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Wundersmith: The Calling of Morrigan Crow by Jessica Townsend
Rated: 4.49 of 5 stars · 41 ratingsWunder is gathering in Nevermoor ...Morrigan Crow may have defeated her deadly curse, passed the dangerous trials and joined the mystical Wundrous Society, but her journey into Nevermoor and all its secrets has only just begun. And she is fast learning that not all magic is used for good... -
Reaper by Will Wight
Rated: 4.69 of 5 stars · 33 ratingsSacred Valley has been saved…at least, what’s left of it.With his home finally secure, Lindon delves deep into the ancient labyrinth, seeking long-lost Soulsmithing knowledge and the secret to destroying the Dreadgods. Monarchs plot against him and against each other, unaware of the threats gathering in realms beyond.Far above Lindon and the Monarchs and the Dreadgods, another war is waged...Categorized as:
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The Brightest Night by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 39 ratingsThe dragonets struggle to fulfill the prophecy and -- somehow -- end the war in this thrilling new installment of the bestselling WINGS OF FIRE series!It all comes down to this: The Dragonets of Destiny must finally bring the epic war to an end, reconcile the seven tribes, and choose the next queen of Pyrrhia... and make it out alive... -
Moon Rising by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.64 of 5 stars · 35 ratingsThe New York Times-bestselling series soars to even greater heights with a new prophecy and five new dragonets ready to claim their destiny!Peace has come to Pyrrhia . . . for now... -
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Winter Turning by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 36 ratingsDaring mission... or deadly mistake?Winter has been a disappointment to his royal IceWing family his whole life. When his sister, Icicle, runs away from Jade Mountain Academy, fleeing terrible crimes and possibly planning to commit more, Winter knows that they both need a second chance to make things right -- if only he can find her... -
The Hive Queen by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 32 ratingsGrowing up in the hives, Cricket has always had a million questions... -
How to Fight a Dragon’s Fury by Cressida Cowell
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsWinner, 2017 APA Audie Awards - Middle GradeBook 12 is the epic finale to the New York Times best-selling How to Train Your Dragon series!The Doomsday of Yule has arrived, and the future of dragonkind lies in the hands of one boy with nothing to show but everything to fight for. Hiccup's quest is clear.. -
The Land of Stories #1-6 by Chris Colfer
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsDive into the complete #1 New York Times bestselling series The Land of Stories with this beautiful gift set.Through the mysterious powers of a cherished book of stories, twins Alex and Conner leave their world behind and find themselves in a foreign land full of wonder and magic where they come face-to-face with the fairy tale characters they grew up reading about... -
The Lost Continent by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 32 ratingsFor centuries there have been rumors of another continent on the dragons' planet -- another land far across the ocean, populated by tribes of dragons very different from those we know. But there's never been any evidence, and most dragons dismissed the rumors as fairy tales. Until now. Because it turns out the stories are true. And the other tribes are coming... -
Legend by Robert J. Crane
Rated: 4.68 of 5 stars · 20 ratings“Are you ready to go home?” Over the course of eight years, Cyrus Davidon has become the greatest warrior in Arkaria. He has fought and beaten armies, dragons, monsters and gods. He's been elected to lead the greatest guild in the land – Sanctuary – and watched that guild fall at the hands of his enemies...Categorized as:
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The Twelve Dancing Princesses by K.M. Shea
Rated: 4.56 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsQuinn is a loyal soldier of Farset, willing to risk her life on behalf of her country and squad. So, when a fellow soldier volunteers for a dangerous mission, Quinn joins him. Their assignment is to investigate the nightly disappearance of the twelve royal princesses, a mystery none have solved as those who attempt it vanish...Categorized as:
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Island of Graves by Lisa McMann
Rated: 4.49 of 5 stars · 29 ratingsOn the brink of war, the fates of both Artimé and Quill are at stake in book six of the New York Times bestselling Unwanteds series, which Kirkus Reviews called “The Hunger Games meets Harry Potter.”Alex and Aaron Stowe are at a crossroads.Everything Aaron has worked so hard to build in Quill has crumbled... -
Heretic by Robert J. Crane
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsThe world of Arkaria is a dangerous place, filled with dragons, titans, goblins and other dangers. Those who live in this world are faced with two choices: live an ordinary life, or become an adventurer and seek the extraordinary...Categorized as:
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Master by Robert J. Crane
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsThe world of Arkaria is a dangerous place, filled with dragons, titans, goblins and other dangers. Those who live in this world are faced with two choices: live an ordinary life, or become an adventurer and seek the extraordinary.A death in their midst has thrown the guild of Sanctuary into chaos...Categorized as:
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The Poison Jungle by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 35 ratingsSome secrets are deadly.It's no secret that Sundew wants to destroy the HiveWings. It's her life's mission to exact revenge on the tribe that tried to wipe out the LeafWings and ripped every tree from the surface of Pantala.Every tree, that is, except the wild and dangerous Poison Jungle, where the surviving LeafWings have been hiding since the war... -
Warlord by Robert J. Crane
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsThe world of Arkaria is a dangerous place, filled with dragons, titans, goblins and other dangers. Those who live in this world are faced with two choices: live an ordinary life or become an adventurer and seek the extraordinary...Categorized as:
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Impyrium by Henry H. Neff
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIn the first book of Henry Neff’s new high-stakes middle grade fantasy series, two unlikely allies—the Faeregine princess Hazel and the servant boy Hob—confront a conspiracy that will shake the world of Impyrium to its core.For over three thousand years, the Faeregine dynasty has ruled Impyrium. But the family’s magic has been fading, and with it their power over the empire... -
Age of Swords by Michael J. Sullivan, Marc Simonetti
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 40 ratingsA Goodreads Choice Award Nomination for Best Fantasy Novel of 2017 The gods have been proven mortal and new heroes will arise as the battle continues in the sequel to Age of Myth--from the author of the Riyria Revelations and Riyria Chronicles series.In Age of Myth, fantasy master Michael J. Sullivan launched readers on an epic journey of magic and adventure, heroism and betrayal, love and loss... -
Plague Arcanist by Shami Stovall
Rated: 4.58 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsDeserts. Rogues. A secret hidden in an underground maze.Every moment counts as Volke Savan races south to the city of New Norra. His goal: find Theasin Venrover, the famous artificer who may have a cure for the arcane plague. Separated from most of the Frith Guild—and even his sister—Volke must rely on the crew of the airship, the Sun Chaser, to help him find Theasin in time...Categorized as:
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Rise of Allies by E.G. Foley
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA Storm on the Horizon... Every spring, the aristocratic magical families of Victorian England gather secretly at Merlin Hall to hobnob and to hold the annual Fey Parliament... -
Pipe of Wings by Sarah K.L. Wilson
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCan Amel turn old friends into new allies?Tricked and forced to do the will of the new Prince of Baojang, Amel returns to the Dominion. But things have changed in her homeland...Categorized as:
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Coliseum Arcanist by Shami Stovall
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsAdventure. Competition. A duel to the death.While on a journey to the famous city of Thronehold, Volke Savan learns of the Sovereign Dragon Tournament. The massive celebration involves hundreds of arcanists competing for fame and glory, and Volke is determined to win.Dark forces dwell in the city, however, and rumors of the legendary world serpent spread amongst the shadows...Categorized as:
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Ascendant by Michael R. Miller
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 27 ratings"Everything dragon lovers crave in a fantasy adventure, and more. Holt and Ash are now two of my favorite fantasy characters ever."- Dyrk Ashton, Bestselling author of the Paternus seriesHolt Cook was never meant to be a dragon rider. He has always served the Order Hall of the Crag dutifully, keeping their kitchen pots clean...Categorized as:
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Crusader by Robert J. Crane
Rated: 4.41 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsThe world of Arkaria is a dangerous place, filled with dragons, titans, goblins and other dangers. Those who live in this world are faced with two choices: live an ordinary life or become an adventurer and seek the extraordinary. Cyrus Davidon finds himself far from his home in Sanctuary, in the land of Luukessia, a place divided and deep in turmoil...Categorized as:
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A Feast for Starving Stone by Beth Cato
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsTwo countries at war. A delicious taste of magic. And a fierce princess comes of age in a rousing adventure by the author of A Thousand Recipes for Revenge . Princess Solenn’s marriage into royalty should have unified the continental neighbors of Verdania and Solenn’s homeland of Braiz against a common the country of Albion... -
Awakened by Jada Fisher
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsMore than just the latest batch of dragons has been awakened.An epic dragon riding adventure from Jada Fisher, author of the popular Dragon Oracle series. Eist has her hands full with her truly unique dragon. With her grandfather, and mentor, out of commission, she has no choice but to embrace her training. And her destiny. But she can't seem to shake the feeling that something is wrong... -
Sword & Thistle by S.L. Rowland
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWith age comes wisdom. For a seasoned adventurer, it also comes with back pain.Taking quests, exploring ruins, and camping under the stars. For Dobbin Thornhill, there’s no better life than that of an adventurer. Especially with a reputation like his.His current task? Acquiring the elusive dragonfire mushroom for one of Eastborne’s secret societies... -
fantasia III by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsHoley cheese! Join Geronimo as he returns to the Kingdom of Fantasy for a third amazing adventure!In this 320-page, full-color hardcover adventure, Geronimo returns to the Kingdom of Fantasy when he learns that the Kingdom has fallen under an endless, freezing winter and the Queen of the Fairies is in danger...Categorized as:
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Silksinger by Laini Taylor
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsOne faerie, the last of her clan, must fight to complete her sacred dutyWhisper Silksinger is the last of the secret guardians of the Azazel, one of the powerful Djinn who dreamed the world into being. Relentlessly pursued by bloodthirsty devils, she flees to the city of Nazneen to restore the Azazel to his temple...Categorized as:
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Secrets of the Crown by Adam Jay Epstein, Andrew Jacobson
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsPrepare for the unfamiliarWhen every bit of human magic disappears suddenly from Vastia, it falls on the familiars—Aldwyn the telekinetic cat, Skylar the know-it-all blue jay, and Gilbert the gullible tree frog—to find the Crown of the Snow Leopard, an ancient relic that can reverse the curse... -
Dragon Slippers by Jessica Day George
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 38 ratingsPoor Creel. She can't believe her aunt wants to sacrifice her to the local dragon. It's a ploy to lure a heroic knight so that he will fight the dragon, marry Creel out of chivalrous obligation, and lift the entire family out of poverty. Creel isn't worried. After all, nobody has seen a dragon in centuries... -
Wings of Fire by Tui T. Sutherland
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 23 ratingsDiscover the first four dragon-bite-sized Winglets stories from the #1 New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series, now newly available together! Everyone knows the stories. . . but does anyone know the truth?Fiercetooth, a NightWing obsessed with what could have -- and should have -- been. Deathbringer, desperate to prove himself as the next great NightWing assassin... -
Fated in Darkness by Robert J. Crane
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe world of Arkaria is a dangerous place, filled with dragons, titans, goblins and other dangers. Those who live in this world are faced with two choices: live an ordinary life or become an adventurer and seek the extraordinary. In the underground city of Saekaj Sovar, a tyrant sits up the throne. For too long, he has ruled the fates of the dark elven people without mercy or challenge...Categorized as:
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Champion by Robert J. Crane
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsThe world of Arkaria is a dangerous place, filled with dragons, titans, goblins and other dangers. Those who live in this world are faced with two choices: live an ordinary life or become an adventurer and seek the extraordinary. As the war heats up in Arkaria, Vara is forced to flee after an ancient order of skilled assassins infiltrates Sanctuary and targets her...Categorized as:
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Seeds of Glory and Ruin by Melanie Cellier
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsCadence and her sister possess the seeds of glory and ruin—or so their father always insisted. Cadence never understood what he meant until Airlie’s seed of power is activated, turning her into the most powerful mage in generations. Despite knowing it must mean her own dormant seed is much more malevolent, Cadence is swept away to the distant Mage’s Guild in her sister’s wake... -
Sanctuary Tales by Robert J. Crane
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe world of Arkaria is a dangerous place, filled with dragons, titans, goblins and other dangers. Those who live in this world are faced with two choices: live an ordinary life or become an adventurer and seek the extraordinary. The guild of Sanctuary is replete with an amazing cast of adventurers, wanderers and rogues...Categorized as:
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Dragon Piper by Sarah K.L. Wilson
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTime is running out.Amel Leafbrought is still recovering from a grievous wound, but when a good friend offers her a chance at a risky opportunity to get Savette the support she needs, Amel chooses to take it. But the opportunity comes with a limited time window and Amel will have to do something she never imagined would be her job...Categorized as:
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The Water Ruptures by D.K. Holmberg
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe Disciples of the Draasin Lord have again been defeated, yet a traitor remains within Terndahl. The Inquisitors have come, and their presence has everyone on edge.With the help of the Keystone, Tolan has discovered the ability to shape each of the element bonds. Now that he’s passed testing to the second level at the Academy, he finally feels as if he belongs... -
Well of Witches by J.A. White
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe third novel in the dark and twisty fantasy series that has enchanted readers. The third novel in the Thickety series, Well of Witches, is an epic quest on the edge of a magic crusade, into an enchanted kingdom with new kinds of magic, old enemies, and only one way out... -
The Third Door by Emily Rodda
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsInternationally bestselling author Emily Rodda's brilliant finale to the trilogy inspired by the world of Deltora.Three magic Doors are the only way in and out of the walled city of Weld. The golden Door is grand and majestic -- a Door for heroes. The silver Door hints at mystery and knowledge -- a door for schemers... -
Ghosts of Sanctuary by Robert J. Crane
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAfter a thousand years, Cyrus Davidon returns to Reikonos, only to find things are not as he has left them. Hope has fled, and things appear darker than ever. Surrounded by old friends who have come with him and meeting new allies, Cyrus must confront the dark forces that hold his home city in their grip...Categorized as:
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Home by Sarah Prineas
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe fourth book in the acclaimed Magic Thief series finds Conn back where he started—accused of being a thief. Filled with magic and wonder, The Magic Thief: Home transports readers to a land where a wizard’s apprentice must battle both his enemies and his past to protect the world he knows.Despite successfully securing a balance between the competing magics of Wellmet, Conn is not happy... -
Between Wrath and Mercy by Jess Wisecup
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsA mother will do anything to save her child, no matter the cost.After her daughter is kidnapped, Emmeline Highclere—a thirty-four-year-old mother living in isolation with memories and grief her only companion—must do everything in her limited power and divine abilities to get the girl back...Categorized as:
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Fridays with the Wizards by Jessica Day George
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsCelie and her friends and family are back in the Castle, safe and sound. But there's still the problem of Wizard Arkwright...Categorized as:
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Thy Father's Shadow by Robert J. Crane
Rated: 4.47 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsThe world of Arkaria is a dangerous place, filled with dragons, titans, goblins and other dangers. Those who live in this world are faced with two choices: live an ordinary life, or become an adventurer and seek the extraordinary. In the depths of the dark elven homeland of Saekaj Sovar, Terian Lepos returns home after a long estrangement from his family...Categorized as:
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The Horn of Moran by M.L. Forman
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 36 ratingsSixteen-year-old wizard-in-training Alex Taylor and his band of fellow adventurers battle a goblin army, navigate an enchanted forest, and try to solve the sphinx's riddle in their quest to find the lost Horn of Moran and return it to Norsland before the nation erupts in war...Categorized as:
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Warring Promises by Sarah K.L. Wilson
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 13 ratingsPromises are great - until you have to choose which ones to honor.With a friend kidnapped by the Dusk Covenent and urgent messages to deliver to the Dominar, it looks like Amel will be forced to choose between loyalties again - until her friends' choices take the decision out of her hands. Now, she has to follow ancient prophecies to a place of power or risk losing all of them to her enemies...Categorized as:
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Dragon Flight by Jessica Day George
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 35 ratingsWith the Dragon Wars over, Creel finds herself bored with life as a seamstress. Then word comes that a bordering country has been breeding dragons in preparation for an invasion... -
The Storybook of Legends by Shannon Hale
Rated: 4.12 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsAt Ever After High, an enchanting boarding school, the children of fairytale legends prepare themselves to fulfill their destinies as the next generation of Snow Whites, Prince Charmings and Evil Queens...whether they want to or not. Each year on Legacy Day, students sign the Storybook of Legends to seal their scripted fates... -
Secrets of the Deep by E.G. Foley
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSome lost treasures were never meant to be found...With the Dark Druids after him and a magical war brewing, thirteen-year-old Jake Everton must lie low for a while, so his Elder witch aunt takes him and the gang on a long beach holiday, out of harm's way. But sure enough, Jake plunges into trouble once again when he meets a feisty royal mermaid on the run...
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