Dragon mentors, magical creatures, and a young girl looking for adventure: Harry Potter meets Eragon.“A remarkable dragon story for YA and teens. If you enjoy the Eragon book series by Christopher Paolini, you love this series!!” ★★★★★When the dragon Jaax receives word that a human infant has been found in the province of Oescienne, he doesn’t dare believe it. Humans have been extinct for … extinct for centuries, trapped by a terrible curse and left to live out their existence in the form of dragons. Despite his doubts, however, Jaax assumes responsibility for the baby girl only to discover that what he has been seeking for so many years has finally been found.
Jahrra knows all about the legends and sagas of Oescienne, but never in her wildest dreams would she believe that she played a part in one of them. She is far too busy dodging the bullies at school and seeking out new adventures with her friends to worry about what secrets her dragon mentor might be keeping from her, or that her every move is being watched by something living in the forest surrounding her home.
But the secrets run deep, and as Jahrra fights to earn her place in this extraordinary world, she will begin to unravel the truth of it all: that she isn’t as safe as she thought she was, that danger lurks around every corner, and that her role in this unfurling tale is far more significant than she could possibly imagine.
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Fantasy story of a young girl, Jahrra, growing up and coming of age among elves and dragons. The author does a great job creating colorful landscapes and emotional atmosphere often seen through Jahrra’s eyes, though other characters tell their point of view from time to time as well. The author creates the escapades that young children often face, making friends and enemies at school, becoming aware of class and status in society, wonderment in learning, and finding courage to stand up to dares. Jahrra has determination and strength, and as the story closes the stage is set for Jahrra to become the hero that many believe she will be even though she is not aware of her purpose yet. Where this story is more of a ‘coming of age’ I suspect future books will feature more quests and battles as the enemy draws closer to Oescienne. I believe this story is geared towards teen and young adult readers, but I have to admit that even older readers like me can enjoy a good story like this.
Note: Readers will want to review the pronounciation dictionary before starting this book.
A wonderful story with dragons you’ll love; Jahrra is is a strong, funny adventurous main character at its heart. Her friends are wonderful allies against the malicious twins that torture Jahrra. The twins constant attacks became stale and annoying as the story continued. The mystery and adventure made up for that.
Love this book! One of the best fantasy books I’ve read in a very long time. Definitely appeals to young, and those who are young at heart. ;). Great detail around a physical world which is not so far off from our own, and makes it feel relatable. So many magical creatures are a part of this story, but I especially love the relationships between the girl and the dragons. This is the first in a five part series, and I can’t wait to get my hands on the next story – great plot, endearing characters, and the promise of some real excitement to come as she fulfills a great destiny.
Great book! I’m nearing the end of the first book, and I’m a little sad but also anxious for the next installment. So many unresolved issues to be revealed that the writer keeps you in suspense! Thank you
I love this series!! Could not get through them fast enough and was sorry when they ended!!
I finished the book. I went on line and purchased the next book. It may have been a little slow in a place or two, but building a world takes a little time. I’m enjoying the read.
Loved it… period!
This whole series is awesome!!! I am on Book 4 now and about to start 5.
I enjoyed it enough to buy book two.
Loved it
Growing adventure.
This is a YA book I’m sure, but I loved it………..if you like fantasy, dragons and a lone human being alive to save the world, this book is for you 🙂 It’s enough different from other fantasy books that I think you’ll enjoy the story and the characters.
Great read. I love reading young reader fantasy books Characters are unique and fun.
This book is part of a series. Good story if you love fairy tales.
I need fantasy right now and this book drew me into a world different from our own. However, character development is not strong until book 3.
Nice fairytale, which I would say is aimed at the tween age group. Well depicted and set up for a series to follow. I enjoyed it.
I read all four books, all great!
Unexpected beginning of a different perspective.
The efforts made to keep this spark of possibly hidden. Each new growth step knowledge and understanding gained. Rushing to read next!
This is a wonderful foundation to an intriguing fantasy world. The central character , Jahrra, is spirited, intelligent and resilient. Being raised by a dragon to fulfill a destiny she is unaware of it, she happily learns the lore and history of Ethoes. As she grows up, she contends with all too common problems of youth: loss, bullying, fitting in, and learning to trust herself. I love this book and can’t wait to read the next book in the series.
Jaax, a dragon, finds out that there is a human baby that has been found. After some years have passed, Jahrra, the baby, is busy with school. She knows that there are secrets being kept from her, but is unsure what they are or what they could mean.