The Darksmith Legacy
" This amazing ten-book series follows the Doctor on his exciting journey to discover the origins of the so-called Eternity Crystal and the powerful artisans who created it - the Darksmiths. " - Publisher's Blurb
Launched with the first two releases in January 2008 (before going monthly in March), The Darksmith Legacy is a series of 10 linked paperback books, published by BBC Children's Books, and supported by online content at www.thedarksmithlegacy .
Each book in the series includes, interspersed with the fiction;
- TARDIS Data Bank (extra information)
- Activity pages (The puzzle solutions being significant to online progress)
- Next installment cover preview and opening chapter.
The Darksmith Legacy Covers
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JAN The Dust of Ages by Justin Richards
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JAN The Graves of Mordane by Colin Brake
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MAY The Vampires of Paris by Steven Cole
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SEP The Art of War by Mike Tucker
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OCT The End of Time by Justin Richards
Notes
- Aimed at younger readers The Darksmith Legacy sought to be an interactive novel, with puzzles to be solved in order to progress the story and to access further online content.
- Each title in the series was priced £4.99 (UK).
- Two additional offers were included in each copy;
- Cut out or downloadable coupon which, when completed, and attached to proof of purchase of any two The Darksmith Legacy books, entitled the first 500 entries an exclusive slipcase to hold all 10 books, and
- A chance to win exclusive tickets to a Doctor Who: The Darksmith Legacy - 'Collected' Party, to be held in a secret London location during the October half-term 2009! To qualify you must register and complete the quest online.
External links
www.thedarksmithlegacy.com for supporting information and adventure.
