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    Death Dragon's Kiss
    The Firebrand Legacy
    Ebook series2 titles

    The Manakor Chronicles Series

    By T.K. Kiser

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    About this series

    Would you betray yourself for someone you love?

    ---

    Despite the Carine and the princes' efforts, the ash dragon Kavariel still hasn't come back to Navafort. The dragon's absence unleashes a plague that unhinges the royal family and puts everyone Carine cares about at risk: her family, her friends, and...David.

    As death spreads throughout Esten, Carine and the princes battle stealthy creatures and journey deep into Navafort to unravel its mysteries, all the while shadowed by a mysterious girl from a foreign land. Desperate for an answer, Carine finds herself teetering precariously on the moral edge between good magic and bad, forced to make an impossible choice between the person she wants to be...and the person she loves.

    Perfect for readers of Gail Carson Levine, J.K. Rowling, C.S. Lewis, and Patricia C. Wrede.

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    What is Death Dragon's Kiss rated?

    "There is no sexual content of any kind, but this book travels into coming-of-age range and feelings beyond the platonic are beginning to be explored, as are bigger, more serious themes and consequences of choices. Some scenes are intense, and death and devastation are more widely felt. Though the first book has a younger reader appeal, Death Dragon's Kiss moves solidly into middle grade, young-young adult range." -- Hall Ways Reviews

    REVIEWS:

    "I gobbled it up...The characters are complex, flawed, and realistically inconsistent; the plot is engrossing and character-driven; the magic system is thoroughly explored in a way that the first book didn't dare. T. K. Kiser doesn't shy away from dark themes and horrific moments, and yet manages to keep things appropriate for middle grade. Readers will love this!!" -- Studies in Storytelling

    "...Our three main characters went through some serious development. Oh my gosh I loved how they turned out." -- Melleny Smith

    "The story for this sequel took a completely new turn that gripped me early on...and made for a fun, exciting read. I highly recommend it for any lover of fantasy, dragons and magic. The series is full of twists and excitement." -- Sarah Foil

    "In this second book in The Manakor Chronicles series, main character Carine...recognizes that her magic (much like people do) has two main modes -- good and evil - and that the gray area between is sometimes difficult to navigate. Add to that the difficulties of being a teenager who may or may not be in love, and who has some self-doubt and feels unworthy and even inferior at times, and you have a believable protagonist, flaws and all. The story also reinforces to readers that doing the right thing is quite often not the easiest path to take and can be downright difficult. The struggles in the book are real." -- Hall Ways Reviews

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherT.K. Kiser
    Release dateDec 8, 2015
    Death Dragon's Kiss
    The Firebrand Legacy

    Titles in the series (2)

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      The Firebrand Legacy
      The Firebrand Legacy

      The Firebrand Legacy

      T.K. Kiser
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      A magical language. An enchanted flame. A word to save everything. --- Every year when the dragon Kavariel visits thirteen-year-old Carine's home city, Esten, the other townsfolk hang pennants and light Festival fires, they strum lutes and dance through the night, waiting for the beast to arrive. Nevermind that the dragon burns down houses. Nevermind that its talons crush boats. Nevermind that it eats a few townsfolk before flying off. Everyone celebrates anyway. Everyone, that is, except Carine, the daughter of a poor shoemaker. Ever since the dragon ate her sister, Carine has hated magic, dragons, and everything to do with them. But this year, when the ash dragon doesn’t visit and doesn't leave its protective flame, it leaves the kingdom--and what's left of Carine's family--vulnerable to an even more vile threat. Determined to protect her family, Carine joins forces with twin princes and plunges headlong into an adventure that calls into question everything she has been taught to believe. "A thoroughly engaging fantasy...A rousing saga of magic and mystery that leaves the door wide open for a sequel and more.” -- Kirkus Reviews "Readers will be THRILLED...I highly recommend it to readers ages 10-14 and anyone who enjoys stories about magic and fantasy (and DRAGONS!)." -- Hall Ways Reviews "Best Juvenile Fiction" Gold Winner -- IPPY Awards 2016 --- This award-winning middle grade fantasy adventure is perfect for readers of Gail Carson Levine, J.K. Rowling, C.S. Lewis, and Patricia C. Wrede.

      A magical language. An enchanted flame. A word to save everything. --- Every year when the dragon Kavariel visits thirteen-year-old Carine's home city, Esten, the other townsfolk hang pennants and light Festival fires, they strum lutes and dance through the night, waiting for the beast to arrive. Nevermind that the dragon burns down houses. Nevermind that its talons crush boats. Nevermind that it eats a few townsfolk before flying off. Everyone celebrates anyway. Everyone, that is, except Carine, the daughter of a poor shoemaker. Ever since the dragon ate her sister, Carine has hated magic, dragons, and everything to do with them. But this year, when the ash dragon doesn’t visit and doesn't leave its protective flame, it leaves the kingdom--and what's left of Carine's family--vulnerable to an even more vile threat. Determined to protect her family, Carine joins forces with twin princes and plunges headlong into an adventure that calls into question everything she has been taught to believe. "A thoroughly engaging fantasy...A rousing saga of magic and mystery that leaves the door wide open for a sequel and more.” -- Kirkus Reviews "Readers will be THRILLED...I highly recommend it to readers ages 10-14 and anyone who enjoys stories about magic and fantasy (and DRAGONS!)." -- Hall Ways Reviews "Best Juvenile Fiction" Gold Winner -- IPPY Awards 2016 --- This award-winning middle grade fantasy adventure is perfect for readers of Gail Carson Levine, J.K. Rowling, C.S. Lewis, and Patricia C. Wrede.

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      Death Dragon's Kiss
      Death Dragon's Kiss

      Death Dragon's Kiss

      T.K. Kiser
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      Would you betray yourself for someone you love? --- Despite the Carine and the princes' efforts, the ash dragon Kavariel still hasn't come back to Navafort. The dragon's absence unleashes a plague that unhinges the royal family and puts everyone Carine cares about at risk: her family, her friends, and...David. As death spreads throughout Esten, Carine and the princes battle stealthy creatures and journey deep into Navafort to unravel its mysteries, all the while shadowed by a mysterious girl from a foreign land. Desperate for an answer, Carine finds herself teetering precariously on the moral edge between good magic and bad, forced to make an impossible choice between the person she wants to be...and the person she loves. Perfect for readers of Gail Carson Levine, J.K. Rowling, C.S. Lewis, and Patricia C. Wrede. --- What is Death Dragon's Kiss rated? "There is no sexual content of any kind, but this book travels into coming-of-age range and feelings beyond the platonic are beginning to be explored, as are bigger, more serious themes and consequences of choices. Some scenes are intense, and death and devastation are more widely felt. Though the first book has a younger reader appeal, Death Dragon's Kiss moves solidly into middle grade, young-young adult range." -- Hall Ways Reviews REVIEWS: "I gobbled it up...The characters are complex, flawed, and realistically inconsistent; the plot is engrossing and character-driven; the magic system is thoroughly explored in a way that the first book didn't dare. T. K. Kiser doesn't shy away from dark themes and horrific moments, and yet manages to keep things appropriate for middle grade. Readers will love this!!" -- Studies in Storytelling "...Our three main characters went through some serious development. Oh my gosh I loved how they turned out." -- Melleny Smith "The story for this sequel took a completely new turn that gripped me early on...and made for a fun, exciting read. I highly recommend it for any lover of fantasy, dragons and magic. The series is full of twists and excitement." -- Sarah Foil "In this second book in The Manakor Chronicles series, main character Carine...recognizes that her magic (much like people do) has two main modes -- good and evil - and that the gray area between is sometimes difficult to navigate. Add to that the difficulties of being a teenager who may or may not be in love, and who has some self-doubt and feels unworthy and even inferior at times, and you have a believable protagonist, flaws and all. The story also reinforces to readers that doing the right thing is quite often not the easiest path to take and can be downright difficult. The struggles in the book are real." -- Hall Ways Reviews

      Would you betray yourself for someone you love? --- Despite the Carine and the princes' efforts, the ash dragon Kavariel still hasn't come back to Navafort. The dragon's absence unleashes a plague that unhinges the royal family and puts everyone Carine cares about at risk: her family, her friends, and...David. As death spreads throughout Esten, Carine and the princes battle stealthy creatures and journey deep into Navafort to unravel its mysteries, all the while shadowed by a mysterious girl from a foreign land. Desperate for an answer, Carine finds herself teetering precariously on the moral edge between good magic and bad, forced to make an impossible choice between the person she wants to be...and the person she loves. Perfect for readers of Gail Carson Levine, J.K. Rowling, C.S. Lewis, and Patricia C. Wrede. --- What is Death Dragon's Kiss rated? "There is no sexual content of any kind, but this book travels into coming-of-age range and feelings beyond the platonic are beginning to be explored, as are bigger, more serious themes and consequences of choices. Some scenes are intense, and death and devastation are more widely felt. Though the first book has a younger reader appeal, Death Dragon's Kiss moves solidly into middle grade, young-young adult range." -- Hall Ways Reviews REVIEWS: "I gobbled it up...The characters are complex, flawed, and realistically inconsistent; the plot is engrossing and character-driven; the magic system is thoroughly explored in a way that the first book didn't dare. T. K. Kiser doesn't shy away from dark themes and horrific moments, and yet manages to keep things appropriate for middle grade. Readers will love this!!" -- Studies in Storytelling "...Our three main characters went through some serious development. Oh my gosh I loved how they turned out." -- Melleny Smith "The story for this sequel took a completely new turn that gripped me early on...and made for a fun, exciting read. I highly recommend it for any lover of fantasy, dragons and magic. The series is full of twists and excitement." -- Sarah Foil "In this second book in The Manakor Chronicles series, main character Carine...recognizes that her magic (much like people do) has two main modes -- good and evil - and that the gray area between is sometimes difficult to navigate. Add to that the difficulties of being a teenager who may or may not be in love, and who has some self-doubt and feels unworthy and even inferior at times, and you have a believable protagonist, flaws and all. The story also reinforces to readers that doing the right thing is quite often not the easiest path to take and can be downright difficult. The struggles in the book are real." -- Hall Ways Reviews

    Author

    T.K. Kiser

    Theresa (T.K.) Kiser is the award-winning author of the fantasy adventure series The Manakor Chronicles for readers ages 10-14. THE MANAKOR CHRONICLES includes THE FIREBRAND LEGACY (Saint Pancratius Press, 2015), DEATH DRAGON'S KISS (Saint Pancratius Press, 2017), and *Third Book, Coming Soon!* [To stay in the loop for Book 3, sign up for her newsletter on her website, theresakiser.com]She is also the author of the board book A LITTLE CATHOLIC'S BOOK OF LITURGICAL COLORS. Kiser speaks for both youth and adult audiences on writing. She is also available for radio interviews, TV interviews, podcast interviews, speaking engagements, and school visits, and guest blogging. Use the contact page for inquiries. She is a speaker at schools and writing workshops online and in the Southeast US. Find her online on Facebook, Twitter, or theresakiser.com

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