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Highlights
- Do you have the courage, the wits, and the skill to claim a dragon's hoard?
- 416 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Fantasy & Magic
- Series Name: Adventurers Wanted
Description
About the Book
Original publication and copyright date: 2009.Book Synopsis
Do you have the courage, the wits, and the skill to claim a dragon's hoard? If so, apply within . . .
The sign is small, tucked into the corner of Mr. Clutter's bookshop window: "Adventurers Wanted. Apply Within." No one but fifteen-year-old Alex Taylor even seems to notice it is there. And for Alex, who has wished for a change in his life, it is an irresistible invitation.
Upon entering Mr. Clutter's shop, Alex is swept away on an incredible adventure to a faraway land filled with heroic warriors, mysterious elves, and hard-working dwarves.
Alex becomes the eighth man in a band of adventurers seeking the lair of Slathbog the Red -- and evil dragon with a legendary treasure. Along the way, Alex and his new friends must battle dangerous trolls and bandits, face undead wraiths, and seek the wisdom of the Oracle in her White Tower.
Alex's adventure takes him to distant and exotic lands where he learns about courage, integrity, honor, and, most importantly, friendship.
Review Quotes
"A fantastic journey. . . . The story reminded me of Eragon, yet the reading is easier and quicker. Highly enjoyable, fast-paced, and full of adventure."--SciFicChick.com
-- "SciFicChick.com"
"A nod a wink to classics like the Lord of the Rings and the game Dungeons & Dragons."--Bookspotcentral.com
-- "Bookspotcentral.com"
"Entertaining...The series potential is limitless."--Booklist
-- "Booklist"
"The beginning of an epic fantasy series."--Library Journal
-- "Library Journal"
About the Author
M. L. Forman was born and raised in Utah and now resides in the foothills of the western Rockies. Besides writing, his many other hobbies include fishing, camping, hiking, and almost anything that will allow him to enjoy the magic of nature.