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Synopsis
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • “Captivating . . . The McCaffreys are well known for their brilliant characterizations, and they do not disappoint here.”—Booklist In Fort Hold, a clutch of fire-lizard eggs is about to hatch, and Lord Bemin’s beautiful young daughter, Koriana, is determined to Impress one of the delightful creatures. At the hatching, apprentice harper Kindan Impresses a fire-lizard of his own . . . and wins the heart of Koriana. But Lord Bemin mistrusts harpers and will not hear of a match between his daughter and the low-born Kindan. Then fate intervenes in the form of a virulent plague as fast-spreading as it is deadly. Arising suddenly, as if out of nowhere, the contagion decimates hold after hold, paying no heed to distinctions of birth. In this feverish crucible, friendship and love will be tested to the breaking point and beyond. For with Threadfall scant years away, the Dragonriders dare not expose themselves to infection, and it will fall to Kindan and his fellow apprentices to bravely search for a cure and save humanity. “Strong storytelling and compelling drama, along with memorable characters.”—Library Journal
Is Dragon Harper appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Features a deadly plague that decimates communities with mass casualties, forbidden romance between classes, and themes of loss and sacrifice. No sexual content or profanity, but emotional intensity around death and disease.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, mass death, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will connect with the young harper's journey to prove himself, the adorable fire-lizard bonding, and the desperate race to find a cure before the plague destroys everything.