Book Description from Back CoverWhen her older sister dies trying to prevent the theft of one of her people's great treasures, Scirye sets out to avenge her and recover the precious item. Helping her are Bayang, a dragon disguised as a Pinkerton agent; Leech, a boy with powers he has not yet discovered; and Leech's loyal companion Koko, who has a secret of his own. All have a grudge against the thieves who stole the treasure: the evil dragon Badik and the mysterious Mr. Roland.Scirye and her companions pursue the thieves to Houlani, a new Hawaiian island being created by magic. There they befriend Pele, the volatile and mercurial goddess of volcanoes. But even with Pele on their side, they may not be able to stop Mr. Roland from gaining what he seeks: the Five Lost Treasures of Emperor Yu. Together they will give him the power to alter the very fabric of the universe.... Comments from Back Cover"This first installment in a new trilogy introduces the characters ... and sends the intrepid band on a hair-raising quest.... Readers will be on tenterhooks awaiting the next episode of this exhilarating chase."-Booklist Background on Laurence YepLaurence Yep is the critically acclaimed author of more than sixty books for children and young adults, including two Newbery Honor Award winners: Dragonwings and Dragon's Gate. In 2005, he was the recipient of the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award from the American Library Association for a substantial and lasting contribution literature for children. Mr. Yep lives with his wife in Pacific Grove, California. |
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