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“From the author of The Last Unicorn comes a new fairytale for all ages. With a dragon exterminator turned unwilling hero, headstrong princess, seemingly incompetent prince, cruel king, and evil wizard, Beagle weaves a new family friendly fantasy with wit. This will a great bed-time story for young and old alike.”
— Yvonne • Author's Note
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“The king dragons of old haven’t been seen in a hot minute, and the dragons that remain are more akin to slightly more dangerous raccoons. It’s Robert’s job to exterminate these pests, a job he hates almost as much as he loves the creatures. His skills are called upon to rid the local palace of a severe infestation, putting him squarely in the middle of a weird little marriage/ princely plot. The adventures that follow are tumultuous and deeply entertaining. This is a classic fantasy adventure. Beagle infuses this tale with love and a sense of humor. It is all about the importance of being soft, even when it would be easier to be protected by a hard shell. I fell in love with this story, and hope you will too. Your name”
— Izzy • Off the Beaten Path
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“Beagle has crafted a humorous story full of dangers, daring adventures, deadly dragons, and a dark wizard. I'm Afraid You've Got Dragons is a fairytale-esque fantasy with a reluctant dragon hunter, a hesitant prince, and a stubborn princess who set out on a quest they aren't quite prepared for. This story is full of dry, witty humor and odd, whimsical turns that balance out the dangers that arise and the roles in which characters are cast. This was a charming story and a fun read! But be aware, readers - horses and dragons were harmed in the making of this book. The audiobook was fun to listen to! Shaun Taylor-Corbett does a fantastic job narrating. ”
— Anna Rose • The Well-Read Moose
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“Whimsical, cozy, sweet and wholesome are the words Roxy uses to describe this book. Gaius Aurelius Constantine Heliogabulus Thrax (though he'd much rather be called Robert) inherited the family business of dragon catcher / exterminator. But Robert has bigger dreams above his station to become a prince's valet. Thus begins an adventure that will take him far beyond becoming a valet. Joined by a delightful cast of characters, including a princess, prince, friends and - of course - dragons, Robert and those around him learn they are capable of anything, not matter who or what they were born as. Content Warning: dragon death 😢 Narrator Shaun Taylor-Corbett absolutely nails the character voices, adding so much whimsy to the audiobook. ”
— Roxy • Dog-Eared Books
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“This was just an absolutely wonderful story to listen to! It has pesky little dragons and reluctant knights. It has cynical princesses and tyrannical wizards. It’s a fantastic and satisfying adventure story in which loads of exciting things happen and everyone gets what they deserve in the end. If you’re looking for lighthearted and magical escapism, here’s your ticket. ”
— Krissy • The Homer Bookstore
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“Both whimsical and dark, this trope-filled fantasy novel will satisfy many fantasy readers. There's a commoner who wishes only for a simple life, an evil wizard hell-bent on revenge, a princess stubbornly looking for love, and a prince driven by an overbearing father, plus plenty of dragons! ”
— Kristine • Buttonwood Books and Toys
A USA TODAY bestseller
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Last Unicorn comes a new novel with equal amounts of power and whimsy in which a loveable cast of characters trapped within their roles of dragon hunter, princess, and more must come together to take their fates into their own hands.
Dragons are common in the backwater kingdom of Bellemontagne, coming in sizes from mouse-like vermin all the way up to castle-smashing monsters. Gaius Aurelius Constantine Heliogabalus Thrax (who would much rather people call him Robert) has recently inherited his deceased dad’s job as a dragon catcher/exterminator, a career he detests with all his heart in part because he likes dragons, feeling a kinship with them, but mainly because his dream has always been the impossible one of transcending his humble origin to someday become a prince’s valet. Needless to say, fate has something rather different in mind…
Peter Beagle, noted author and screenwriter, is a recipient of the prestigious Hugo, Nebula, Locus, and Mythopoeic Awards, and a World Fantasy and Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America 2018 Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master, among other literary achievements. He has given generations of readers the magic of unicorns, haunted cemeteries, lascivious trees, and disgruntled gods. A beloved author, his best-known work is The Last Unicorn.
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Audiobook details
Author:
Peter S. Beagle
Narrator:
Shaun Taylor-Corbett
ISBN:
9781797175546
Length:
8 hours 1 minute
Language:
English
Publisher:
Simon & Schuster Audio
Publication date:
May 14, 2024
Edition:
Unabridged
Libro.fm rank:
#386 Overall
Genre rank:
#68 in Fantasy