Seekers of the Wild Realm (1)

Fablehaven meets How to Train Your Dragon in this action-packed fantasy about a young boy and girl who become reluctant allies when caring for a baby dragonthe first in brand-new duology! Twelve-year-old Bryn has always dreamed of becoming a Seeker, just like her dad. Only the Seekers are allowed to journey from their small village into the fantastical, untamed wilderness of their island known as the Wild Realm. Once there, they obtain magical items for the village and use magic to protect and heal the incredible creatures native to the Realm. When one of the elderly Seekers retires, leaving a vacant position, Bryn knows this may be her chance. Theres just one problem: Only boys have ever been Seekers. And the training master makes it clear he will not be training a girl. But then Bryns biggest rival for the Seeker position, a boy named Ari, shows up at her door. He reveals the baby dragon hes been hiding, and the two strike a dealif Bryn helps care for the dragon, Ari will share all his training with her. Even as the two bond over their love of magical animals and their secret trips into the Wild Realm, Bryn doesnt completely trust Aris motives. Especially as she suspects Ari may know more than hes letting on about the enemy clan stirring up unrest in their village. When all these secrets come to a head and the stakes are at their highest, Bryn realizes its up to her to save her familyand the Realm.