The Frozen Curse -- Jacob North, Hardcover

Oswin embarks on a dangerous journey to unravel the truth behind the enduring Freeze in this second book in the action-packed Ice Apprentices middle grade series that's perfect for fans of Skandar and Wilderlore.

Oswin starts a second year in Tundra at the school for Ice Apprentices just as the Great Freeze threatens. He may have driven back the monsters, but masters are disappearing and trees with monstrous faces seem to be on the attack.

When Oswin fails a test, he's kicked out of the training grounds for good. Tundra is running out of time and soon everyone will freeze to death...

Author: Jacob North
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Published: 02/17/2026
Pages: 352
Binding Type: Hardcover
Size: 8.25h x 5.50w x 0.83d
ISBN: 9781665968751
Audience: Ages 9-12

About the Author
Jacob North was born in South England and grew up with a longing for magical adventures that centered LGBT+ characters. When he's not butchering the Dutch language or holding out for a snowy winter, he's crafting whimsical worlds with characters who happen to be diverse.