Paul 
Citadel [EPUB ebook] 

The 2nd book in The Peck Chronicles… The Hedra wizard Dendralon sees the impending destruction of Denthan as an opportunity to increase his power. James Peck is intent on stopping him. He needs to journey to the Eden Tree, deep in the Forest of Eldane. If he can find the goldfish-wizard Mendel and use the Talisman, there may be a chance to stop Dendralon. Eldane is full of danger, including Mertols and giant Trolls. Right now, though, James has to focus on his mortally-wounded best friend Craigand on finding his own father before it is too late. Can he save those closest to himandsave Denthan from Dendralon’s evil?So fast-paced that your heart will pound long after you turn the final page.