Content levels
Trigger warnings
Heroine archetypes
Protagonist archetypes
Tropes
Themes
Synopsis
ragonsdale, a riding school run by Cara's dad. All Cara's friends are busy people preparing their dragons for the Island Championships; even spoiled Hortense, who dumps her hard work on guess who? But Cara doesn't mind. She loves every minute she can spend with the beautiful beasts. Because ever since her mom's terrible accident, Cara herself is forbidden to ride. Against her father's wishes, she trains the wild dragon Skydancer in secret and dreams of a day when she, too, can take flight.
Is Dragonsdale appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A heartwarming middle-grade fantasy about a girl who secretly trains a dragon against her father's wishes after her mother's tragic accident. Contains mild peril and references to a past fatal accident but focuses on themes of perseverance and following dreams.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death of parent and animal harm.
Who'll love this
Readers who love dragons and stories about kids who break the rules to pursue their passion will find this training-and-competition story magical and inspiring.