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Synopsis
Lori's peaceful English village is being overrun by a rowdy and mischievous Renaissance fairLori Shepherd loves living in the small English village of Finch, but as her eighth summer in the town approaches she finds herself wishing for something exciting to spice up her all-too-familiar routine. When King Wilfred's Faire opens nearby, Lori gets her wish and more. The age of chivalry lives again at the Renaissance fair. Wizards, wenches, magicians, and minstrels cajole the fairgoers while lords quaff, jesters joke, and knights battle in the joust arena. But Lori discovers that it's not all pageantry and play.A sinister figure is stalking the angel-voiced madrigal singer. A jealous rival has sabotaged the Dragon Knight's weapons. And an evil assassin is trying to murder Good King Wilfred. With Aunt Dimity's otherworldly guidance, Lori races to save her dear village and risks her neck to keep the medieval revelry from ending in tragedy.Aunt Dimity Slays the Dragon is another gem in Atherton's perennially beloved cozy series, sure to enchant her many loyal fans and attract new ones.
Is Aunt Dimity Slays the Dragon appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This is a cozy mystery with mild peril (sabotage, stalking, assassination attempts) but no graphic violence, sexual content, or strong language. The supernatural element (ghostly advisor) is gentle and helpful.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include stalking.
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Who'll love this
Readers will enjoy the Renaissance fair setting and watching Lori solve mysteries with help from her ghostly aunt.