A Publishers Weekly Best Books of the Year selection
School Library Journal Best Book
Magdalys's connection with the dinosaurs has led the US Army to some important victories, but the Civil War's not over yet and the squad members find themselves fighting deep in the Louisiana bayou.
Then General Ulysses S. Grant himself entrusts Magdalys with a top secret mission -- one that the very success of the Union depends on. Because as the friends will soon find out, the United States
has more than one enemy. Imperial troops are gathering along the Mexican border, forming an alliance with the Confederates in pursuit of spreading slavery, and suddenly the Union is facing battles on
two fronts. But they are barely holding their own against one army -- how can they possibly defeat two? As New Orleans is surrounded and desperate battle plans laid, Magdalys and her friends set off
to disrupt a scheme that would destroy everything she cares about. But to do it, she'll have to push her dinowrangling skills further than she's ever been able to before. Can Magdalys defeat the
fiercest rival she's ever faced and save the fractured nation?
Editorial Reviews
Editorial Reviews
“Older fascinatingly blends thunder-lizard thrills with lesser-known but important aspects of American history…Readers will adore Magdalys Roca.” —New York Times Book Review
“Epic…Perfect for middle graders, with its strong female protagonist, a fresh perspective on history, helpful notes and resources, and an honest portrayal of the complex topics of race and gender.” —School Library Journal (starred review)
“Delightful historical fantasy…Rooted in real events and attitudes, and appended with facts about the time, this fast-paced adventure makes for a memorable tale in which numerous characters of color take the lead.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Daniel José Older is the New York Times bestselling author of several series, including the young-adult series The Shadowshaper Cypher, the Bone Street Rumba urban fantasy
series, and the middle-grade historical fantasy Dactyl Hill Squad. He won the International Latino Book Award and has been nominated for the Kirkus Prize, the Mythopoeic Award, the Locus
Award, the Andre Norton Award, and the World Fantasy Award. Shadowshaper was named one of Esquire’s “80 Books Every Person Should Read.”
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