First published 2007
When Jake stumbles upon a newborn dragon in Smokehill National Park, he faces a gut-wrenching choice: let the fragile creature perish, or risk everything to give it a chance at life. As the last stronghold for the endangered draco australiensis, the park teeters on the edge of closure, its very existence threatened by those who see the dragons as dangerous liabilities. Now, Jake must conceal the hatchling, outwit park officials, and uncover the truth behind a deadly poacher's attack - all while wrestling with the weight of his decision and its far-reaching consequences.
Genres: animals, adventure, fantasy, dragons
Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, secrets
Setting: Smokehill National Park
342 pages · Hardcover · G.P. Putnam's Sons