Tom always wanted to have an adventurous spirit, like his six older brothers. He was the youngest of the Loyal Heart family and the only one who didn't work for the Story Agency—or had a name derived from John. Lucky John, Giant Killer John, Little John, Jack, Juan... Tom Loyal Heart's brothers were known far and wide for their courage, bravery, and heroic deeds. Unlike Tom, they were constantly called upon to take on roles in the most fantastical stories—princes who rescued princesses, princes who faced evil wizards, princes who found treasure, and sometimes just fearless lumberjacks. Meanwhile, Tom stayed home with his mother and grew up to be a loving, quiet boy, not particularly brave. Until, on the eve of Tom's birthday, they were all called away for a job, but the adventures didn't end, and his older brothers didn't return home! The boy gathers all the courage he can find and sets off for the Land of Stories to discover what's happening and save his brothers. The time has come to show that he, too, can be a hero and become, finally, an adventurer. A fascinating adventure of courage and resilience, The Secret History of Tom Loyalheart is the first novel by renowned English illustrator Ian Beck, which will soon be adapted for the big screen.
