Wings of Fire, the sleeping dragon, has awakened, threatening all of Fincayra. Only Merlin, whose magical powers are new and untested, can stop him. But before he can face the dragon's fires, Merlin needs to face other fires, including those within himself. Most importantly, he must discover the power—as well as the source—of his own magic.
T. A. Barron is an internationally bestselling author known for fantasy adventures that celebrate courage, wonder, and the natural world. His Merlin Saga has captivated millions of readers worldwide and is currently being developed for film. An award-winning writer and environmental advocate, Barron founded the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes and serves on several conservation and education boards. He lives in Colorado, where the landscape continues to shape his stories. View titles by T. A. Barron
“A novel rich with magic.”
The New York Times Book Review

“Brilliant first volume . . . an intense and profoundly spiritual adventure.”
Lloyd Alexander, Newbery Medal–winning author of The Chronicles of Prydain

“An extraordinary journey of mind, body, and spirit, for both Merlin and ourselves.”
Madeleine L’Engle, author of A Wrinkle in Time, and winner of the Newbery Medal

“Fans who have followed young Merlin through his many adventures will still enjoy trekking with him.”
The Horn Book

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Wings of Fire, the sleeping dragon, has awakened, threatening all of Fincayra. Only Merlin, whose magical powers are new and untested, can stop him. But before he can face the dragon's fires, Merlin needs to face other fires, including those within himself. Most importantly, he must discover the power—as well as the source—of his own magic.

Author

T. A. Barron is an internationally bestselling author known for fantasy adventures that celebrate courage, wonder, and the natural world. His Merlin Saga has captivated millions of readers worldwide and is currently being developed for film. An award-winning writer and environmental advocate, Barron founded the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes and serves on several conservation and education boards. He lives in Colorado, where the landscape continues to shape his stories. View titles by T. A. Barron

Praise

“A novel rich with magic.”
The New York Times Book Review

“Brilliant first volume . . . an intense and profoundly spiritual adventure.”
Lloyd Alexander, Newbery Medal–winning author of The Chronicles of Prydain

“An extraordinary journey of mind, body, and spirit, for both Merlin and ourselves.”
Madeleine L’Engle, author of A Wrinkle in Time, and winner of the Newbery Medal

“Fans who have followed young Merlin through his many adventures will still enjoy trekking with him.”
The Horn Book