Summary
Drake is an 8-year-old boy who is whisked away from his potato farm to become a Dragon Master for King Roland. At the castle, he meets other children who are also Dragon Masters. Each Dragon Master has their own dragon and a necklace with a part of the dragon stone inside. This stone helps each Dragon Master to connect with their dragon. Drake is the first Dragon Master to connect with his dragon, Worm. When they are connected, he can sometimes hear Worm’s thoughts.
Each Dragon Master finds out more about their dragon as they study with their wizard guide, Griffith. There is also an evil wizard named Maldred who uses dark magic to make dragons his slaves. Each of the Dragon Masters must learn more about their dragon to protect the kingdom. They also find many new dragons along the way.
(I have only read the first 5 books in the series. Currently, there are 18.)
Reading Level: 2nd grade (aimed at children 7-9)
Mom Thoughts
This series for young readers is full of adventure and excitement. However, if strong magical themes are not something you prefer in your home, then this is not the series for you. Dragons aside, there are frequent spells being cast, enchanted objects allowing special powers, as well as “dark magic.”
As mentioned above, I have only read the first 5 books in the series. So, while this review isn’t completely thorough, I feel it probably gives a good idea of the entire series. Thankfully, there are no language issues.
Questionable Behaviors: (For the first 5 books)
-The wizard, Griffith, lies to the king to keep the kids out of trouble.
-Rori, another Dragon Master, steals a key from a guard to open any door she wants.
-Drake lies to the king to keep Griffith out of trouble.
What is a bit troubling about these instances, besides the fact that they are not corrected, is that they are actually viewed in a positive light. While these things probably won’t turn your child into a liar or a thief, there is an underlying current of “the ends justify the means.” If your child does read this series, it would probably be a good idea to have a conversation about this way of thinking and how it’s different than what God calls us to do.
Agenda:
I was informed (and was shown the pages themselves as proof) that in book 22 the author starts using the pronouns they/them for a character named Val.
Rise of the Earth Dragon (#1)
Saving the Sun Dragon (#2)
Secret of the Water Dragon (#3)
Power of the Fire Dragon (#4)
Song of the Poison Dragon (#5)
There are currently a total of 18 Dragon Masters Books. These are the 5 I have read. To view more for purchase, please check with your favorite online bookseller.
