The lock was so rusty that Stanley didn't need long to break it. Then he opened the lid and pointed the flashlight inside. Stanley stared in disbelief at a face inside the chest. To his horror the face was staring back. The Brotherhood of the Magic Sword - Book 1 is a comprehensive reader designed especially for intermediate and advanced students of English as a Second Language. The book was developed and tested by full-time teachers of English. Follow the adventures of five teenagers who have their courage and hearts in the right place. The stories have plot twists and surprise endings. You will look forward to discovering what happens next. There is a prologue and thirteen chapters. Each chapter is designed to engage students in a well-rounded language learning experience. There are comprehension, vocabulary, writing and speaking exercises after each chapter. The chapters are short (about 500 words). Each chapter and its exercises can be completed in 45 minutes. This book is for everybody who wants to improve their English. It's fun to learn English by reading interesting stories. You can download a free audio version of the book read by a proffessional actor. See page 64.