This book was inspired by the vivid imagination of Tristan, my seven-year-old son (though he was six when we wrote it). As an author, I assisted him in bringing the story to life, but it's still his story. The characters (at least the good guys) are all based on friends and family. Svend, the grandmaster who needs rescuing, is his grandfather. Payton, the blue knight, is his best friend. The queen is actually his grandmother. Every one of the good guys in the book means something to him. The book also contains six illustrations, all of them done by Tristan himself.
This book is intended for children my son's age (seven) and older. Adults will also enjoy it, but it's really designed for kids. It's assessed ready level is 4.9 (though take that with a grain of salt). Boys and girls alike can relate to the adventures of The Knights of St. Andrews, but there are few female characters. Tristan promises there will be at least two "girl knights" as he works on future stories. These girls will probably be his two best "girl friends" from school, but he hasn't actually told me that yet.
Tristan is even now working on the plot of the next story. Perhaps it will be available next year. Until then, enjoy The Knights of St. Andrews, Book One: The Search for Grandmaster Svend.
