Seraphina

A new vision of knights, dragons, and the fair maiden caught in between . . . Four decades of peace have done little to ease the mistrust between humans and dragons in the kingdom of Goredd. Folding themselves into human shape, dragons attend court as ambassadors, and lend their rational, mathematical minds to universities as scholars and teachers. As the treaty's anniversary draws near, however, tensions are high. Seraphina has reason to fear both sides. An unusually gifted musician, she joins the court just as a member of the royal family is murdered. While a sinister plot to destroy the peace is uncovered, Seraphina struggles to protect the secret behind her musical gift, one so terrible that its discovery could mean her very life. Seraphina's tortuous journey to self-acceptance will make a magical, indelible impression on its readers.

The hotly anticipated sequel to The New York Times bestseller Seraphina! A dragon war comes to Goredd in the much-anticipated sequel to the Governor General's Award-nominated novel Seraphina by Rachel Hartman. As Seraphina Dombegh travels the Southlands in search of the other half-dragons to help in the war effort, the dragon general Comonot and his Loyalists fight against the upstart Old Guard with the fate of Goredd and the other human countries hanging in the balance.

If I don't open every door to see what lies within, I'll miss an opportunity that might not come again. I stay busy day and night, through winter, fall, and spring. I crush my fear of missing out by doing EVERYTHING. Seraphina wants to do it all. And she does! From soccer to ballet to French club, her schedule is jam-packed. There are so many options and doors to walk through in life, and Seraphina doesn't want to miss a thing! So, if Seraphina is doing all the things she wants to do, why does she feel so blue? With help from her dad, Seraphina discovers that in trying to do everything, she is missing out on her favorite things.

Lyrical, imaginative, and wholly original, this New York Times bestseller with 8 starred reviews is not to be missed. Rachel Hartman’s award-winning debut will have you looking at dragons as you’ve never imagined them before… In the kingdom of Goredd, dragons and humans live and work side by side – while below the surface, tensions and hostility simmer. The newest member of the royal court, a uniquely gifted musician named Seraphina, holds a deep secret of her own. One that she guards with all of her being. When a member of the royal family is brutally murdered, Seraphina is drawn into the investigation alongside the dangerously perceptive—and dashing—Prince Lucien. But as the two uncover a sinister plot to destroy the wavering peace of the kingdom, Seraphina’s struggle to protect her secret becomes increasingly difficult… while its discovery could mean her very life. "Will appeal to both fans of Christopher Paolini’s Eragon series and Robin McKinley’s The Hero and the Crown." —Entertainment Weekly “[A] lush, intricately plotted fantasy.” —The Washington Post "Beautifully written. Some of the most interesting dragons I've read." —Christopher Paolini, New York Times bestselling author of Eragon

Seraphina lives in secret in the Great Library of Alexandria. Roman ambition clashes with Egyptian tradition for control of this ancient metropolis. The wonder of the city entices Seraphina, but nightmares from a forgotten past come to life. As mystery gives way to shocking revelations, the city hurtles towards war. Torn between the safety of her life in the library and fighting for her dreams, Seraphina must make a decision. Will she stand in defiance of her powerful enemies, or will she, like her city, be consumed by the flames of anger and conflict? The debut novel from Tiago De Silva, Reading Seraphina introduces a strong heroine in the spirit of Disney's Moana and Frozen, and is a charming addition to the great historical fiction tradition of Sharon Kay Penman, Philippa Gregory and Elizabeth Chadwick.

It’s Monday and time to get ready for school. But wait! Seraphina just woke up. There are so many things to do before she can be ready. She needs to eat her breakfast. She needs to get dressed. She needs to brush her teeth and wash her face. And she needs to ask questions. Lots and lots and LOTS of questions! You see, Seraphina loves to learn new things. So, she’s always asking her mommy questions. Why this? Why that? Why, Mommy? And that’s okay. Silly Seraphina isn’t really silly. She is smart and brimming with energy. But she does make her mommy laugh and sometimes groan with all her questions.

Following the riveting conclusion to Reading Seraphina, our hero sets sail on her next adventure. When an unexpected and violent turn befalls her, she finds herself fighting not only for her own freedom, but for the freedom of countless others. As fate and treachery takes her to far flung places across the vast Roman Republic and beyond, Seraphina must confront new fears and hostility to do what she knows is right in her heart. In a game of wits where the stakes are life or death, Seraphina learns who are her friends and foes, and leads a courageous charge towards that most basic human need and desire: freedom. A thrilling sequel to Tiago De Silva’s debut novel, Freeing Seraphina matures Seraphina into an adult who must stand tall as she learns not only about the machinations of the human world, but also begins a journey into a deeper, energetic universe.

Seraphina's Dream Adventure" brings readers inside Seraphina's imaginative world, where she is a dreamer who transforms the commonplace into the exceptional. Her flying swing and mystical jeepney excursions are captivating, but underneath the fantasies is a desire for a better life. The power of dreams, humility, and charity are demonstrated through the selfless transformations that result from the accidental discovery of an Enchanted Flute and 16 wishes. This endearing story encourages readers to pursue their aspirations and practise kindness by fusing fantasy with life lessons. Seraphina's journey is enchanting and inspirational, a must-read for those who think kindness and dream magic are real.