Want to Read Currently Reading Read. Other editions. Enlarge cover. Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Open Preview See a Problem? Details if other :. Thanks for telling us about the problem. Return to Book Page. Preview — Icefire by Chris d'Lacey. Secrets will be revealed when fire and ice collide In the exciting sequel to The Fire Within , David must uncover the truth behind the mysterious clay dragons. David's quest is to discover the link between the fire of the last known dragon on Earth and the icy regions of the Arctic.
It's a journey that will change his life forever, a journey that will bring him to the ver Secrets will be revealed when fire and ice collide It's a journey that will change his life forever, a journey that will bring him to the very heart of the legend of dragons and the mysterious, ancient secret of the icefire Get A Copy. Paperback , pages. Published July by Scholastic Inc.
More Details Original Title. The Last Dragon Chronicles 2. Other Editions Friend Reviews. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up.
To ask other readers questions about Icefire , please sign up. When do we get into the real dragons? Sarah You have to read ALL books! These get deeper and better each story! How did David start speaking dragon tongue??? It was so undescriptive. Sarah Actually, if you pay very close attention and read between the lines, it is very self explanatory.
I have read the whole series twice now and the firs …more Actually, if you pay very close attention and read between the lines, it is very self explanatory. I have read the whole series twice now and the first time it was hard for me to follow. If you pay very close attention to what you are reading, it isn't hard.
See all 10 questions about Icefire…. Lists with This Book. Community Reviews. Showing Average rating 3. Rating details. More filters. Sort order. Mar 31, Lori rated it it was amazing. My 9 year old daughter brought this book home for me to read. She told the school Librarian that she was checking it out for me, and the Librarian let her check it out as her 3rd book they are only allowed 2 books since it was for me.
I loved this book! It was so well written. I loved the characters, even Aunty Gwyneth, who was soooo creepy. I loved the clay dragons, and wish that I could have a few of my own!! Who wouldn't want a wishing dragon, a listening dragon you could really spy on peop My 9 year old daughter brought this book home for me to read.
Who wouldn't want a wishing dragon, a listening dragon you could really spy on people ; , or a writing dragon? I also love the way that the dragons talk, and could picture the sounds that they were making! My favorite character would have to be Zanna. She is so quirky and lovable, and really tries to keep David in line. I don't know why it has taken me so long to find these books, and it looks like this one is 2 in the series.
Now I have to find the other ones and read them!! View 2 comments. Jan 20, Kerri rated it it was amazing. I first read this book at least ten years ago. Now that I'm finally undertaking the series in its entirety I'm pleased to say I enjoyed it just as much as I remembered -- perhaps a little more because I know had the information from the first book, so understand more about the characters, the squirrels and the magical Pennykettle dragons.
I love Zanna especially. I'd felt like there had been something missing in the first book and as soon as she appeared I realised it was her, my favourite chara I first read this book at least ten years ago. I'd felt like there had been something missing in the first book and as soon as she appeared I realised it was her, my favourite character! The adventure here is great and really steps things up from the first book. I'm really looking forward to seeing how this entire series comes together.
Rating: 2. This is just plain bad. It fixes everything that was wrong with the first book, and then proceeds to boil it in a spiritual, cosmic tale that is much too confusing and poorly executed to be put in a children's book.
Let me put it this way: I read novels about time-travel, alternate realities, and spiritual matters, and NONE of them are anywhere near as confusing as this book. It is simply an underdeveloped plot, and it doesn't help that the writing is fairly poor as well.
Also, t Rating: 2. Also, there's too much suggestive content for the audience. Immature jokes about shaking "talismans" and plenty of lust on the part of the main character, who, once again, does not seem to behave his age. If you didn't like the first book, don't read this one.
I probably won't be continuing the series at my library. View all 7 comments. Oct 30, Ty Crisp rated it really liked it. The stunning ingenuity of Chris D'Lacy expresses itself once again in the second installment of the Last Dragon Chronicles. In this continuation of the plot, David finally discovers the secrets of the Pennykettle Dragons, along with the uncovering of a link between polar bears and and dragons of ancient times.
Icefire is indeed a step up on the maturity level compared to The Fire Within, yet the childish innocence of the first book manages to carry over as well. One aspect of the book that reall The stunning ingenuity of Chris D'Lacy expresses itself once again in the second installment of the Last Dragon Chronicles. One aspect of the book that really impacted me was the description of "auma" or someones inner fire.
Auma can be compared to the breath of God, or universal consciousness. It is the animating force of the Pennykettle Dragons, and it is a major part of the plot. I'm guessing but not entirely for sure that "auma" is the author's personalization of the Hindu and Buddhist "Aum" or "Om. The heart of existence. This idea is very inspiring. If you enjoyed The Fire Within, you will be satisfied by it's sequel. I will give some warning though, this book seems to open the door to the more cosmic aspects of the series, which may be confusing to some.
I am looking forward to reviewing the later books in the series, including the recently released Fire World. Until then, read on! May 25, Alyson Stone rated it really liked it Shelves: fantasy. There is just something charming about these books that make me really enjoy them. I like the myths and dragonlore that this series brings to the table. It is a very different take on dragons and what they are supposed to be.
I like the idea of there being different kinds of dragons and each of them having certain abilities. The idea of them being able to be made is great as well. I have always liked this element of the books.
It is what makes these books stand out and makes them special. Fantasy is a board genre, but we do have cliches. By adding this little bit to it, we get to see something different and I think that this is what makes me keep coming back to these books.
The writing is really simple and easy to get through. We are going to see shorten sentences and easier words used. You, as the reader, just have to remember what age group this is written for. What really makes this book stand out to me is the unique plot and magic system. This book has one unlike any that I have ever read before. It reminds you of what childhood used to be. Anyway, I have just really enjoyed reading this books throughout the years and cannot wait to revisit some of them.
Jul 24, Lauren Wiseman rated it really liked it Shelves: childrens-fiction , , modern-fantasy. Actual Rating: 3. Going from squirrels to polar bears was a smart move on d'Lacey's part.
Zanna started out being my least, least favorite character. I could not freaking stand her. But then she lost what made her aggravating and she became worlds better and I now support her relationship with David.
Lucy has a Luna-on-caffeine angle to her, which I just now realized. While she's not my favorite character, I still think she improved in Actual Rating: 3. While she's not my favorite character, I still think she improved in this book. What didn't work about this book was the fact most of the characters were on the brink of breaking free and becoming the most awesome characters ever. But David hogged it all, no joking. I think had we seen a bit more of Liz, Luce, and Dr.
Bergstrom, it would have been worlds better. It would have earned a full out five, instead of a 3. Your session has expired. Please sign in again so you can continue to borrow titles and access your Loans, Wish list, and Holds pages.
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