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Cross-eyed Dragon Troubles: A Young Adult Fantasy with Dragons Kindle Edition

by Gloria Oliver (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 11 ratings
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A new girl in a magic school. A squire and his cross-eyed dragon. A secret that could save or doom them all…

Talia has no clue about her future. Unable to pick an apprenticeship in her beloved village, the uncertain fifteen-year-old is dismayed when her parents spend precious money sending her to a far-off magic school. Not knowing what to expect, she watches in horrified amazement as a young man and his dragon fall from the sky and survive, then claim they’re her transport.

As Talia arrives at the institution only to be left to figure things out on her own, she learns the squire and his scaly companion are infamous for failing to complete their mental bond. And as she grows closer to the strange duo, the inexperienced teen plunges into the middle of chaos, explosive misunderstandings, and a life-altering secret.

Will finally discovering her place lead to danger, or a home she never imagined?

Cross-eyed Dragon Troubles is a lively YA fantasy novel. If you like curious heroines, odd characters, and magical mayhem, then you’ll love Gloria Oliver’s heartwarming adventure.

Buy Cross-eyed Dragon Troubles to soar into fate today!

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  1. Reading age
    11 - 18 years
  2. Print length
    454 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    May 30, 2019
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★★★★.5 - If you enjoyed Mercedes Lackey's Herald Mages, the Harperhall trilogy of Pern, the Casts' Marked series, or yes, Harry Potter, you simply need this in your collection. - Amanda Killgore - Eternal Night Reviews (1st Edition)

★★★★★ - This is a tale that will delight readers of all ages that love a good fantasy set in an unknown world with all the magic and mayhem of a well told story. This book is highly recommended by two avid readers of Fantasy and Science Fiction. - Joan McNulty Pulver and Margaret I Carr - From the Editor's Desk (1st edition)

★★★★★ - Cross-Eyed Dragon Troubles by Gloria Oliver is a marvelous read! The author has created a boarding school in a magical world that could be the envy of Hogwarts. - Janie Franz - MyShelf.com (1st Edition)

From the Back Cover

Talia didn't want to be apprenticed, not even to the prestigious Dragon Knight's Guild.

She's taken to the school by a cross-eyed dragon and his partner, Kel. A dizzying, madcap ride which leaves her less than eager to be a knight, but soon she finds out the guild needs many types of people. Running into the dragon and squire again and again, she comes to realize the unlikely pair are outsiders in their own school. They were participants in the dragon-human pairing ritual, but it didn't work quite as intended. They are also stubborn loners, determined to overcome the obstacles in their path and make a proper pair. Or are they?

As Talia's first year at the guild evolves, she must deal with the Administrator's quirks, her lessons, the growing mystery of Clarence and Kel, and somewhere in there, possibly decide what it is she wants for her future.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07SHD21MX
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dimension Palace Publishing; 2nd edition (May 30, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 30, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3155 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 454 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 11 ratings

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Gloria Oliver lives in Texas, making sure to stay away from rolling tumbleweeds, freak storms, and bowing to the wishes of her feline and canine masters.

She is the author of nine published novels in the genres of fantasy, YA fantasy, urban fantasy, science fiction, and cozy mysteries. Her first historical cozy mystery series debuted in June 2021. Her second series, the Discoveries of Julia Xero—urban fantasy thrillers, will hit shelves on Jul 2023.

Gloria is also a member in good standing with BroadUniverse but hasn't yet made it onto the list for Cat Slaves R Us.

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4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
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Startime
5.0 out of 5 stars A dragon
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2023
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Great young adult fantasy. How can a cross eyed dragon even fly? Talia, new student of the Dragon Knights guild, arrives on Clarence, the cross eyed dragon, and wonders why anyone would want to ride a dragon. Will she eventually realize the thrill of dragon riding?
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WhiteQueen45
4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful story - hopefully with a sequel
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2021
As an older person I enjoy a well-written YA adventure or fantasy, such as this one. Talia leaves her village and is apprenticed to the Dragon Knight Guild, and the story follows the interesting test she undergoes and life during her first year. It was easy to like her friends and Kel and Clarence, the cross-eyed dragon who can't fly straight, and there of course were various problems to be overcome and lessons to be learned. I very much enjoyed the good writing, full descriptions of the school, teachers and students, and the unique aspects of this world.! Here, dragons volunteer to partner for life with a human, in order to avoid the dreadful wars which nearly wiped them out in days gone by. Some revelations occur near the end, indicating, I would think, a sequel, which I would certainly welcome.
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Di Kecap
5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely worth reading
Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2021
Heartwarming fantasy story about growing up, friendship and loyality. Talia left her parents to be apprentice in Dragon Knight Guild and find herself emerged in adventure of a lifetime. I enjoyed the well written, intruiging and interesting story, could not put it down till the end which promises equally intriguing sequel. I say bring it on.
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Kuzlin
5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful dragon fantasy story!
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2023
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Are you a fan of Harry Potter? Dragonriders of Pern? Although this novel is listed as YA Fantasy, reading it should delight fantasy fans of all ages. Talia's parents are sending her off to the Dragonriders Guild School for apprenticeship training, something that is not available in her small home village. But her madcap voyage there on the back of a cross-eyed dragon, Clarence, does not inspire confidence in her future. Learning her way around a new school, making new friends, and adapting to the strange lessons and classes all are a challenge for Talia. But are there secrets to the school that no one is discussing, and what's with the frequent crash landings of Clarence and his rider, Kel. This was an enjoyable read with magic, dragons, treachery and battles...a story which once started, I spent the afternoon finishing it. I hope there is a sequel sometime in the near future, because I would love to know how Talia, Kel and Clarence are faring.
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