Readers found his moral struggles and development in later parts of the book gripping. In particular, Vetch grew personally but also in his understanding of the greater political and ethical realities of being a dragon rider. In addition, fans praised the primary characters for coming across as multifaceted and real. The world-building, especially of the cultures and the dragons, struck them as fleshed out and engrossing. Inspired by Ancient Egypt, the setting was part of why readers said this story allured and intrigued them. Features magical illustrations by Cornelia Funke herself.The first book in this thrilling new series introduces us to a young slave who dreams of becoming a jouster - one of the few warriors who can actually ride a flying dragon. And so, in secret, he begins to raise his own dragon… What Do Readers Say?įirst on our list of fantasy books about dragon riders is Joust, a coming of age tale set in a lush and simmering desert world. The first book by the queen of middle-grade fantasy, Cornelia Funke, in the bestselling Dragon Rider series! Dragon Rider has now been adapted for the big screen in a major animation with a stellar cast including Felicity Jones and Patrick Stewart, now available on Sky Cinema. But the greatest enemy of all is never far behind - a heartless monster intent on destroying the last dragons on earth. Along the way, he discovers extraordinary new friends and a courage he never knew he had. Firedrake, a brave young dragon, embarks on a magical journey to find the legendary place where silver dragons can live in peace for ever. Read more 'Funke is the queen of world-building … glorious escapism' THE TIMES A dragon. The very first dragon adventure from the legendary author of Inkheart, Cornelia Funke - now a major film, over 1 million English language copies sold worldwide and a New York Times bestseller! Now a Sky Original film, only on Sky Cinema 'A warm-hearted dream of a book.' THE GUARDIAN. But a fearsome enemy is never far behind.

Together, they set out to find the legendary place where silver dragons can live in peace for ever. Firedrake, a brave young dragon, his loyal brownie friend Sorrel and a lonely boy called Ben embark on a magical journey - with only a curious map and memories of an old dragon to guide them.

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