Merlin and the Dragons

Written by Jane Yolen · Illustrated by Li Ming

A young king's nightmares lead to a revelation of his true legacy.

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40 pages· 3,048 words· Est. 24 min read-aloud· 710L

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Bookroo's summary

Plagued by nightmares, young King Arthur questions his right to the throne. On a stormy night, Merlin shares a tale of dueling dragons and a battle between good and evil, unveiling a secret that could change Arthur's destiny. As the story unfolds, Arthur must confront his fears and embrace his true legacy. Will he rise to the challenge, or will the shadows of doubt consume him?

From the publisher

Young King Arthur, troubled by nightmares, doubts he is the rightful king of England. One rainy night, the wizard Merlin tells Arthur the story of dueling dragons and a fateful clash between good and evil, which reveals the surprising secret of the boy king’s true legacy. Li Ming’s arresting oil paintings breathe fire into this magical offering from Jane Yolen. “The legend comes alive on a grand scale, the dramatic narrative and well-wrought dialogue heightening the theatrical effect and inviting a fast-paced read-aloud.” – “School Library Journal”

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