deadly Axemen.

But eventually they find the key and the lost kingdom and can send word back to their dying country for the people to come and join them and start a new life.

This is an exciting story with touches of humour and will appeal to all readers who enjoy fantasy and such authors as C S Lewis and Tamora Pierce.