Adventurous Anya Tamarkin of Majadon lives near the capital, where the king’s castle oversees the port on the Otohosk Sea.

One peaceful afternoon, she wades in the Rusakov River and meets a boy and gentle dragon. Can it be trusted?

But soon the villages are thrown into chaos when a Siberian tiger is seen running off with what looks like a human infant dangling from its mouth. Is Majadon under attack? Should Anya and Max ask the dragon for help?

Endorsements Strange events are happening in Majadon, and Anya is determined to get to the bottom of it. Join this courageous girl on a daring adventure to Shadow Forest, full of surprises!

Kathy Wimbish, senior copywriter

A smart, adventurous story for today’s ravenous reader of fantasy and folktales. Enchanted forest? Check! Dragons? Check! Mighty girl? Double check! The ingredients are all here, just add readers.

Lisa Periale Martin, Librarian and Poet