BATTLE DRAGONS #1: CITY OF THIEVES

BATTLE DRAGONS #1: CITY OF THIEVES by Alex London

Release: September 21st 2021
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Scholastic
Source: Rockstar Book Tours
Find it at: Goodreads, Amazon, Kindle, Audible, B&N, iBooks, Kobo, TBD, Bookshop.org

In a modern mega-city built around dragons, one boy gets caught up in the world of underground dragon battles and a high-stakes gang war that could tear his family apart.

Once, dragons nearly drove themselves to extinction. But in the city of Drakopolis, humans domesticated them centuries ago. Now dragons haul the city’s cargo, taxi its bustling people between skyscrapers, and advertise its wares in bright, neon displays. Most famously of all, the dragons battle. Different breeds take to the skies in nighttime bouts between the infamous kins―criminal gangs who rule through violence and intimidation.

Abel has always loved dragons, but after a disastrous showing in his dragon rider’s exam, he’s destined never to fly one himself. All that changes the night his sister appears at his window, entrusting him with a secret…and a stolen dragon.

Turns out, his big sister is a dragon thief! Too bad his older brother is a rising star in Drakopolis law enforcement…

To protect his friends and his family, Abel must partner with the stolen beast, riding in kin battles and keeping more secrets than a dragon has scales.

When everyone wants him fighting on their side, can Abel figure out what’s worth fighting for?

About the Author:

ALEX LONDON is the author of over 25 books for children, teens, and adults with over 2 million copies sold. He’s the author of the middle grade Dog Tags, Tides of War, Wild Ones, and Accidental Adventures series, as well as two titles in The 39 Clues.

For young adults, he’s the author of the acclaimed cyberpunk duology Proxy, and the epic fantasy trilogy, The Skybound Saga. A former journalist covering refugee camps and conflict zones, he can now be found somewhere in Philadelphia, where he lives with his husband and daughter or online at

www.calexanderlondon.com.

BATTLE DRAGONS #1: CITY OF THIEVES Review:

Battle Dragons City of thieves is an exciting middle-grade novel with action and adventure, and I enjoyed reading it.

Firstly, I loved the magical world the author created. As soon as I started reading the story, I got transported into the world of dragons and wyverns. I loved the concept of Sky Knights, Red Talons, NERDS, and Thunder Wings. The author also tells the tell excitedly where something thrilling happens almost in every chapter. From the kinners searching for Lina to when they meet the Sunrise Reaper at the warehouse, there is never a dull moment in the tale. I particularly loved the scenes with the Widowmaker and the dragons. On a side note, I also loved the concept of OODA and decided to implement the saying in my daily life. The author also inserts complex words for younger readers to learn throughout the story, like pheromones and nonplussed, and executes it creatively.

Secondly, I liked the way the author portrayed Abel. You see Abel grow as a confident character as the story progresses. I enjoyed his interactions with his siblings Lina and Silas and the complex relationship they shared. Abel also shares a beautiful friendship with ROA, and I loved their scenes together. Let’s not forget the incredible moments he has had with Karak.

I also found Instructor Ally to be hilarious. What’s nice is how the characters also grow, and I liked how Ally’s relationship with Abel changed over the training. Even other casts like Topher, Shivonne, and Olus and were memorable. Similarly, even Fitz and Sax added well and spiced up the tale.

Overall, I enjoyed reading “City of Thieves” and thought it was an exciting start to the series.

Giveaway Details:

3 winners will win a finished copy of CITY OF THIEVES (Battle Dragons #1), US Only.

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