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“Featuring a multiethnic cast—Grace’s mother and stepfather are White; her father is Chinese; and her international school friends are from diverse backgrounds—the narrative dwells on the positive aspects of being mixed race. Cinematic movement between panels, quick wit, and an irresistible dragon make for a quick adventure, with setup for more to come. A colorful, modern adventure—with dragons as a bonus.”

– Kirkus Reviews

The Awakening Storm (City of Dragons #1)

Written by Jaimal Yogis
Illustrated by Vivian Truong
Published by Scholastic, Inc.

Grace and her friends must protect a newly hatched dragon from mysterious evildoers.

When Grace moves to Hong Kong with her mom and new stepdad, her biggest concern is making friends at her fancy new boarding school. But when a mysterious old woman gifts her a dragon egg during a field trip, Grace discovers that the wonderful stories of dragons she heard when she was a young girl might actually be real–especially when the egg hatches overnight.

The dragon has immense powers that Grace has yet to understand. And that puts them both in danger from mysterious forces intent on abusing the dragon’s power. And now it’s up to Grace and her school friends to uncover the sinister plot threatening the entire city!

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Primary ISBN: 9781338660432
Publication Date: September 2021
Available As: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook
Graphic Novel, Middle Grade, Age 08 or older

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Setting: United States, Hong Kong

Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Unspecified

Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Written with Cultural Advisors

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