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Dragon Slippers | 
 enlarge | Author: Jessica Day George
Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Children's Books
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  27 reviews
Sales Rank: 43069
Media: Paperback
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 352
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.6
Dimensions (in): 8.2 x 5.4 x 1.1
ISBN: 1599902753
EAN: 9781599902753
ASIN: 1599902753
Publication Date: April 29, 2008
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Amazon.com Review
Creel, the heroine of Dragon Slippers is hardly a damsel-in-distress. After her aunt totes her out to the local dragon in desperation (with the hope that the local prince will rescue her from certain death and marry her), Creel refuses the haughty prince and finds friendship with the dragons, who set her on a journey to the center of the kingdom with a pretty pair of what only seem to be ordinary slippers. Along the way we discover Creels enormous talent at embroidery, and you cant help but linger over the rich descriptions of her lovely tapestry-like gowns, which quickly make her the most sought-after dressmaker in the kingdom. But soon enough those mysterious slippers begin to wreak havoc, and its up to Creel to save the kingdom from disaster and defend the dragons from certain doom. Creels feisty spirit breathes fiery new life into this epic world at every turn, making this one of the most memorable and fun fantasy debuts to hit shelves since Cornelia Funkes Inkheart.
Read "The Brown Dragon of Carlieff," the first chapter of Jessica Day Georges Dragon Slippers.
Five Questions for Jessica Day George
Amazon.com: In fantasy novels, dragons are typically fierce and fearsome. In Dragon Slippers however, Shardas and Feniul are peaceful, caring creatures who are dangerous only under the sway of human control. What was your inspiration for re-imagining this legendary species?
Jessica Day George: I had a number of imaginary friends growing up, all of them talking animals: a wolf, some horses, a tiger. And a dragon. Oh, I wanted a dragon for a friend so badly! (Still do!) There are books where the dragon is not the bad guy (Anne McCaffrey, Gordon Dickson), but I wanted still more. I wanted the dragons to have their own lives: friends, hobbies, food allergies. I saw no reason why large, magical, intelligent creatures couldn't be just like humans--only scaly and winged. If humans can be good or evil, vain or kind, why can't dragons?
Amazon.com: Your descriptions of Creels "fancywork" are so rich with detail and color that I have to believe that you must be an expert sewer yourself. Are you? Can you tell us more about why you chose this particular talent for your heroine?
Jessica Day George: I can sew, although I doubt very much a duchess would hire me to make her a gown! Creel sprang into my head as a fully formed personality with her own talents and opinions firmly intact, I just knew that her name was Creel, she had freckles, and she wanted to be a dressmaker. The "fancywork" developed as a way for her to pay homage to her friend Shardas and his collection.
Amazon.com: Why do the dragons in Dragon Slippers hoard treasured human possessions like shoes and dogs instead of gold? Shardas collection of beautiful stained glass is particularly unique--does this tell us anything about his true nature?
Jessica Day George: People collect all kinds of crazy things: spoons, stamps, books. I once lived next door to a woman with sixty (yep, 6-0) toy poodles. So why should dragons not all hoard the same thing? Why not tapestries or pets or shoes? And what makes Creel and Shardas such good friends, I think, is that they both have a good eye for color and form. They can both appreciate the way colors combine, the way light changes the look of things and plays off the colors.
Amazon.com: Of all the fantasy literature youve read, is there a particular author who inspired you to write your own novel? What would be your top five favorite books in the genre?
Jessica Day George: The first time I read Robin McKinley's Damar novels (The Hero and the Crown, The Blue Sword) I thought "Yes! This is what goes on in my head! I could do this!" If I had to narrow it down to five favorites (only five?!), I would say: Beauty by Robin McKinley, Tam Lin by Pamela Dean, The War of the Flowers by Tad Williams, His Majesty's Dragon by Naomi Novik, and J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter books. (Those all count as one big book, right?)
Amazon.com: Whats next in store for Creel and Luka? Will they have more dragon adventures in your next book?
Jessica Day George: My next book is not connected to Dragon Slippers at all, but the one after that will be a sequel. I hate to spoil any surprises, but we will get to see what happens when a dragon turns evil (of its own free will). There are also two weddings, Marta gets a pet monkey, and Feniul falls in love.
Product Description
When an orphan girl named Creel befriends a dragon, she unknowingly inherits a pair of slippers that could be used to save her kingdom, or destroy it. Perfect for fans of Shannon Hale and Cornelia Funke’s Dragon Rider, the light tone and charming characterizations bring this heartwarming fantasy to life. Older middle grade readers and young teens alike will appreciate the adventure, fun, and dragon-drenched action!
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A good book is a Window to another world September 30, 2008
I work at a used movie store, where half the staff reads more than we watch movies. I know...
Of course I'm known for my love of fairy tales and such. So when caught reading Dragon Slippers on break my manager asked, "Dragons, Aria? Really?"
I enjoy a good Dragon book. I hold the Enchanted Forest series in high regard. But it's not usually my cup of tea. However, something about Dragon Slippers just... moved me. I loved the characters. The spin on the Dragon's horde was so funny I just sat down laughing. It was funny, contrary, sarcastic, and so many other things.
great girl-power adventure! September 10, 2008
This book is a great read for kids--especially girls. A fun mix of modern and medieval--even when it comes to fashion! The beginning of this book has a great hook and a fresh, entertaining voice. A page turner even for adult adventure lovers!
 Pleasant, Quick Read--Not a Classic September 6, 2008
Peasant girl becomes friends with dragons as she heads to the big city to seek her fortune. Cute story, well-written with good secondary characters and a good ending. Not as witty or compelling of a read as other books, but not bad.
Grannys preview June 26, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I always preview any books I purchase for my grandchildren. I give this an A+ for its style of writing and for keeping it light enough for young minds. The storyline has action, is fun, and has some core values instilled in the actions of the chatacters. I was entertained and finished the book with a feeling of having had a good adventure. I wanted more.
Fresh voice; terrific read May 5, 2008
I had heard good things about this book when I picked it up, but I didn't expect to fall in love with it. The style is delightful, the characters dynamic, and the story creative and new. I look forward to seeing more from Jessica Day George.
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