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Blast of the Dragons Fury A Fun Dragon Epic Fantasy Book with Dragons (Andy Smithson Series 1) by L. R. W. Lee

by L. R. W. Lee

Book Details

Publisher:Fans Of These Books
Published:2014
Pages:656
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1310818312

Reading Info

Age Range:8-12

About This Book

"I LOVED the dragons! Totally hooked and want to hear more!"-- M. Tate, Book ReviewerTen-year-old Andy Smithson believes he is merely a kid too often in trouble with his overambitious parents--until his destiny as the Chosen One to break a 500-year-old curse is revealed. Swept away to the land of Oomaldee of medieval times, he discovers he must collect several ingredients for a magic potion to defeat the oppressive curse that plagues the land, the first of which is the scale of a red dragon, the

Our Review

This middle-grade fantasy adventure sweeps readers into the medieval kingdom of Oomaldee, where ten-year-old Andy Smithson discovers he's the Chosen One destined to break a five-hundred-year-old curse. Young readers will immediately connect with Andy's relatable struggles with parental expectations before he's thrust into an epic quest requiring bravery and resilience. The narrative gains thrilling momentum as Andy must collect magical ingredients for a potion to lift the land's oppression, starting with the perilous task of obtaining a scale from a red dragon. This dragon-centric fantasy establishes high stakes while maintaining age-appropriate tension that will keep middle-grade readers eagerly turning pages.

What distinguishes this coming-of-age adventure is how it balances fantastical elements with the protagonist's authentic emotional journey, making Andy's growth as compelling as the magical plot. Children who feel underestimated will particularly appreciate watching an "ordinary" boy discover extraordinary courage while facing fire-breathing challenges. The dragon encounters provide just the right mix of wonder and danger to captivate young fantasy enthusiasts without overwhelming sensitive readers. This series opener successfully plants the seeds for future adventures while delivering a complete and satisfying quest that will leave children excited for more magical discoveries.

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