Starborn: A Dragonborn Novel - Hardcover

Forward, Toby

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1619638428 ISBN 13: 9781619638426

Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Childrens, 2016

Synopsis

When diabolical wizard Ash escapes from her prison, the fate of the world falls to wizard apprentices Sam and Tamrin. But old magic is fading fast, and even with their faithful dragon Starback by their side, they may not be able to stop Ash before she razes their home.

Sam and Tamrin find an unexpected ally in Tadpole. Tadpole isn't a wizard or even a hero, and he only ventured aboveground to see the stars. But fate has other plans for him. Tadpole must find the courage to fight Ash, or all the magic in the world could disappear forever.

The epic Dragonborn quartet concludes in this sweeping story that expertly combines classic fantasy sensibilities with fresh storytelling, and it is sure to appeal to fans of Angie Sage and Cressida Cowell.

Awards for Fireborn
A Kirkus Best Book of the Year

About this title

About the Author:

Toby Forward is the author of the acclaimed Dragonborn series, which begins with the Carnegie Medal–nominated Dragonborn and continues with Fireborn, Doubleborn, and Starborn. He also wrote the picture book The Wolf's Story, the middle-grade novel Traveling Backward, and several other books for children in his native England.

www.tobyforward.co.uk

Review:

“With its gorgeous language and thoughtful themes, this is a book to be savored rather than devoured.” ―Kirkus Reviews on DOUBLEBORN

"The story will engage readers with its rich cast of secondary characters, exciting action scenes, and two sympathetic young protagonists. Fans will enjoy this compelling continuation of the Dragonborn series." ―Booklist on DOUBLEBORN

“Lyrical prose of lapidary precision and restraint etches a character-driven narrative of intimate enchantments. . . . Terrifying, moving, inspiring and enthralling.” ―starred review, Kirkus Reviews on FIREBORN

“Humble, earthy . . . and thought provoking--making this excellent middle-grade fantasy a rich mix of character, seriousness, comic foibles, and loving exactitude.” ―The Horn Book Magazine on FIREBORN

“Distinguished by its vivid cast of characters and multilayered relationships . . . The fine writing and compelling plot are sure to enthrall readers of high fantasy.” ―School Library Journal on FIREBORN

“This beautifully written fantasy . . . masterfully balances humor with deadly serious content in a manner reminiscent of Lloyd Alexander at his best.” ―starred review, Publishers Weekly on DRAGONBORN

“Accessible, full-of-surprises fantasy. . . . Forward's fantasy has glimmers of Tolkien, Alexander, [and] Rowling.” ―The Horn Book Magazine on DRAGONBORN

About this edition

• Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Childrens
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1619638428
• ISBN 13: 9781619638426
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 448