Beyond the Frozen Horizon

The world here clearly doesn’t belong to people, it belongs to them – the seals and the gulls and whatever else is in these waters.

The earth is thriving – with wilderness status protecting land and wildlife, and scientific organisations researching new ways to support human life sustainably. Rory’s mum is a geologist on one of these projects, and Rory is beyond excited to join her on a work trip to the Arctic.

But the project isn’t all that it seems, and Rory soon learns what’s at stake for the people and animals that live there…

Cover art by Kate Forrester; Design by Pip Johnson

Longlisted for the Little Rebels Prize

Some reviews

“This thought-provoking, vividly evoked story for 9+ weaves together conservationism, grief, mystery and ghost story in a bleakly beautiful Svalbard setting.” ― Imogen Russell Williams, The Guardian

“A truly thought shifting, light filled journal of environmental protection from an author whose awe-filled stories illuminate hearts and minds and light the way for change” ― Sita Brahmachari

“A powerful story of hope – a glimpse into a brighter future, a world where we have taken action to protect our fragile planet” ― Rashmi Sirdeshpande

“With just the right mix of spookiness, action, intrigue and mystery, Beyond the Frozen Horizon takes Nicola Penfold to the next level. This story is both a warning and a celebration: of nature and the threats to it, and the importance of every single person in the fight for our future.” ― Sinéad O’Hart