Students, children, and life-long readers,
If you are a student in my classroom, you have heard of one of our favorite fantasy series, The Unwanteds. Dragon Captives continues with a side series that focuses on Alex's sisters, Fifer and Thisbe. I encourage you to read the Unwanteds series first to better understand the setting and minor characters throughout the series. There is an even a villain that makes a return. You will also be able to see the magical ability of our main characters.
Fifer and Thisbe ar e being prevented from entering Magical training due to their lack of maturity and unspeakable power that they have trouble controlling as you will see in the first chapter. Alex has them on a short leash. But when the dragons come in need of help and hold Alex to his promise of magically increasing the size of their wings so they can fly, the twins jump on this opportunity for an adventure and to prove to Alex that they are ready to use their abilities. The twins are off to an island that has yet to be discovered, and trouble quickly follows them.
There are many favorite characters returning, and new ones that are introduced. If you enjoyed Unwanteds, you should definitely give this one a try. And if you are worried that Colby spoiled the ending, don't worry - there is more than meets the eye to the thrilling conclusion of this novel.
AUTHOR: Lisa McMannis
GENRE: Fantasy
Grade Level: 5-8
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