Dragon Slippers

by Jessica Day George

Overview

This enchanting tale of dragons, betrayals, and the power of friendship is the first in a charming and thrilling series by New York Times bestselling author Jessica Day George.

Creel can't believe her aunt wants to sacrifice her to the local dragon. It's a ploy to lure a heroic knight so that he will fight the dragon, marry Creel out of chivalrous obligation, and lift the entire family out of poverty. Creel isn't worried. After all, nobody has seen a dragon in centuries.

But when the beast actually appears, Creel not only bargains with him for her life, she also ends up with a rare bit of treasure from his hoard: a pair of simple blue slippers, or so she thinks. But Creel learns that these shoes could be used to save her kingdom from the brink of war—or destroy it.

Don't miss these other stories from New York Times bestselling author Jessica Day George:

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Dragon Slippers

Dragon Flight

Dragon Spear

The Rose Legacy series

The Rose Legacy

Tuesdays at the Castle series

Tuesdays at the Castle

Wednesdays in the Tower

Thursdays with the Crown

Fridays with the Wizards

Saturdays at Sea

The Twelve Dancing Princesses series

Princess of the Midnight Ball

Princess of Glass

Princess of the Silver Woods

Sun and Moon, Ice and Snow

Silver in the Blood

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781599902753
Publisher:	Bloomsbury USA
Publication date:	05/01/2008
Series:	Dragon Slippers Series
Edition description:	First Edition
Pages:	352
Sales rank:	145,416
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 8.20(h) x 1.00(d)
Age Range:	10 - 14 Years

About the Author

JESSICA DAY GEORGE is the New York Times bestselling author of The Rose Legacy series, the Tuesdays at the Castle series, the Twelve Dancing Princesses series, the Dragon Slippers trilogy, as well as Sun and Moon, Ice and Snow and Silver in the Blood. Originally from Idaho, she studied at Brigham Young University and worked as a librarian and bookseller before turning to writing full-time. She now lives in Salt Lake City, Utah, with her husband and their three young children.

www.jessicadaygeorge.com

@jessdaygeorge

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Editorial Reviews

Creel wants to go to the King's Seat so she can earn her living by embroidering her unique designs. But danger and adventure ensue. There are dragons, magic slippers and a handsome prince. There is also treason, war and destruction. But Creel is not meek or passive; she takes the initiative and leads perilous defensive and offensive maneuvers that eventually win the battle. George weaves a picaresque tale with a cast of quirky characters into a medieval fantasy. Relationships among social classes and the trials and tribulations of women trying to improve their lot are nicely incorporated into the context of the story. While the names and events sound suitably archaic, at times the syntax of the narration and dialogue has a decidedly modern twist. But this serves to make the tale more accessible and Creel a more sympathetic and human creation. Not entirely original, but clever, well-plotted and good fun. (Fiction. 10-14)

Kirkus Reviews

Clever, well-plotted and good fun.” —Kirkus Reviews

“[T]he fairy-tale action and vivid scenes, from glittering dragon cave to posh dress shop, are captivating, and readers will easily connect with brave Creel, who weathers betrayals and learns to value true friends and her own talents.” —Booklist

“First-time author George has created an endearing fantasy with quirky twists on traditional elements. …The tale is told deftly and with warm humor, and readers will bond quickly with sensible country girl Creel. Romance, friendship, and betrayal all spice the mix, and readers looking for something to follow Hale's Princess Academy will find pleasure here.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

“A magical, fun-filled page-turner for middle-grade readers that's a far cry from an old-school Cinderella story.” —Bookpage

“This is a light-hearted fantasy tale at its best.” —MeridianMagazine.com

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