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The Last of the Firedrakes

by Farah Oomerbhoy
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A Magical World. A Stolen Birthright. A Forbidden Love.16-year-old Aurora Darlington is an orphan. Mistreated by her adopted family and bullied at school, she dreams of running away and being free. But when she is kidnapped and dragged through a portal into a magical world, suddenly her old life doesn't seem so bad.Avalonia is a dangerous land ruled by powerful mages and a cruel, selfish queen who will do anything to control all seven kingdoms—including killing anyone who stands in her way. Thrust headlong into this new, magical world, Aurora's arrival sets plans in motion that threaten to destroy all she holds dear.With the help of a young fae, a magical pegasus, and a handsome mage, Aurora journeys across Avalonia to learn the truth about her past and unleash the power within herself. Kingdoms collide as a complicated web of political intrigue and ancient magic lead Aurora to unravel a shocking secret that will change her life forever.AWARDSSilver Medal winner in the 2016 Readers' Favorite Book AwardSemifinalist winner in the 2016 Kindle Book AwardSilver award winner in IBPA's Benjamin Franklin Awards 2016Finalist in the 2015 USA Best Book AwardsWinner in Wattpad's 2015 Watty AwardsREVIEWS"...the narrative components echo the classics; the Academy of Magic at Evolon could be Hogwarts, while the Shadow Guards are reminiscent of Tolkien's Ring Wraiths or Rowling's Dementors...a beautifully drawn fantasy world." – Kirkus Reviews"The Last of the Firedrakes is a magic-filled romp that carries you back to the fantasy stories of childhood...Lovers of classic fantasy will likewise gobble down Oomerbhoy's scrumptious story." – Vic James, author of Gilded Cage"The world building is beautiful...That really made the book more complex for me...it is the journey of discovery for Aurora and the reader that makes this an interesting story." – Readers' Favorite"The Last of the Firedrakes has all the elements of popular fantasy – an orphaned princess, Magical powers, an alternate sphere with seven kingdoms, a young girl with a destiny to fulfil. They are all elements of the Narnia Chronicles, The Faraway tree, The Harry Potter series, Lord of the Rings and a bit of Enid Blyton fun." – Mid-Day newspaper"The Last of the Firedrakes is a fantasy novel that will entrance young adult and adult readers alike... Political intrigue, danger, and deep characterization make for an interconnected epic, enthusiastically recommended for high fantasy connoisseurs." – Midwest Book Review
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Series: The Avalonia Chronicles Publisher: Farah Oomerbhoy

Kindle Book

  • Release date: August 15, 2015

OverDrive Read

  • ISBN: 9781940014722
  • Release date: August 15, 2015

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  • ISBN: 9781940014722
  • File size: 1843 KB
  • Release date: August 15, 2015

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Fantasy Folklore Young Adult Fiction Young Adult Literature

Languages

English

A Magical World. A Stolen Birthright. A Forbidden Love.16-year-old Aurora Darlington is an orphan. Mistreated by her adopted family and bullied at school, she dreams of running away and being free. But when she is kidnapped and dragged through a portal into a magical world, suddenly her old life doesn't seem so bad.Avalonia is a dangerous land ruled by powerful mages and a cruel, selfish queen who will do anything to control all seven kingdoms—including killing anyone who stands in her way. Thrust headlong into this new, magical world, Aurora's arrival sets plans in motion that threaten to destroy all she holds dear.With the help of a young fae, a magical pegasus, and a handsome mage, Aurora journeys across Avalonia to learn the truth about her past and unleash the power within herself. Kingdoms collide as a complicated web of political intrigue and ancient magic lead Aurora to unravel a shocking secret that will change her life forever.AWARDSSilver Medal winner in the 2016 Readers' Favorite Book AwardSemifinalist winner in the 2016 Kindle Book AwardSilver award winner in IBPA's Benjamin Franklin Awards 2016Finalist in the 2015 USA Best Book AwardsWinner in Wattpad's 2015 Watty AwardsREVIEWS"...the narrative components echo the classics; the Academy of Magic at Evolon could be Hogwarts, while the Shadow Guards are reminiscent of Tolkien's Ring Wraiths or Rowling's Dementors...a beautifully drawn fantasy world." – Kirkus Reviews"The Last of the Firedrakes is a magic-filled romp that carries you back to the fantasy stories of childhood...Lovers of classic fantasy will likewise gobble down Oomerbhoy's scrumptious story." – Vic James, author of Gilded Cage"The world building is beautiful...That really made the book more complex for me...it is the journey of discovery for Aurora and the reader that makes this an interesting story." – Readers' Favorite"The Last of the Firedrakes has all the elements of popular fantasy – an orphaned princess, Magical powers, an alternate sphere with seven kingdoms, a young girl with a destiny to fulfil. They are all elements of the Narnia Chronicles, The Faraway tree, The Harry Potter series, Lord of the Rings and a bit of Enid Blyton fun." – Mid-Day newspaper"The Last of the Firedrakes is a fantasy novel that will entrance young adult and adult readers alike... Political intrigue, danger, and deep characterization make for an interconnected epic, enthusiastically recommended for high fantasy connoisseurs." – Midwest Book Review
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Fantasy Folklore Young Adult Fiction Young Adult Literature
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