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The Dragon of Lonely Island #2
The Return of the Dragon
In the long-awaited follow-up to THE DRAGON OF LONELY ISLAND, three adventurous children find further intrigue on a tiny Maine island where a talkative three-headed dragon lives out its days.
With their parents off to London on a special trip, Hannah, Zachary, and Sarah Emily are thrilled to be going back to Aunt Mehitabel's house on Lonely Island. Though their favorite aunt can't join them, they know their tummies will soon be filled with Mrs. Jones's mouthwatering cookies and their minds full of Fafnyr, the fabulous creature they befriended last summer. The glittering three-headed dragon remains safely hidden in a cave high above the ocean, waiting for the children's return.
But is Fafnyr's hiding place safe? As the children nervously discover, a white yacht is now anchored off the private island, and a crew led by billionaire J. P. King has been scouring onshore, supposedly watching birds. The children have promised to keep Fafnyr's existence a secret, but it's hard to know if the smooth-talking Mr. King is friend or foe. Only Fafnyr's own stories can lead the Dragon Friends to the heart of the mystery, as they teach the children to think more clearly, to make the right decisions - and to discover what's worth fighting for.
With their parents off to London on a special trip, Hannah, Zachary, and Sarah Emily are thrilled to be going back to Aunt Mehitabel's house on Lonely Island. Though their favorite aunt can't join them, they know their tummies will soon be filled with Mrs. Jones's mouthwatering cookies and their minds full of Fafnyr, the fabulous creature they befriended last summer. The glittering three-headed dragon remains safely hidden in a cave high above the ocean, waiting for the children's return.
But is Fafnyr's hiding place safe? As the children nervously discover, a white yacht is now anchored off the private island, and a crew led by billionaire J. P. King has been scouring onshore, supposedly watching birds. The children have promised to keep Fafnyr's existence a secret, but it's hard to know if the smooth-talking Mr. King is friend or foe. Only Fafnyr's own stories can lead the Dragon Friends to the heart of the mystery, as they teach the children to think more clearly, to make the right decisions - and to discover what's worth fighting for.
160 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2005
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Rebecca Rupp
27 books36 followersRebecca Rupp is the author of SARAH SIMPSON'S RULES FOR LIVING, JOURNEY TO THE BLUE MOON, THE DRAGON OF LONELY ISLAND and THE RETURN OF THE DRAGON. She lives in Swanton, Vermont.
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January 9, 2018
The Return Of the Dragon
By: Rebecca Rupp
When Hanna, Zachary and Sarah Emily first came to Lonely Island with their mother, their great aunt Mehitabel couldn’t come because she broke her ankle. So she sent them a letter suggesting that they should explore Drakes hill in hopes that the children would ‘find something extraordinary.’ in the cave on Drakes hill. The children find what’s hidden in the cave. A beautiful, three-headed, golden dragon. Throughout the book the dragon, Fafnyr Goldenwings, tells the children stories from it’s memories about being kind, sharing and being brave. When the children come back to Lonely Island, eager to see Fafnyr, they find a white yacht accord by the shores, and a billionaire claims to be birdwatching. They suspect that he knows about Fafnyr, they know they need to stop him.
I got to see what it was like for the kids in the dragons stories, how they overcame their challenges, and learned how to be brave in their situations. I found this book a little slow a few times but I think it was necessary because they got to figure out how to handle Mr. King and keep Fafnyr safe. I liked every part of the book except that Mehitabel couldn’t stay with them, but I’m glad she got to share her intelligence with them. I very much agree with the author's perspective and how she looked at things, and made the dragon very smart and kind not rude and like a animal. I myself am writing a book with a dragon or two in it, and I made the dragons in my book intelligent like Fafnyr is, and kind. Because it’s how you connect with the characters in the book, without it the book would be bland and not very exciting, and I wouldn’t know how they think or feel about these situations. The book made me feel really good. Reading these stories helped me learn more about myself and taught me lessons on how to be brave, kind, and about sharing.
In the book Fanfyrs three heads tell three different stories. Each one tells a different story but they all mean the same thing. The stories tell us that we have to look at things in a different way and not just believe in rumors and myths. Because we don’t always see the big picture just a part of the story. Sometimes we are scared because we don’t have the whole picture. But it’s okay to be scared, strength can be found within.
By: Rebecca Rupp
When Hanna, Zachary and Sarah Emily first came to Lonely Island with their mother, their great aunt Mehitabel couldn’t come because she broke her ankle. So she sent them a letter suggesting that they should explore Drakes hill in hopes that the children would ‘find something extraordinary.’ in the cave on Drakes hill. The children find what’s hidden in the cave. A beautiful, three-headed, golden dragon. Throughout the book the dragon, Fafnyr Goldenwings, tells the children stories from it’s memories about being kind, sharing and being brave. When the children come back to Lonely Island, eager to see Fafnyr, they find a white yacht accord by the shores, and a billionaire claims to be birdwatching. They suspect that he knows about Fafnyr, they know they need to stop him.
I got to see what it was like for the kids in the dragons stories, how they overcame their challenges, and learned how to be brave in their situations. I found this book a little slow a few times but I think it was necessary because they got to figure out how to handle Mr. King and keep Fafnyr safe. I liked every part of the book except that Mehitabel couldn’t stay with them, but I’m glad she got to share her intelligence with them. I very much agree with the author's perspective and how she looked at things, and made the dragon very smart and kind not rude and like a animal. I myself am writing a book with a dragon or two in it, and I made the dragons in my book intelligent like Fafnyr is, and kind. Because it’s how you connect with the characters in the book, without it the book would be bland and not very exciting, and I wouldn’t know how they think or feel about these situations. The book made me feel really good. Reading these stories helped me learn more about myself and taught me lessons on how to be brave, kind, and about sharing.
In the book Fanfyrs three heads tell three different stories. Each one tells a different story but they all mean the same thing. The stories tell us that we have to look at things in a different way and not just believe in rumors and myths. Because we don’t always see the big picture just a part of the story. Sometimes we are scared because we don’t have the whole picture. But it’s okay to be scared, strength can be found within.
September 26, 2018
My daughter and I had the best time reading this series together. She'd read it last year in school, and couldn't wait to share it with me. I think my favorite part was reading this together and seeing her get excited for me to discover what was next in the story.
October 8, 2013
Wheras the last book, The Dragon of Lonely Island was a collection of stories with various life lessons for the three children, this book is a bit more focused. A millionaire has stopped at Lonely Island while the children are there on vacation and seems sure that there is something on the island. Out of worry for Fafnyr, the children are trying to decide who to trust, what to do with their uncertainty and what to fight for; fortunately for them, Fafnyr's stories this time around deal with similar themes.
Again, a great story with fun life lessons, and though a little darker this time, the trip to Lonely Island is still a nice adventure with our favorite tri-drake. (And a really fast read; as I picked this up at the library, had about an hour wait that I needed to fill time, and almost finished the book with just one chapter left!)
Content notes: no language or sensuality issues. Some perilous situations, though nearly everytime everyone makes it out with mendable wounds.
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September 15, 2022Au Revoir. Until we meet again.
But we won't get to again, will we? There aren't any more books following this wonderful series, but it was especially memorable and will hold a special place in my heart!
This book had stories with impactful meanings, but unlike the first one, it was not so clear cut, there was no "right" answer, which I think was a great message to send young readers as they grow up facing problems that have no clear cut answers.
A great quote from the book: "When confronted with a problem, one studies the alternatives, selects the best solution, and proceeds with it."
But we won't get to again, will we? There aren't any more books following this wonderful series, but it was especially memorable and will hold a special place in my heart!
This book had stories with impactful meanings, but unlike the first one, it was not so clear cut, there was no "right" answer, which I think was a great message to send young readers as they grow up facing problems that have no clear cut answers.
A great quote from the book: "When confronted with a problem, one studies the alternatives, selects the best solution, and proceeds with it."
August 5, 2020
Au Revoir. Until we meet again.
But we won't get to again, will we? There aren't any more books following this wonderful series, but it was especially memorable and will hold a special place in my heart!
This book had stories with impactful meanings, but unlike the first one, it was not so clear cut, there was no "right" answer, which I think was a great message to send young readers as they grow up facing problems that have no clear cut answers.
A great quote from the book imo, was "When confronted with a problem, one studies the alternatives, selects the best solution, and proceeds with it."
But we won't get to again, will we? There aren't any more books following this wonderful series, but it was especially memorable and will hold a special place in my heart!
This book had stories with impactful meanings, but unlike the first one, it was not so clear cut, there was no "right" answer, which I think was a great message to send young readers as they grow up facing problems that have no clear cut answers.
A great quote from the book imo, was "When confronted with a problem, one studies the alternatives, selects the best solution, and proceeds with it."
October 26, 2021
A delightful return to Lonely Island and the wisdom of Fafnyr Goldenwings. This story is as delightful as the first, though it lacks the depth of the first. The children are struggling to learn the limits of responsibility, but there is less profound character wisdom, and the stories Fafnyr tells did not strike me as forcefully as in the first book.
Nevertheless, this is a delightful follow-up and a must read for those who enjoyed the Dragon of Lonely Island.
Nevertheless, this is a delightful follow-up and a must read for those who enjoyed the Dragon of Lonely Island.
February 10, 2024
The first book in the series focused on the discovery of the dragon as well as self-discovery. In this second installment, an unexpected visitor comes to the island, and the children question what this means for themselves and the dragon and how to navigate it.
November 9, 2018
It's a kids book, but it's not a horrible read. Besides, I love dragons! :)
October 14, 2019
I missed this book so much... It's a little dated, and a little poorly edited (just on a syntactical level), but it's very sweet and I'm glad to have reread the series.
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June 13, 2020this book was fun and interesting. I liked it when they found out who the person looking for the dragon was. I liked the stories and messages.
July 25, 2022
Awesome
April 24, 2016
This was a great book but while the lessons are kind of standard like being brave and things like that but they are presented in great stories that uses the lessons in great ways that are not seen often. Also I was proud that the book is not afraid to go to dark times like the slavery south to explore these messages.
However my only criticism is that the dragon really does not do much and I wish the children and the dragon interact more often and I hope their is a sequel where the dragon actually does more then just be a storyteller.
However my only criticism is that the dragon really does not do much and I wish the children and the dragon interact more often and I hope their is a sequel where the dragon actually does more then just be a storyteller.
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August 7, 2013
This a children's book, clean, no bad language, no violence, or sex, kindle. The second book on the 'Lonely Island' series does a delightful job of showing life lessons in a wonderful setting. The dragon has three heads and three stories to tell, Hanna, Zacrey, and Sarah Emily have wonderful adventures withwith Fafnyr, the three-headed dragon.
August 30, 2013
This a children's book, clean, no bad language, no violence, or sex, kindle. The second book on the 'Lonely Island' series does a delightful job of showing life lessons in a wonderful setting. The dragon has three heads and three stories to tell, Hanna, Zacrey, and Sarah Emily have wonderful adventures with Fafnyr, the three-headed dragon.
December 5, 2013
My 8 year old son loves this story. He read it in class and came home asking if he could buy it for his kindle. Of course, I would never say no about reading. Thanks for writing a book that is so engaging and makes children want to read. Age appropriate and exciting is a hard combination some times especially for little boys.
November 24, 2008
This book was well written. I just wanted the dragon to do what dragons do--breath fire and eat people. This three-headed dragon was too well mannered, baked bread, and was a vegetarian. Good Grief. Much like wussy vampires that only drink animal blood.
September 20, 2012
great sequel to the dragon of lonely island, the kids come back to vist their dragon friend and learn even more important lessons as they try and succeed on saving their friend from potiential disaster when an unwelcomed person shows up...
August 23, 2022
Vivid writing and a much anticipated sequel.
July 3, 2010
I was fasanated how Rupp wrote it.
October 28, 2010
I liked this book. It was a cute read and would be great for children of all ages. I learned that just beacuse something seems like it may be bad dose not mean that it will still turn out that way.
October 2, 2011
I'm pretty sure this is the last book in the series and if there is an another book, I would be so excited!!!
March 30, 2012
this is one of the best books i have ever read if you like dragon storys you will love this book\
October 11, 2015
Incredibly, in the face of danger, the dragon still sleeps a lot, only taking breaks to tell stories.
October 25, 2016
My opinion of this book is the same as the first ... overuse of the word "said" by the characters, but the dragon's stories were mesmerizing.
March 11, 2020
Same as the first: A pretty fun book, but kind of preachy without any of the deep questions I relish. It’s perfectly clean.
December 27, 2010
Just as adorable as the first.
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