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The Last Dragonslayer
Last Dragonslayer Book 1
Series: The Last Dragonslayer Chronicles
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Jasper Fforde's first work for a younger generation of readers: hilarious, offbeat and bewitching, this is the start of a Dragonslayer trilogy
Jasper Fforde's first work for a younger generation of readers: hilarious, offbeat and bewitching, this is the start of a Dragonslayer trilogy
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In the good old days, magic was powerful, unregulated by government, and even the largest spell could be woven without filling in magic release form B1-7g.
Then the magic started fading away.
Fifteen-year-old Jennifer Strange runs Kazam!, an employment agency for soothsayers and sorcerers. But work is drying up. Drain cleaner is cheaper than a spell, and even magic carpets are reduced to pizza delivery.
So it's a surprise when the visions start. Not only do they predict the death of the Last Dragon at the hands of a dragonslayer, they also point to Jennifer, and say something is coming. Big Magic . . .
The Last Dragonslayer by Jasper Fforde is a whimsical tale of magic, responsibility, and unexpected destiny.
Series: The Last Dragonslayer Chronicles
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The final instalment of the Last Dragonslayer Chronicles, demonstrating that with a small band of committed followers, a large tin of resolve and steely determination, almost anything can be achieved... Sixteen-year-old Jennifer Strange and her sidekick and fellow Orphan, Tiger Prawns, have been driven to the tip of the UnUnited Kingdoms - Cornwall - by the invasion of the Trolls....Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
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The Last Dragonslayer
In the good old days, magic was powerful, unregulated by government, and even the largest spell could be woven without filling in magic release form B1-7g. Then the magic started fading away. Fifteen-year-old Jennifer Strange runs Kazam!, an employment agency for soothsayers and sorcerers. But work is drying up. Drain cleaner is cheaper than a spell, and even magic carpets...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Song of the Quarkbeast
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The Last Dragonslayer is praised for its inventive approach to young adult fantasy, featuring a strong heroine and an engaging supporting cast. Reviews highlight its action, humour, and clever wordplay, appealing to readers of all ages similar to Terry Pratchett's works. It's appreciated for its imaginative storytelling, likable characters, and entertaining twists, making it a delightful and engaging read.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781444707205
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 15 September 2011
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hodder & Stoughton
Audience: Teenage
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 22.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 252g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Jasper Fforde traded a varied career in the film industry for staring out of the window and chewing the end of a pencil. He lives and works in Wales and has a passion for aviation.
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