<p><strong><em>New York Times</em> bestselling author Faith Erin Hicks says of <em>Lightfall</em>: “Gorgeous artwork and a lovable heroine make Lightfall the series I wish I''d had as a kid.”</strong></p><p>In the second installment of the award-winning, critically acclaimed Lightfall series, Bea and Cad continue their quest to stop Kest, the mythic bird who stole the sun. Perfect for middle grade fans of <em>Amulet</em> and <em>Avatar the Last Airbender</em>, <em>Lightfall: Shadow of the Bird</em> is another breathtaking journey into the magical world of Irpa, where epic battles and powerful creatures abound.</p><p>After a battle that nearly cost them their lives, Bea and Cad awaken in the hidden settlement of the Arsai, mysterious creatures who can glimpse into the future. The Arsai’s vision paints a dire picture for their planet, as the bird Kest Ke Belenus—now awoken from a restless slumber—threatens to destroy all the Lights of Irpa. De