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In the fifth book of the Last Dragon Chronicles, Earth teeters on the edge of a dragon-driven renaissance. David Rain—an unlikely hero—receives a perilous assignment: locate and eliminate the deadly force known as "dark fire." The mission’s success, however, may demand the ultimate sacrifice: the life of a cherished clay dragon. As the stakes rise, David faces a stark dilemma that questions what truly matters—human safety or the preservation of a fragile, magical bond. Themes of good versus evil, duty, and the power of sacrifice intertwine as the narrative unfolds in a world where myth and reality collide.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Chris D'Lacey
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