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*The start of a stirring fantasy trilogy from Emily Rodda, the internationally bestselling author of Dragons of Deltora.* The walled city of Weld is under attack from ferocious flying creatures that raid in the night, bringing death and destruction. The Warden calls for Volunteers to find and destroy the Enemy sending invaders, and the heroes of Weld answer the call one by one, never to return. Rye is officially too young to go, but his brothers are among the lost and he must find them. What terrors await him beyond the Wall?
Is The Golden Door (The Three Doors #1) appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
Features flying creature attacks that bring death to a walled city, with young heroes venturing into dangerous territory. Violence is present but not graphic, appropriate for middle grade readers who enjoy adventure fantasy.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, violence, and loss of family members.
Who'll love this
A thrilling quest story where a brave boy must venture beyond the safety of his city walls to find his missing brothers and face terrifying flying monsters.