Ember Spark and the Thunder of Dragons by Abi Elphinstone, illustrated by Kristina Kister (Ember Spark, Book 1)

Rusty Fizzbang, a vet to magical beasts, needs an apprentice—and Ember Spark, brimming with curiosity and hungry for adventure, is his newest recruit. Together with an unlikely friend, Arno, Ember is sent on a seemingly straightforward mission: help a baby dragon whose parents have gone missing. But in a world where magical creatures must be kept secret from those who would exploit them, nothing is straightforward. With the arch-villain Jasper Hornswoggle hot on their heels, determined to derail their every move, Ember and her companions must navigate treacherous landscapes, outsmart cunning adversaries, and uncover the truth behind the dragon's disappearance—all whilst keeping the existence of magical beasts hidden from the world.

From Abi Elphinstone, the bestselling author of Sky Song, comes a thrilling new fantasy series that embraces the very best of the genre—daring dragons, magical maladies, dark-hearted villains and brave young heroes—and makes them thoroughly her own. Ember herself is a wonderful heroine: brave, curious and always ready for the next adventure, fizzing with the kind of spirited determination that inspires readers to believe in their own courage. With illustrations by Kristina Kister bringing the magical world to vivid life, Ember Spark and the Thunder of Dragons is high-action, high-stakes, high-fun adventure that will leave readers smiling and eager for the next instalment. Perfect for fans of dragon stories, magical adventure and protagonists who refuse to back down in the face of danger.

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Children's

Date Published: 09/05/2024

ISBN: 9781398500693

Number of pages: 256

Binding:

• Paperback

Book genres:

• Children
• Fantasy
• Action & adventure

Target audience:

• Young Readers (Ages 9-12)
• Children