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Synopsis
What is courage? What is honor? What does it feel like to have friends you would give your life for? And what role do fear and apprehension play when a person is faced with life-changing choices? Slathbog's Gold, the first book in an exciting new YA epic fantasy series, sends fifteen-year-old Alex Taylor on the adventure of a lifetime. Right at a time when Alex is wishing his life could change, he sees a sign in Mr. Clutter's bookshop window: "Adventurers Wanted. Apply Within." The sign seems to be referring to him. Moreover, not just anyone can enter Mr. Clutter's bookshop. But Alex does, and the adventure begins. Alex is the eighth man needed to complete a band of adventurers seeking the lair of Slathbog the Red - and evil dragon with a legendary treasure. Along the way, Alex learns about honesty, integrity, honor, and, most importantly, friendship.
Is Slathbog's gold appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A classic quest fantasy with dragon battles and adventure suitable for middle grade readers. Violence is present but not graphic, focusing on action and personal growth.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death of parent and abandonment.
Who'll love this
Young readers who love dragon adventures and magical quests will enjoy following Alex as he grows from ordinary orphan to dragon-slayer.