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The Loneliest Magician

Irene Radford (1996)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesThe Dragon Nimbus #3
Setting
CSM age10
Goodreads3.82
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Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

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Positive tags

Coming of AgeQuestSelf-DiscoveryAdventureMentor Figure

Protagonist archetypes

Chosen OneComing-of-Age ProtagonistLost Heir / Hidden Royalty

Tropes

Chosen OneComing of AgeDragon CompanionForbidden MagicHidden IdentityQuestReluctant HeroTraining Arc

Themes

IdentityComing of AgeForbidden KnowledgeResponsibilitySelf-DiscoveryCommunity vs Individual

Synopsis

Forbidden to use the dragon magic that is their only defense against their enemies, the people of Commune place their hopes in the hands of untested young magician Yaakke, who can discover his true identity from the dragons. Original.

Is The Loneliest Magician appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

A young magician must discover his true identity and master forbidden dragon magic to save his people. Features fantasy adventure themes with age-appropriate content for middle grade readers.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language.

Who'll love this

Kids who love dragons and stories about young heroes discovering magical powers will enjoy following Yaakke's journey.

Tags

Dragon FantasyQuest FantasyMagic System