The Dragon Riders
The Dragon Riders
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Just the Series: The Dragon Brothers Vol. 3   

Series and Publisher: The Dragon Brothers   

Annotation: Thanks to an unexpected adventure, brothers Flynn and Paddy have recently acquired a pet dragon. One day, their dragon, Elton John, takes them on an impromptu ride through the sky, right into the heart of a dragon gathering.
 
Reviews: 1
Catalog Number: #140964
Format: Publisher's Hardcover
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc
Copyright Date: 2017
Edition Date: 2017 Release Date: 08/01/17
Illustrator: Choi, Link,
Pages: 1 volume (unpaged)
ISBN: 1-492-64867-1
ISBN 13: 978-1-492-64867-3
Dewey: E
LCCN: 2016050817
Dimensions: 29 cm.
Language: English
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Kirkus Reviews

Two brothers, their dog, and their dragon conclude their adventures in this final installment of a trilogy.Orange-haired, pale-skinned brothers Paddy and Flynn live on a remote island that boasts both alluringly titled locales and fearsome fire-breathing dragons. Falling in step with their previous escapades (The Dragon Hunters and The Dragon Tamers, both 2017), the boys, their dog, Coco, and their dragon, Elton John, go for a wild ride up to Mount Astonishing, where the dragons annually congregate. However, the surprise presence of two human boys doesn't go over well, and Elton John must find a way to save the brothers and get them home before bedtime. As in the two earlier books, Russell maintains a narrative style of lilting quatrains in iambic pentameter, creating a lyrical read-aloud with a rhythmic flow. However, his worldbuilding—with its fantastic island containing such wondrous places as the Ridge of Rising Flame and Magic Terraces—never really breathes any life into the enticingly titled places and only briefly touches upon them in the boys' expeditions. The overall effect is resigned and docile; those seeking a dramatic dragon offering will be disappointed by the gentle cadence and muted adventures. Choi's illustrations range from small black-and-white sketches to large, soft-focus, full-color renderings that help reinforce this tale's quiet nature. Readers drawn by the augmented-reality feature will be disappointed to find it's just the same map as in the previous two books. A vanilla yarn best suited for bedtime. (Picture book. 3-7)

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Reading Level: 2.0
Interest Level: K-3
Lexile: 880L

The third book in an enchanting and innovative new picture book series that follows brothers Flynn and Paddy as they discover the hidden magic of the island they call home, and provides an enhanced reader experience via a free augmented reality app. Away across the oceans Where few have dared to roam Upon a wondrous island A family made its home. Brothers Flynn and Paddy are used to wild adventures on their magical island home. But when their pet dragon, Elton John, takes his new family on an unexpected flight to see the annual dragon games, the brothers aren't sure what to expect. Elton John may be friendly, but not all dragons take kindly to visitors... See the map in this book come alive! Includes BONUS Dragon Brothers map in 3D for your phone or tablet! Download the free AR Reads app on your Android- or iOS-compatible smartphone or tablet to see and hear dragons fly, geysers gush, and get a glimpse of your favorite characters in action!


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