{"product_id":"the-dragon-defenders-book-one-the-dragon-defenders-the-runaway-phenomenon-junior-fiction-series","title":"The Dragon Defenders","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Thrilling and action-packed.... Russell uses elegant prose and well-timed humor\"\u003cbr\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"I couldn't get my son to turn out the light!\"\u003cbr\u003eElisabeth Easther, playwright, actor, critic\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Action-packed, and truly charming.\"\u003cbr\u003eRadio New Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA best-selling, rip-roaring, page-turning tale of dragons and their brave child guardians, with mind-blowing, interactive augmented reality content accessible via free app AR Reads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dragon Defenders novel series follow the adventures of Flynn, Paddy, Briar and Beth as they strive to protect their paradise island home - and the dragons that live there - from the clutches of an evil boss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBook One:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlynn and Paddy's family live on a paradise island in the middle of the ocean with their dog, Coco, their horse, Clappers, and Lightning, their pet falcon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut their island also holds an incredible secret: dragons live there!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen evil boss The Pitbull finds out, he decides that he wants one for himself. Get ready to be swept away on an unforgettable journey as Flynn and Paddy's world is turned upside down. Will their bravery and skill be enough to protect the dragons from The Pitbull's clutches? The Dragon Defenders series is an adrenaline-fueled saga of epic proportions that will keep you on the edge of your seat. In the following four books, the brothers are joined by the brave, fierce and wonderful Briar, who helps the boys thwart The Pitbull's evil plans. Read them all!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot just a book...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrepare to unlock a whole new level of immersion through the awe-inspiring augmented reality experiences found through the free AR Reads app. Eavesdrop on conversations, crack codes, meet the bad guy face-to-face, all the while interacting with a book like never before.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExperience the phenomenon that has captivated readers across New Zealand, where The Dragon Defenders has soared to incredible heights, selling over 50,000 books in that country alone. Author James Russell weaves a tale that embraces themes of family, resourcefulness, teamwork, conservation, and the power of standing up for what you believe in. If you're a fan of Tui T. Sutherland's Wings of Fire series or Christopher Paolini's Eragon, get ready for a new adventure that will ignite your imagination and leave you breathless.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNote: the app is not necessary to enjoy the books; they're designed to be read either with or without the use of the app - it's your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne more thing to note: This book has a dyslexic friendly font, developed with advice from the Dyslexia Association of New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An utterly charming story about two young boys who live off the grid, in a way most kids couldn't imagine. They are, of course, independent, brave and resourceful, and completely admirable. The interactive app helps build a spellbinding world.\"\u003cbr\u003eJoan Mackenzie, head book buyer, Whitcoulls\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A rollercoaster, laugh-out-loud adventure!\"\u003cbr\u003eRachel Eadie, book critic\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The best books imaginable to encourage kids to read.\"\u003cbr\u003eMelissa Haslam, parent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Catnip for reluctant readers.\"\u003cbr\u003eSheila Shelford, parent\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Incredibly exhilarating!\"\u003cbr\u003eDoris Mousdale, Arcadia Books\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“So gripping...”\u003cbr\u003eFinn Buckley, age 11\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The bomb!”\u003cbr\u003eSeamus O’Sullivan, age 11\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Awesome!”\u003cbr\u003eAri O’Malley, age 10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Exciting from the very start!”\u003cbr\u003eTheo Head, aged 11\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“As good as Harry Potter...”\u003cbr\u003ePippa Montgomerie, aged 9\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dragon Brothers Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45518857797855,"sku":"9780473376215","price":22.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/2185\/3151\/files\/9780473376215.jpg?v=1744078520","url":"https:\/\/lamplightbooks.pro\/products\/the-dragon-defenders-book-one-the-dragon-defenders-the-runaway-phenomenon-junior-fiction-series","provider":"Lamplight Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}