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Dragon Run is the story of a twelve-year-old boy who is shunned by society and on the run from ruthless assassins. With no magic, little money, and a sword he's not entirely sure how to use, he escapes into the wilderness, beginning a journey that will lead him to strange new friends, brutal enemies, heartbreaking betrayal, and the terrifying truth about his dragon overlords.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Patrick Matthews
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