Merlin's Dragon: Doomraga's Revenge [Hardcover]

T. A. Barron (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 17, 2009 | Age Level: 10 and up | Grade Level: 5 and up | Series: Merlin's Dragon (Book 2)

Basil becomes Merlin's partner as they battle the mysterious shadows that threaten the new Avalon.

A dark magic has been spreading across Avalon. Initially, the events seemed unrelated: a war in Fireroot between the dwarves and the fire dragons, blight in Stoneroot, and disputes throughout the realms. But as Merlin and Basil scour the realms, they begin to realize that looming behind the growing chaos is a single dark threat—an enemy that they’ve never encountered. One that must be stopped before all of Avalon is lost.

In this jaw-dropping sequel to the mega-hit Merlin’s Dragon, T. A. Barron sends Merlin, Rhia, and Basil, the greatest dragon ever, on a mission across Avalon to root out this new enemy. But sacrifices will be made, relationships will be tested, and precious lives will be lost.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 6 Up—Basil has become accustomed to his large size as a powerful dragon, his new name, and his greater role in the fate of his world. With Avalon teetering on the edge of catastrophe, he and Merlin search for ways to squelch the violence erupting throughout the realms. The action is packed with battles between dragons and dwarfs, crows and terns, and many more creatures of Avalon. Readers will also find new love, loss, and relationships on the brink. Unfortunately, the book suffers extensively from middle book syndrome. Too many subplots cause Basil, Merlin, and readers to lose sight of Rhita Gawr. As for Doomraga, readers will have to wait for the cliff-hanger ending to learn who he is, and for book three to read about his revenge. Of course, even with the problems, no one can compare to Barron when writing about Merlin or Avalon. Once again, he brings texture, color, and love to the seven realms. His many fans will gobble up this new offering, but new readers will need to start with book one.—Lisa Marie Williams, East Gwillimbury Public Library, Holland Landing, Ontario END

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"[N]o one can compare to Barron when writing about Merlin or Avalon. Once again, he brings texture, color, and love to the seven realms." --School Library Journal

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Hardcover: 240 pages
• Publisher: Philomel (September 17, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0399252126
• ISBN-13: 978-0399252129
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #774,429 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

T.A. Barron is the award-winning author of fantasy novels such as The Lost Years of Merlin epic--soon to be a major motion picture. He serves on a variety of environmental and educational boards including The Nature Conservancy and The Land and Water Fund of the Rockies, and is the founder of a national award for heroic children. Following a life-changing decision to leave a successful business career to write full-time in 1990, Barron has written seventeen books, but is happiest when on the mountain trails with his wife, Currie, and their five children.

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Very, very disappointing, June 5, 2010

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Jo Ann (Pacific Northwest, USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Merlin's Dragon: Doomraga's Revenge (Hardcover)

I've read (to my son) the Lost Years of Merlin series, the Avalon Series and the first book in this series. I loved the writing as well as the stories.

This book was a huge disappointment. It felt as if it had been rushed and was filled with "I wonder if I'll ever know xxx..." sentences as quick substitute for actually fleshing out the story. None of the richness of the stories in the other series (or even in the first book of this series).

I can't see buying the last book when it comes out - perhaps it's time for Mr. Barron to move on to another topic?

5.0 out of 5 stars Good - quick read, September 18, 2010

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dawn cermak - See all my reviews

This review is from: Merlin's Dragon: Doomraga's Revenge (Hardcover)

This is a good story. I enjoyed this summer read enough to obtain more from the same author.