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The Land of Dragor: Book 1: The Gift of Charms (Land of Dragor 1): 01 Paperback – 4 Sept. 2014

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Here Be Dragons...Hidden in a mist-filled valley, far away from the habitation of man, live the last of the world's dragons. Divided by clan but united by the need to conceal themselves from humankind, these creatures, supposedly of myth and fairy tale, live ordinary lives, while ever aware that discovery will almost certainly be their undoing. Centuries ago, a great war spelled the end of their slavery to mankind. But in separating themselves from the rest of the world, the dragon clans have paid a heavy price. There is an emptiness in the Land of Dragor that did not exist before, and all the elders feel it. Disharmony runs rife. The dragons have vowed never to leave Dragor, but the youngest of them grow restless and superstitions abound. So when a strange egg is laid, all fear what will come of it. Could Dragor be about to meet its saviour? Or its destroyer?

Reading age

9 - 12 years
Print length

288 pages
Language

English
Grade level

4 - 7
Dimensions

12.7 x 1.27 x 20.32 cm
Publisher

Dino Books
Publication date

4 Sept. 2014
ISBN-10

1782199241
ISBN-13

978-1782199243
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"An enjoyable tale told with both tenderness and strength." --Kidsreads.com

About the Author

Julia Suzuki is the author of The Land of Dragor fantasy adventure series for children.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dino Books (4 Sept. 2014)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1782199241
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1782199243
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 9 - 12 years
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12.7 x 1.27 x 20.32 cm

Best Sellers Rank: 2,265,249 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- 4,962 in Dragons, Unicorns & Mythical Creatures Tales for Children
- 13,886 in Fantasy Fiction About Wizards & Witches for Young Adults
- 32,569 in Fantasy & Magic for Children

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Julia Suzuki

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Julia Suzuki is a British writer

BA Hons degree in Business Studies & Creative Writing.

Patron of Reading 2018 and 2019

British Arts Council Award

Bio:

Before becoming an author Julia worked for a Disney licensing company and then with entrepreneur David Lloyd in an international resorts business, visiting many beautiful places which inspired the setting of her series. Her personal love of literature, nature, and the outdoors fed her colourful imagination - resulting in the creation of the 'Land of Dragor' adventure series.

Media:

Julia's prequel debut THE GIFT OF CHARMS has been widely praised in the British media, with features in the Sun, Mirror, Express, Times, as well in First News, the number one children's newspaper as well as on Lovereading and Readwave

Reviews:

A new literary star has been born... Be prepared to be transported to the Land of Dragor and be taken away on a mythical tale along the lines of Harry Potter - The Last Word Book Review

The story is the perfect combination of the worlds of Harry Potter and Spyro and we already can't wait for the rest of the series - Legendarium US Media

I was instantly charmed by Suzuki's style and the variety of characters - Tolkien Middle-Earth Fan Site

Schools:

Julia has worked with UK schools and in writing workshops throughout the country, including the 'Samuel Johnson Writing Club' and 'Chelsea Young Writers'.

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chris onslow

I want Book2 NOW!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 September 2014

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This is a big tease! I bought this book to read on my flight to and from Moscow and found myself finishing the last page sitting on the baggage reclaim carousel as I could not wait to see what happens at the end to Yoshiko and as I read the last sentence I realise that Ms Suzuki just teased me. She blatantly made me fall in love with Yoshiko, Dragons, Dragor etal only to leave me now waiting for Book 2 like the best series of Scandal on TV! I need an update Ms Suzuki, I don't want to wait, does he fall in love with Amlie, does he get stuck in humanland in Stratford upon Avon, does Iggor stop bullying other younglings? You turned me from 55 to 10 yrs old and I don't want to go back! I want to go to the West End and see the Show Land of Dragor, I want to wear my Dragor T Shirt and buy the CD from the Oscar winning film. This isn't a book its imagination wrapped in paper and quite frankly if Book 2 doesn't come out soon I will just read Book1 again. Step aside Potter fans, Dragor is the new place to be. 5 stars does not do this justice. Suzuki you are the next JK.

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Joffre White

An enthralling read.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 November 2015

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This wonderful tale of a young dragon who is 'different' and how he deals with the challenges of growing up, much of which can be related in human terms, (bullying, rejection, self doubt), is skilfully written with warmth and enchantment. Julia Suzuki's imagination takes us into a hidden world of dragons, and a magical journey of triumph and discovery. Her plucky little character, Yoshiko, will have you turning the pages as he discovers his purpose and destiny in the Land of Dragor. An enthralling read that will delight girls and boys, mums and dads, and particularly anyone who has a love for dragons and magical fantasy.
Joffre White.

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Graham Wilson

A must read for your children!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 July 2015

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The Gift of Charms is truly a magical gift of insight and learning. I was transported to the Land of Dragor and a world of fantasy and subtle messages that make you think about yourself and boost your confidence. Julia has the wonderful gift of creating the most amazing feelings and images in such a few words. The story takes you on a magical journey that you just won't want to put down. Can't wait to read the next one in the series.

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ms millie iden

Exemplary

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 January 2015

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Gripping tale of love grief bullying and overcoming all obstacle in life great read and very hard to leave until finished .

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AGNES DALRYMPLE

Dragons of Fancy

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 June 2015

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Fantastic reading really enjoyed it looking forward To The next Book For Reading With Anticipation And Excitement for the next Lot of Books.

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Brigitte

Very refreshing and interesting read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 October 2014

I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. I would like to thank the author for asking me to read this book which I might have otherwise overlooked.

The Gift of Charms is about seven different clans of dragons who lived in the land of Dragor. They all had different skill sets, pottery and fishing being two of them. What set them apart was the seven different colours reflected on their scales. They were the only survivors from a great war, where the Dinosaurs and the Dragsaurs became extinct! The Dragons had been slaves to humans and nowthey were free and lived in isolation from other beings.

Throughout the ages different stories had been told about the nature of the different clans and some considered themselves superior to others.

Yoshiko was hatched from an egg which was totally different from what was considered to be normal. The egg was multicoloured and his mother Kiara worried about the gossips going around. His father Ketu was well aware of the problems they might encounter about Yoshiko since he had to use bribery to stop Yoshiko from being taken away from them at birth.

When Yoshiko started school where he was to learn how to make fire, he came across a bully named Igorr who took great pleasure in humiliating him. During one of these confrontations with Igorr, he flew off and ended up in forbidden land where he came across Guya , an Elder who lived in isolation. This chance meeting turned out to be the beginning of Yoshiko's journey, when he told Guya the reasons for his distress.

He gave Yoshiko three hard tasks, meant for endurance as well as will power. Yoshiko was meant to bring the seven clans together and to regain their dwindling powers.

Will Yoshiko complete these tasks and bring the clans together?

I enjoyed reading this very well written novel and would recommend to all ages.

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