Return to Balkonia - Maureen McDermott

Rosamund and Naomi's dream of returning home to Balkonia turns into a nightmare when they're captured by Norsemen intent on ransom. Forced into an unlikely partnership by their shared struggle for survival, they find strength in each other and in a wild wolf cub they rescue from the wilderness.But when a Balkonian rescue party arrives, the girls' hopes of freedom are quickly dashed. Instead, they find themselves the unwilling guests of a mysterious and ancient people - the Taulks. Trapped in their cave-dwelling world, Rosamund and Naomi must uncover long-forgotten secrets and face dangers beyond their wildest imaginings.A gripping tale of adventure, survival and the power of unexpected friendships, Return to Balkonia is an unforgettable journey that shows the greatest challenges often lead to the most profound transformations