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The Lost Dragon of Roar

By Jenny McLachlan

Book 5 of 5 in the The Land of Roar series
thrilling imaginative humorous magical

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The Lost Dragon of Roar is a lively, imaginative fifth adventure this time sending Rose, Arthur and Win into danger with dragons, witches, ghosts and a particularly alarming pursuit. Jenny McLachlan balances page-turning peril with warmth, humour and strong friendships, making this a good choice for confident readers aged around 8–12 who enjoy magical quests and heroes with plenty of courage but no shortage of worries.

Genres

Fantasy Adventure Humour

What is The Lost Dragon of Roar about?

Rose, Arthur, and Win return to dragon school as official dragon riders, embarking on their first mission. Their adventure leads them to a cursed island inhabited by witches, a ghostly mystery, and the most formidable dragon in Roar. However, an unknown pursuer is close behind, adding to the suspense of their journey.

About the author

Jenny McLachlan is a popular British author who loves writing fun and exciting stories for children. She is best known for her magical book series 'The Land of Roar', where adventure and imagination come alive. Jenny enjoys visiting schools and sharing her love of books with young readers, inspiring them to create their own stories.

Discussion ideas around The Lost Dragon of Roar

Courage under pressure: Rose, Arthur and Win face frightening dangers on their mission. What do you think makes someone brave, and which character shows courage in the most interesting way?

Friendship and teamwork: How do the friends help one another when their plans go wrong, and what can their teamwork teach us about solving problems together?

Imagination and responsibility: Roar is a world shaped by imagination, but its dangers are real. When can imagination be exciting, and when might it need to be handled carefully?

Fearsome creatures: The story includes dragons, witches, ghosts and wolves. Which creature would you be most nervous to meet, and which might you try to understand rather than fear?

Choices and consequences: The characters must make difficult decisions while someone is following them. How should they decide what to do when every choice could affect their friends and their home?

Pages

288 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2026

First published

2019

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