A new kind, exciting story by J. K. Rowling about a terrible monster, incredible adventures, and hope that stays even when everything else seems lost. Once, the kingdom of Cornucopia was the richest and happiest in the world. The King was famous for unimaginably beautiful mustaches. Bakers, sausage makers, cheesemakers, and winemakers invented such delicious treats and drinks that anyone lucky enough to try them cried tears of joy. The country flourished; people rejoiced.
But in the misty, gloomy Smurland in the north of the kingdom, rumors spread about Ickabog—a frightening swamp creature. No one believed in the existence of a monster from a children’s fairy tale… until one nightmarish nightmare became reality. Could it be that the fairy-tale creature will defeat the King and destroy the well-being of an entire state? Could it be that a bedtime story will turn into a deadly adventure for two little children? Could it be that hope, truth, and loyal friendship will manage to conquer even the worst trouble imaginable?