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Fred the dragon leaves home to find that roaring and fire‑breathing fall far short of his expectations. When swallowing people causes him ill health, he turns to unlikely friends—a witch, a giant, and a wise boy—for guidance. Together they help Fred explore his unique strengths and discover a different kind of purpose. Through friendship and self‑acceptance, he learns that the path to adulthood can be unexpected, yet rewarding.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Geoffrey Hayes
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