#7 through #12 together here of the Adventures of Elf and Troll 2. Continuing after book 1 won the "Notable Book Award " from US Reviews., book 2, Our unlikely heroes join with their friends that left off with book 6 and the birth of the royal child. Strange threats are made upon the child's safety and following the teaching of an ancient prophecy Elf remembers from childhood they embark on a journey to the green island. Mystical magical creatures that can talk live in this realm of adventure and unseen dangers. A haunted Inn, mechanical dragons, singing mushrooms who spout annoying poetry... all form this strange tale that climaxes with the unicorn taking the baby down into the underworld . paperback is black and white, the hardback has 25 full color illustrations.