{"product_id":"9781619634398","title":"Fireborn : A Dragonborn Novel","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eFireborn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Toby Forward\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCabbage is an apprentice wizard, and it is harvest time, when wizards travel to make the harvest safe. But when Cabbage and his master, Flaxfield, try to work the harvest spells, they encounter magic that turns the field to flames.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBee is an apprentice wizard, and tomorrow is her twelfth birthday, when apprentices learn their true names. Bee's is Flame, a powerful name that her greedy master wants to steal. But doing so will disturb the universe, and it's hard to say what might be born out of the fire that results. . . . \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this companion to \u003ci\u003eDragonborn\u003c\/i\u003e, Toby Forward creates an enchanting adventure set in a world out of balance-and introduces us to the marvelous characters who will set it right again.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Lyrical prose of lapidary precision and restraint etches a character-driven narrative of intimate enchantments. . . . Terrifying, moving, inspiring and enthralling.” —\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews, starred review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“An intelligent, down-to-earth wisdom runs throughout, as enriching as any magic. . . . Humble, earthy . . . and thought provoking--making this excellent middle-grade fantasy a rich mix of character, seriousness, comic foibles, and loving exactitude.” —\u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This stand-alone prequel to \u003ci\u003eDragonborn\u003c\/i\u003e is distinguished by its vivid cast of characters and multilayered relationships . . . The fine writing and compelling plot are sure to enthrall readers of high fantasy.” —\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Dark elements, however, are what make this book compelling . . . Fans of high fantasy may . . . simply immerse themselves in the adventures and friendships and enjoy the read.” —\u003ci\u003eVOYA\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This beautifully written fantasy . . . masterfully balances humor with deadly serious content in a manner reminiscent of Lloyd Alexander at his best . . . This lovely tale, first in a series, should strongly appeal to fantasy aficionados.” —\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly, starred review, on Dragonborn\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Accessible, full-of-surprises fantasy. . . . Forward's fantasy has glimmers of Tolkien, Alexander, [and] Rowling.” —\u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book Magazine on Dragonborn\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Forward can tell a story . . . the next three volumes hold great promise for fans of adventure, fantasy, and dragons.” —\u003ci\u003eBooklist on Dragonborn\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9781619634398\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"Bloomsbury USA Childrens","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":40626217091278,"sku":"9781619634398","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/getimage_6b5cf1fd-2652-49c7-bbb3-557064c6d384.jpg?v=1638671851","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9781619634398","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}