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The Last Dragonslayer - (Chronicles of Kazam) by  Jasper Fforde (Paperback) - 1 of 1

The Last Dragonslayer - (Chronicles of Kazam) by Jasper Fforde (Paperback)

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Highlights

  • In the good old days, magic was indispensable.
  • Nutmeg Book Award (Teen) 2015 4th Winner
  • 10-12 Years
  • 8.2" x 5.4" Paperback
  • 304 Pages
  • Juvenile Fiction, Fantasy & Magic
  • Series Name: Chronicles of Kazam

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About the Book



In his witty first novel for young readers, "New York Times"-bestselling author Fforde introduces 15-year-old Jennifer Strange, who runs an agency for underemployed magicians in a world where magic is fading away. But when visions of the death of the world's last dragon begin, all signs point to JenniferNand Big Magic.



Book Synopsis



In the good old days, magic was indispensable. But now magic is fading: Drain cleaner is cheaper than a spell, and magic carpets are used for pizza delivery. Fifteen-year-old Jennifer Strange runs Kazam, an employment agency for magicians--but it's hard to stay in business when magic is drying up. And then the visions start, predicting the death of the world's last dragon at the hands of an unnamed Dragonslayer. If the visions are true, everything will change for Kazam--and for Jennifer.



Review Quotes




"With 'The Last Dragonslayer' fans of Jasper Fforde's best-selling 'Thursday Next' and 'Nursery Crime' series will be delighted that Fforde's talent for world-building, his skewed sense of humor and his searing satire come through full force."
--New York Times Book Review "Features the same delightful mix of magic and everyday absurdity that characterizes [Fforde's] other books. . . . Readers both young and adult will get hours of pleasure visiting these Ununited Kingdoms."
--NPR Books, online review "Fforde's foray into children's books will delight readers who like their fantasy with a dash of silliness."
--Publishers Weekly, starred review "Humor abounds, but so does heart, as readers are introduced to a heroine who is practical, smart, and true."
--School Library Journal, starred review "Fforde's fantasy is smart, funny, and abundantly imaginative in its critique of commercial culture. . . . Reminiscent of Pratchett in tone, this is nevertheless Fforde's own creature entirely--and entirely satisfying."
--Horn Book "Fantasy readers with a taste for the silly should appreciate the subverted tropes."
--Kirkus "Thoroughly entertaining . . . readers will easily sit back and enjoy the fun."
--Booklist




About the Author



Jasper Fforde is the internationally best-selling author of the Chronicles of Kazam, the Thursday Next mysteries, and the Nursery Crime books. He lives in Wales. Visit his website at www.jasperfforde.com.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.2 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)
Weight: .6 Pounds
Suggested Age: 10-12 Years
Number of Pages: 304
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Fantasy & Magic
Series Title: Chronicles of Kazam
Publisher: Clarion Books
Format: Paperback
Author: Jasper Fforde
Language: English
Street Date: July 2, 2013
TCIN: 88897945
UPC: 9780544104716
Item Number (DPCI): 247-54-2461
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.9 inches length x 5.4 inches width x 8.2 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.6 pounds
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