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Talon

Series: The Talon Saga
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In Talon by Julie Kagawa, the story unravels in a world where dragons exist in human form and live among us. The protagonist, Ember, is a young dragon sent to blend in with humans and master her transformation. Her life takes a turn when she encounters Garret, a soldier trained to hunt her kind. As their paths converge, Ember is faced with difficult choices that could ignite tension between dragons and humans.
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You might enjoy this book if you are drawn to tales of hidden worlds and secret identities, all woven into a captivating story of dragons living among us. This young adult novel delves into thrilling adventures, intense personal conflicts, and the heart-pounding tension of forbidden romance, making it perfect for fans of fantasy and intrigue.

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Talon

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In this groundbreaking modern fantasy series, dragons walk among us in human form.

"There are a dozen 'St. George' soldiers hiding in that maze," my trainer said. "All hunting you. All looking to kill you. Welcome to phase two of your training, hatchling."

Long ago, dragons were hunted to near extinction by the Order of St. George, a legendary society of dragonslayers. Hiding in human form and growing their numbers in secret, the dragons of Talon have become strong and cunning, and they're positioned to take over the world with humans none the wiser.

Ember and Dante Hill are the only sister and brother known to dragonkind. Trained to infiltrate society, Ember wants to live the teen experience and enjoy a summer of freedom before taking her destined place in Talon. But destiny is a matter of perspective, and a rogue dragon will soon challenge everything Ember has been taught.

As Ember struggles to accept her future, she and her brother are hunted by the Order of St. George. Soldier Garret Xavier Sebastian has a mission to seek and destroy all dragons, and Talon's newest recruits in particular. But he cannot kill unless he is certain he has found his prey - and nothing is certain about Ember Hill.

Faced with Ember's bravery, confidence, and all-too-human desires, Garret begins to question everything that the Order has ingrained in him - and what he might be willing to give up to find the truth about dragons.

"[An] intense and thought-provoking series." - School Library Journal on Blood of Eden

"A fresh and imaginative thrill-ride." - Publishers Weekly, starred review, on The Immortal Rules

"Fantastic storytelling." - Times Record News on The Iron Knight

Series: The Talon Saga

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Talon by Julie Kagawa receives praise for its imaginative storyline and engaging portrayal of dragon lore intertwined with modern settings. The character development, particularly of Ember, is highlighted as a strong aspect, with readers enjoying the blend of action, romance, and fantasy elements. However, some reviewers mention that the pacing can be uneven, but overall, it's noted as a captivating addition to the young adult fantasy genre.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781743566619

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 October 2014

Country: Australia

Imprint: HQ Young Adult

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 428g

Pages: 448

About the Author

Born in Sacramento, CA, Julie Kagawa moved to Hawaii at the age of nine. There she learned many things; how to bodyboard, that teachers scream when you put centipedes in their desks, and that writing stories in math class is a great way to kill time. Her teachers were glad to see her graduate. Julie now lives is Louisville, KY with her husband and furkids. She is the international and NYT bestselling author of The Iron Fey series. Visit her at juliekagawa.com.

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