Why read Three Tasks for a Dragon?

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Illustrated in a sophisticated muted palette, this is a classic quest story with a modern twist from two Irish Children's Laureates.

After his father's death, Prince Lir is tricked into embarking on a perilous quest to rescue a maiden from a dragon. The studious young prince is no warrior, but…

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Why read it?

1 author picked Three Tasks for a Dragon as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Lois Wickstrom

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First, I’m a fan of Eoin Colfer. He’s always adept at playing against expected stereotypes.

This time, he’s got a prince who is devoid of traditional royal skills. And a princess, who wasn’t born royal. And a dragon, who doesn’t live up to expectations either.

This story reminds me of a quote from the TV show In Living Color – “I will not comply with even reasonable requests.”

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