Friendship For Today
Patricia C. McKissack
In 1954, when desegregation comes to Kirkland, Missouri, ten-year-old Rosemary faces many changes and challenges at school and at home as her parents separate
Read Time: ~5.9 hr
The Garden of the Purple Dragon
by Carole Wilkinson (2008)
About this book
Ping is in hiding on the mountain slopes of Tai Shan, carrying out her promise to look after the baby purple dragon, Kai. But her peaceful life comes to an end when the imperial guards catch her, and take her back to Ming Yang lodge. Does she have the strength to fulfil her destiny as the Dragonkeeper - and find sanctuary for Kai?
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreThe Garden of the Purple Dragon Lead Character
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