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Sir Callie and the Dragon's Roost

by Esme Symes-Smith

Book Details

Publisher:Yearling
Published:2024-07-30
Pages:433
Format:BOOK
Language:en
ISBN:9780593485842

Reading Info

About This Book

The battle is won, but the war is far from over. In this thrilling sequel, a twelve-year-old nonbinary hopeful knight fights for the heart of their kingdom in a magical medieval world filled with dragons, shape-shifters, and witches. Thanks to Callie and their friends, Helston seems to be changing for the better: Boys are allowed to explore their magic, and girls are permitted to train as warriors. Callie is an official Helston page, Willow in on track to become king, and Elowen and Edwyn are fi

Our Review

This thrilling sequel plunges readers right back into the magical medieval world of twelve-year-old nonbinary knight-in-training Callie, where the hard-won peace is proving fragile. Though Helston has begun to change—with boys now exploring magic and girls training as warriors—Callie discovers that dismantling an old regime is far more complicated than winning a single battle. The story masterfully balances high-stakes political intrigue with the deeply personal struggles of its young heroes, creating a narrative that is both epic and intimate.

What makes this fantasy adventure so compelling is its unwavering focus on the messy, difficult work of building a better world after the initial victory. Callie's journey as an official page, navigating new responsibilities and old prejudices, will resonate powerfully with any reader who has ever fought for their place. With the return of beloved characters and the introduction of new magical threats, this is a essential next chapter about fighting for the heart of a kingdom, and for the right to be your true self.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction