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And They Found Dragons #3
Rise of the Light Bringer
It is said a child will lead them. But lead them where?
Jack is just 12, born on an Ark orbiting Earth among 169 survivors of a global apocalypse who eagerly await the planet's restoration so they can return to the surface. With supplies dangerously low, the time for waiting is over. Humanity must return now or die among the stars.
Unfortunately there is a problem. A big one. Dragons have inexplicably risen from Earth's ashes. Worse, they emit a global toxin deadly to all over the age of puberty. After much debate, the Ark's leaders realize that humanity's only hope is to send teams of specially trained children to hunt and eliminate the dragon queen.
But Jack is frail and deemed unworthy for the dangerous mission.
So begins a tale leads readers, young and old alike, on a journey with Jack, the child who will lead them all in the most unlikely of ways. A journey to an Earth they could not have imagined. An Earth where humanity's fear takes physical form as dragons that can only be defeated through a love that casts out all fear.
Jack is just 12, born on an Ark orbiting Earth among 169 survivors of a global apocalypse who eagerly await the planet's restoration so they can return to the surface. With supplies dangerously low, the time for waiting is over. Humanity must return now or die among the stars.
Unfortunately there is a problem. A big one. Dragons have inexplicably risen from Earth's ashes. Worse, they emit a global toxin deadly to all over the age of puberty. After much debate, the Ark's leaders realize that humanity's only hope is to send teams of specially trained children to hunt and eliminate the dragon queen.
But Jack is frail and deemed unworthy for the dangerous mission.
So begins a tale leads readers, young and old alike, on a journey with Jack, the child who will lead them all in the most unlikely of ways. A journey to an Earth they could not have imagined. An Earth where humanity's fear takes physical form as dragons that can only be defeated through a love that casts out all fear.
196 pages, Paperback
Published November 9, 2021
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Ted Dekker
192 books9,956 followersTed Dekker is known for novels that combine adrenaline-laced stories with unexpected plot twists, unforgettable characters, and incredible confrontations between good and evil. Ted lives in Austin with his wife LeeAnn and their four children.
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June 3, 2024
2.5 stars. My oldest really loves this series and asked me to read them. I was not very impressed. Ted Dekker's older/original books are some of my favorites, and the deep messages are always subtle, yet powerful. It seems like the authors believe that in order to get a point across to kids, they have to spell it out over and over and over again.
June 16, 2022
I really enjoyed this whole trilogy by Ted and Rachelle Dekker. Dragons, light vs. darkness, and showing God's love. A really great middle grade trilogy that kept me hooked til the ending.
March 2, 2024
Great conclusion! This book had the most twists and kept us guessing. It also contained the most spiritual content and allegory of Christ.
Whole Trilogy Review:
This trilogy reads like 1 book but is split into 3 for young readers (can not be read as stand-alone novels or out of order). I would recommend this book for 10 years and up *** with a content warning of mature topics like death, substances that influence people's behavior, and a character that represents Satan.*** Overall, this book focused on truth, freedom, and love rather than over emphasizing spiritual warfare or sin. It is written simply and easy for young readers. The plot and writing would probably be too simplistic for an older teen to enjoy as intended. My 10-year-old fantasy obsessed reader loved the last 2 books!!
Whole Trilogy Review:
This trilogy reads like 1 book but is split into 3 for young readers (can not be read as stand-alone novels or out of order). I would recommend this book for 10 years and up *** with a content warning of mature topics like death, substances that influence people's behavior, and a character that represents Satan.*** Overall, this book focused on truth, freedom, and love rather than over emphasizing spiritual warfare or sin. It is written simply and easy for young readers. The plot and writing would probably be too simplistic for an older teen to enjoy as intended. My 10-year-old fantasy obsessed reader loved the last 2 books!!
July 15, 2025
Another book just to suck me in like the dragon of lies sucking others into its lies. The red dragon king is like Satan and the silver dragon king is like God.
Jack starts falling for the red dragons lies after he keeps drinking the milk from it. His eyes are clouded over like Sammy’s as well and all the villagers but still, he continues to hear the still small voice of his mother’s teachings about real and true love of God. That helps keep him focused on the truth and light in the darkness. Much like we should as Christians.
Jack starts falling for the red dragons lies after he keeps drinking the milk from it. His eyes are clouded over like Sammy’s as well and all the villagers but still, he continues to hear the still small voice of his mother’s teachings about real and true love of God. That helps keep him focused on the truth and light in the darkness. Much like we should as Christians.
November 16, 2021
The final book of And They Found Dragons begins with the future of humanity teetering on the brink. All earth-bound humanity is under the subjugation of the Reds, a race of dragons that were literally formed by human fear. Jack Solomon was sent with a team from the space station to kill the dragons, not knowing what they were or why they had taken over earth. He’s since discovered that they cannot be physically killed, but he has been given a plan—one that will require sacrifice.
The Dekkers portray a post-apocalyptic world that’s not unlike the rather-apocalyptic world we live in today. Consumed by fear. Driven by lust and power. Slaves to our dragons. It’s evocative imagery that provokes important questions. What are our dragons? What fears do we live in that consume us? How can we live free of fear and completely in the light? This imagery is something the Dekkers have long been developing. I could point to any number of previous books—Ted Dekker’s non-fiction The Way of Love among them—that ask these questions and contemplate answers. It can be a bit heady for the age range the Dekkers are seeking with these books, but Ted and Rachelle have faith that kids are smart and up to the challenge. That they, in their childlikeness, will understand the message more clearly than adults who have spent years in darkness. That’s the premise of the book after all.
Rise of the Light Bringer ends—spoilers— The world has been destroyed by fear. Fear of disease. Fear of government. Fear of financial instability. Fear of control. It’s been destroyed by well-founded fears and ridiculous fears. Fear has caused humans to act in ways that are judgmental, harmful, destructive, and unloving. The Dekkers are taking their appeal to the next generation: Slay the dragons of adult creation and be lovers of the light, in whom there is no fear.
The Dekkers portray a post-apocalyptic world that’s not unlike the rather-apocalyptic world we live in today. Consumed by fear. Driven by lust and power. Slaves to our dragons. It’s evocative imagery that provokes important questions. What are our dragons? What fears do we live in that consume us? How can we live free of fear and completely in the light? This imagery is something the Dekkers have long been developing. I could point to any number of previous books—Ted Dekker’s non-fiction The Way of Love among them—that ask these questions and contemplate answers. It can be a bit heady for the age range the Dekkers are seeking with these books, but Ted and Rachelle have faith that kids are smart and up to the challenge. That they, in their childlikeness, will understand the message more clearly than adults who have spent years in darkness. That’s the premise of the book after all.
Rise of the Light Bringer ends—spoilers— The world has been destroyed by fear. Fear of disease. Fear of government. Fear of financial instability. Fear of control. It’s been destroyed by well-founded fears and ridiculous fears. Fear has caused humans to act in ways that are judgmental, harmful, destructive, and unloving. The Dekkers are taking their appeal to the next generation: Slay the dragons of adult creation and be lovers of the light, in whom there is no fear.
August 31, 2022
It was a very epic and satisfying end to the whole trilogy. The lessons continued to be great. The redemption of a few characters was fun to see. And there was a good amount of action!
🚨 Spoilers ahead 🚨
Fave Chapter:
I don’t remember the exact number but my favorite chapter would have to be when Jack got to sit and talk with Yeshua. It gave me all the warm and fuzzy feelings 🥺
Fave Character:
Jack
I felt for him and all the pressure he had in his mission. But I particularly liked seeing his transformations throughout the book. Specifically his transformation of having his mother’s faith in Yeshua to having his OWN faith in Yeshua. That was cool to see.
Ship:
No ship in this one 😝 Dr. Alexander truly died. And so did Marco and Miguel! That was a bit surprising too. I thought they were gonna show up again and be fine. But apparently when Ted Dekker kills off characters, he means it! Well… unless it’s the main protagonist. I can think of at least 2 books where the main guy died like 3 times and came back 🤣
🚨 Spoilers ahead 🚨
Fave Chapter:
I don’t remember the exact number but my favorite chapter would have to be when Jack got to sit and talk with Yeshua. It gave me all the warm and fuzzy feelings 🥺
Fave Character:
Jack
I felt for him and all the pressure he had in his mission. But I particularly liked seeing his transformations throughout the book. Specifically his transformation of having his mother’s faith in Yeshua to having his OWN faith in Yeshua. That was cool to see.
Ship:
No ship in this one 😝 Dr. Alexander truly died. And so did Marco and Miguel! That was a bit surprising too. I thought they were gonna show up again and be fine. But apparently when Ted Dekker kills off characters, he means it! Well… unless it’s the main protagonist. I can think of at least 2 books where the main guy died like 3 times and came back 🤣
February 1, 2022
YESS YES YESS!
Everything about this trilogy has been so interesting and unique. It is set in a post-apocalyptic world and then there is the smash of sci-fi and fantasy! It's brimming with creativity and imagination.
Then, there is the battle of light vs. dark and the deepness of our Yeshua's truths.
So good!
Everything about this trilogy has been so interesting and unique. It is set in a post-apocalyptic world and then there is the smash of sci-fi and fantasy! It's brimming with creativity and imagination.
Then, there is the battle of light vs. dark and the deepness of our Yeshua's truths.
So good!
December 1, 2025
This is a clean Middle Grade fantasy series with a very intriguing plot. If you're a middle grader, and you like dragons, then this is the book series for you.
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April 19, 2022
Great series for young and old alike!
January 17, 2024
Great ending!
February 3, 2024
Stayed up last night to read this because i couldn't wait to finish the series.
Love the wrap-up of these books and makes me VERY happy how everything tied together.
Love the wrap-up of these books and makes me VERY happy how everything tied together.
January 13, 2025
Read to my 10 year old.
August 18, 2024
Resolved and my boys enjoyed it. It’s not the best writing…I felt like I was constantly editing in my head while reading but a meaningful story nonetheless.
September 17, 2025
You guessed it! RTC (I’ll write all my reviews soon I promise)
September 7, 2024
I can’t wait to get to the next 3! These books in this series have been such a fun break for me. Not just for kids!! Adults can enjoy these too!!
December 20, 2023
Plot: 4/5
Pacing: 5/5
Writing: 3.5/5
Characters: 4/5
General Enjoyment: 4.5/5
Average: 4.2 stars, rounded down
I read this whole book in one sitting- it was an incredible end to the trilogy! I loved the beautiful symbolism and the ending was absolutely perfect. Jack grew to become a very strong character, though I do wish he’d been given a bit more depth. I loved his encounters with Yeshua (the title used for Jesus in this series) and thought the love versus fear theme was very powerful.
That leads into the one real critique I have for this series- it seemed like the authors weren’t sure what age group they wanted to make this for. For the most part, it seemed like a lower middle grade series, but there were some intense moments that I feel like could have made an incredible lower YA series. It almost felt too short to me, but maybe that’s just because I can see the potential in making this series into a longer YA series.
But that detail aside, this was a great, fun series for young kids (I’d say 8+) who love Narnia, the Wingfeather Saga, or Christian fantasy in general. I had a fun time with this series, so definitely give it a try if you think you might enjoy it!
Other Reviews:
"The Boy Who Fell From the Stars"
"Journey to the Silver Towers"
Pacing: 5/5
Writing: 3.5/5
Characters: 4/5
General Enjoyment: 4.5/5
Average: 4.2 stars, rounded down
I read this whole book in one sitting- it was an incredible end to the trilogy! I loved the beautiful symbolism and the ending was absolutely perfect. Jack grew to become a very strong character, though I do wish he’d been given a bit more depth. I loved his encounters with Yeshua (the title used for Jesus in this series) and thought the love versus fear theme was very powerful.
That leads into the one real critique I have for this series- it seemed like the authors weren’t sure what age group they wanted to make this for. For the most part, it seemed like a lower middle grade series, but there were some intense moments that I feel like could have made an incredible lower YA series. It almost felt too short to me, but maybe that’s just because I can see the potential in making this series into a longer YA series.
But that detail aside, this was a great, fun series for young kids (I’d say 8+) who love Narnia, the Wingfeather Saga, or Christian fantasy in general. I had a fun time with this series, so definitely give it a try if you think you might enjoy it!
Other Reviews:
"The Boy Who Fell From the Stars"
"Journey to the Silver Towers"
July 5, 2023
Sadly a clean, thrilling Christian MG trilogy is ruined by bad theology. A few big things that bothered me, mostly from one scene where "Yeshua" comes to Jack include the following:
1) The fact that "Yeshua" appears at all felt wrong.
2) Yeshua sounds more like a Buddhist or New Age philosopher using some Christian lingo than the Jesus we read about in the Bible.
3)It seems like Jack has come to faith and has fully embraced Yeshua as Lord. But there are hardly any direct parallels to Jack's "salvation" and what true salvation looks like, only gray hints.
4) There is never any mention of sin, only this obsession about love vs. fear instead of the evil that lives in everyone's hearts. The people that have embraced the enemy have embraced fear and only because they don't know any better or have not been shown Yeshua.
5) I was getting some prosperity gospel vibes.
6) Yeshua makes a comment that isn't clear whether he is saying he has many good and biblical names, OR if it doesn't matter if you call him Allah, Buddha, or whatever god.
1) The fact that "Yeshua" appears at all felt wrong.
2) Yeshua sounds more like a Buddhist or New Age philosopher using some Christian lingo than the Jesus we read about in the Bible.
3)It seems like Jack has come to faith and has fully embraced Yeshua as Lord. But there are hardly any direct parallels to Jack's "salvation" and what true salvation looks like, only gray hints.
4) There is never any mention of sin, only this obsession about love vs. fear instead of the evil that lives in everyone's hearts. The people that have embraced the enemy have embraced fear and only because they don't know any better or have not been shown Yeshua.
5) I was getting some prosperity gospel vibes.
6) Yeshua makes a comment that isn't clear whether he is saying he has many good and biblical names, OR if it doesn't matter if you call him Allah, Buddha, or whatever god.
February 7, 2023
Story was ok.
The theology was contrary to my confession. The idea of “choosing” God’s love is unhelpful, because it puts the onus of salvation on the person rather than on God. The idea of children being “innocent” to fear is patently absurd. My children are afraid of everything all the time. There was a scene where Jack meets “Yeshua” and Yeshua says he is called by many names (as in The Good Shepherd, and Light of the World, or does he mean like Allah, Buddha, Vishnu?). Also, Yeshua is said to have “been a body once.” Jesus is STILL a body. That didn’t change.
So…as a story setting it works ok. The writing style was appropriate for the age and certainly better than anything I could craft. The theology couldn’t be divorced from the story, so ultimately it broke down.
If someone asked me if their 9 year old should read these books, I’d probably direct them to have their kid read Johnny Tremain instead.
The theology was contrary to my confession. The idea of “choosing” God’s love is unhelpful, because it puts the onus of salvation on the person rather than on God. The idea of children being “innocent” to fear is patently absurd. My children are afraid of everything all the time. There was a scene where Jack meets “Yeshua” and Yeshua says he is called by many names (as in The Good Shepherd, and Light of the World, or does he mean like Allah, Buddha, Vishnu?). Also, Yeshua is said to have “been a body once.” Jesus is STILL a body. That didn’t change.
So…as a story setting it works ok. The writing style was appropriate for the age and certainly better than anything I could craft. The theology couldn’t be divorced from the story, so ultimately it broke down.
If someone asked me if their 9 year old should read these books, I’d probably direct them to have their kid read Johnny Tremain instead.
October 1, 2022
This was fine. I was somewhat disappointed. It was definitely the best series for young readers that the Dekkers have written. I understand where the authors are coming from. And I think it’s great. But I also wish the story didn’t always have to follow the same formula. But it was fine. I would like to See more stories take place in this universe.
January 28, 2022
The final book in the Dragons series goes back to “Old School, Dekker” for me. Still a great read but nothing spectacular.
Jack is fighting to make Earth safe for the rest of his family and crew to come home but finds problems at every turn. The Red dragons are trying to convince him they are the only way to survive while the Silvers try to show him love is the way. All he has been taught growing up will be put to the test in order to save humanity.
Anyone who has ever read anything by Ted Dekker, especially his early works will recognize a lot of the writing in this final story in this series as “classic Dekker.” I call it that because it is nothing new, it is a different character and setting but a lot of the very same imagery as found in his other books. There is a lot of great Christian content in showing that love wins out in the end over fear and if we will look to “Yeshua,” for love and not let the fear of all that is going on in the world take us over we will flourish. At this point in the story I got a little tired of Jack and his wishy-washy attitude. He needed to make up his mind on what he believed and let the story flow in that way, which would have made me as a reader a lot happier with how it played out.
I got this series for my son, and I look forward to the discussions we can have after he reads these. It is appropriate for readers age 9 and up but I believe adults will also enjoy this series as well.
Jack is fighting to make Earth safe for the rest of his family and crew to come home but finds problems at every turn. The Red dragons are trying to convince him they are the only way to survive while the Silvers try to show him love is the way. All he has been taught growing up will be put to the test in order to save humanity.
Anyone who has ever read anything by Ted Dekker, especially his early works will recognize a lot of the writing in this final story in this series as “classic Dekker.” I call it that because it is nothing new, it is a different character and setting but a lot of the very same imagery as found in his other books. There is a lot of great Christian content in showing that love wins out in the end over fear and if we will look to “Yeshua,” for love and not let the fear of all that is going on in the world take us over we will flourish. At this point in the story I got a little tired of Jack and his wishy-washy attitude. He needed to make up his mind on what he believed and let the story flow in that way, which would have made me as a reader a lot happier with how it played out.
I got this series for my son, and I look forward to the discussions we can have after he reads these. It is appropriate for readers age 9 and up but I believe adults will also enjoy this series as well.
September 14, 2024
“…But I tell you this. My love for you will never waver, because love holds no record of wrong, even for a moment. It can’t be threatened, because it’s infinite. Regardless of how you see the world and yourself, I will always see you as beautiful, shameless, and full of light, even if you are blind to it. Those are the names I gave you. They are your true identity. You are simply lost. And in that darkness you serve fear and offer more fear to the world. Indeed, the whole world is lost in the darkness of fear.”
Like an ice pick chipping away a frozen crust, the man’s words began to break the encasing of fear around Jack’s heart.
“Come and sit with me, Jack,” Yeshua said.
Jack trembled as shame washed through him again. “But I’m covered in scales. I can’t sit by you like this.”
“What scales? I only see you,” Yeshua said.
Jack lifted his right arm to show the scales and gasped. There were no scales! His skin was clean, pure. The dragon king would be furious! Jack looked back at Yeshua, mouth open in disbelief.
“What did you do to me?”
“It’s how I see you in the love that holds no record of wrong. No scales or scars or imperfections. I don’t mind you to those things; only you do that.”
just too good 😭😭😭
Like an ice pick chipping away a frozen crust, the man’s words began to break the encasing of fear around Jack’s heart.
“Come and sit with me, Jack,” Yeshua said.
Jack trembled as shame washed through him again. “But I’m covered in scales. I can’t sit by you like this.”
“What scales? I only see you,” Yeshua said.
Jack lifted his right arm to show the scales and gasped. There were no scales! His skin was clean, pure. The dragon king would be furious! Jack looked back at Yeshua, mouth open in disbelief.
“What did you do to me?”
“It’s how I see you in the love that holds no record of wrong. No scales or scars or imperfections. I don’t mind you to those things; only you do that.”
just too good 😭😭😭
January 1, 2022
Phenomenal Christian Series for Tweens, Teens, and Adults!
When the news of the newest series, THEY FOUND DRAGONS, by Ted and Rachelle Dekker was first announced, my eleven-year-old granddaughter nearly shouted, “Space and Dragons! I’m gonna’ love reading these!” And love them we have! Each reading brings on discussion and searches through the Bible for verification as well as a deeper understanding of what “being a Christian” really means today. AND THEY FOUND DRAGONS abounds with fast-paced action, unexpected twists and turns, and characters that feel “more like friends” by the time the story ends. It is such a good series that my Granddaughter asked to read it again. AND THEY FOUND DRAGONS is so wonderful, we must award 5/5 STARS and a STRONG, voluntary, recommendation that you purchase a copy of this amazing series, today!
When the news of the newest series, THEY FOUND DRAGONS, by Ted and Rachelle Dekker was first announced, my eleven-year-old granddaughter nearly shouted, “Space and Dragons! I’m gonna’ love reading these!” And love them we have! Each reading brings on discussion and searches through the Bible for verification as well as a deeper understanding of what “being a Christian” really means today. AND THEY FOUND DRAGONS abounds with fast-paced action, unexpected twists and turns, and characters that feel “more like friends” by the time the story ends. It is such a good series that my Granddaughter asked to read it again. AND THEY FOUND DRAGONS is so wonderful, we must award 5/5 STARS and a STRONG, voluntary, recommendation that you purchase a copy of this amazing series, today!
November 7, 2024
I really enjoyed this book, and it’s despite its being a kids book, it’s still very interesting.
We get nothing less than we expect from this book, considering it’s Ted Dekker. Since the beginning of this trilogy, I’ve been very attached to Jack’s character. It’s been a while since I read the 2nd book, so I’m blurring the events together, BUT
I absolutely loved the Biblical parallels but in place by the Silver and Red Dragons. Just so you know, Red dragons personify fear and Silver dragons personify love.
The Scalers are the people who follow the Red dragons, and they live in constant fear. They have this weird ritual where they scream and cry and writhe with fear, and then it’s relieved by the comfort of the Red king. Kinda sadistic but cool anyways.
Naturally, it’s completely clean and Christian and still deals with super serious stuff. To explain in a very vague way, Jack, the main character, gets close with the Red King and falls out of the teachings of love from Yeshua (God). He eventually finds his way back but MAN it’s crazy.
The only reason it’s 3 stars is because it took me SO long to read and SO didn’t have such a twist that it made me love it.
I’d recommend because it’s short and religious and packed full of Biblical references. 😀👍
We get nothing less than we expect from this book, considering it’s Ted Dekker. Since the beginning of this trilogy, I’ve been very attached to Jack’s character. It’s been a while since I read the 2nd book, so I’m blurring the events together, BUT
I absolutely loved the Biblical parallels but in place by the Silver and Red Dragons. Just so you know, Red dragons personify fear and Silver dragons personify love.
The Scalers are the people who follow the Red dragons, and they live in constant fear. They have this weird ritual where they scream and cry and writhe with fear, and then it’s relieved by the comfort of the Red king. Kinda sadistic but cool anyways.
Naturally, it’s completely clean and Christian and still deals with super serious stuff. To explain in a very vague way, Jack, the main character, gets close with the Red King and falls out of the teachings of love from Yeshua (God). He eventually finds his way back but MAN it’s crazy.
The only reason it’s 3 stars is because it took me SO long to read and SO didn’t have such a twist that it made me love it.
I’d recommend because it’s short and religious and packed full of Biblical references. 😀👍
January 20, 2025
“Nonsense. Strength comes in many forms….Yes your physical strength is challenged, but your heart will give you all the strength you need.”
Titles: And They Found Dragons
The Boy Who Fell From The Stars (Book 1)
Journey To The Silver Towers (Book 2)
Rise Of The Light Bringer (Book 3)
Authors: Ted and Rachelle Dekker
⭐️⭐️⭐️
This is a fantasy middle reader series.
The earth has been overtaken by dragons and the air is poison to humans. There is a select group of humans who survived are orbiting the earth. Dragons have inexplicably rises from the earths ashes. The leaders in the spaceship have found that kids have a stronger immunity to the poison. So a group of them starts training to return and fight the dragons, kill their queen and hopefully the poison will dissolve when the dragons are gone.
Jack is 12 and the most unlikely candidate for the trip back to earth but now the future of their survival is in his hands. Only when they get to earth the dragons are not what they thought they were they will have to find the true way to defeat these enemies.
This was an ok series. I think young readers who like fantasy and adventure will enjoy this.
Titles: And They Found Dragons
The Boy Who Fell From The Stars (Book 1)
Journey To The Silver Towers (Book 2)
Rise Of The Light Bringer (Book 3)
Authors: Ted and Rachelle Dekker
⭐️⭐️⭐️
This is a fantasy middle reader series.
The earth has been overtaken by dragons and the air is poison to humans. There is a select group of humans who survived are orbiting the earth. Dragons have inexplicably rises from the earths ashes. The leaders in the spaceship have found that kids have a stronger immunity to the poison. So a group of them starts training to return and fight the dragons, kill their queen and hopefully the poison will dissolve when the dragons are gone.
Jack is 12 and the most unlikely candidate for the trip back to earth but now the future of their survival is in his hands. Only when they get to earth the dragons are not what they thought they were they will have to find the true way to defeat these enemies.
This was an ok series. I think young readers who like fantasy and adventure will enjoy this.
April 18, 2025
WILD. Hard to put down. Sometimes terrifying. Is it high quality writing? Not really. Is it tight storytelling? No. Does it clearly reflect solid theology? Well…perhaps a little murky there at some points. Is it a bit on-the-nose? Yeah…But all that said, it was not boring and the Dekkers handle the theme of love versus fear in a unique, thought-provoking way I seldom find in JF adventure/fantasy stories. So with all the criticism i could take up, in the end I really loved the spirit of the story and found it very worthwhile to read. I want to get this series for my boys when they’re a little older—say age 10+.
I’m also happy to find JF fantasy stories such as this in which Jesus and His words actually matter.
I’m also happy to find JF fantasy stories such as this in which Jesus and His words actually matter.
September 9, 2025
My 14 year old grandson gave me the books of this trilogy. I guess he didn’t find them exciting enough to reread. His 12 year old sister didn’t read them at all, but to be fair, she is not an avid reader. This last book of the series was just so-so for me. I thought the action of the second book made it the best of the series. This one was the most heavily religious of the three. I’m not religious myself, but that’s not what I found objectionable about the book. So much Christian fiction points out the difference between good and evil as stark and obvious, and it’s just not that way in the real world. I think it’s especially dangerous to set up children for this false idea. Kudos to the Dekkers though for coming up with a very imaginative idea.
August 13, 2022
Which is more powerful: fear or love? In this world where fear and love take physical shape in the form of dragons presents a picture of what living in God’s love looks like in this dragon world.
Some may find this series preachy or too religious as Dekker makes reference to a number of Bible verses about the nature of God’s love. Some might see Dekker’s focus on unconditional love as being too liberal. I say, if reading this gets a person to think about and look for the reality of God’s love, it is a very good thing.
Some may find this series preachy or too religious as Dekker makes reference to a number of Bible verses about the nature of God’s love. Some might see Dekker’s focus on unconditional love as being too liberal. I say, if reading this gets a person to think about and look for the reality of God’s love, it is a very good thing.
January 1, 2023
I found this series to be inappropriate for young readers. Throughout the first 2 books in the trilogy, readers were introduced to global genocide, conspiracy, homicide, demonic possession, adults forcing teens to be assassins, teen murder caused by temporary insanity, kidnapping and imprisonment, drug use, accidental and purposeful poisoning, and teams of children piloting space vehicles on a doomed rescue mission. In this third installment, readers will again experience teens using and reusing syringes to draw their own blood and inject it into others, along with mass slayings using blood-tipped spears. Though this final installment injects the salvation theme of laying your life down for others, it occurs in a very murky manner, with none of the finesse wielded by authors like C.S. Lewis or Tolkien. After standing in as a clumsy allegory for human fears through 3 novels, the dragons all disappear at the end of this one.
September 30, 2024
Fun concepts. Overcomplicated and theologically muddled thematic overture. This story was simple, which is perfect. The themes were overly complex and confusing. The writers seemed like they were trying to do too much in a story at this level. The reveals were very obvious, perhaps because the explanations were too wordy. They took up so much time telling rather than showing the reader the complexities of the story. Nevertheless, we love a story about dragons and the battle btwn light and dark! Enjoyed it for what it was.
April 27, 2025
Kinda fun. I initially had mixed feelings because I felt the writing style was lacking (tends to be cliché and didactic, and symbolic references are thinly veiled), but the world was cool enough to make up for it, to me.
So I made a list of common elements in Ted Dekker’s work, and here it is: blood and water and eye color and corrupted skin. Rachelle, I think, likes to add the themes of fear and love (see Girl Behind the Red Rope).
The characters are fun. I like Sammie, and Jack, while initially a zero-character-arc perfect character, gains somewhat in the third book.
So I made a list of common elements in Ted Dekker’s work, and here it is: blood and water and eye color and corrupted skin. Rachelle, I think, likes to add the themes of fear and love (see Girl Behind the Red Rope).
The characters are fun. I like Sammie, and Jack, while initially a zero-character-arc perfect character, gains somewhat in the third book.
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