About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is daydreaming about the impossible or feeling like the everyday world is a bit too predictable. It is a perfect bridge for readers who are transitioning from gentle magic to more complex, fast-paced fantasy adventures. The story centers on Theodora, a bright girl in modern Boston who becomes the anchor for a misplaced thirteenth-century wizard and his lost dragon egg. Beyond the whimsical premise of a wizard navigating a laundromat, the book explores themes of responsibility and the courage required to protect something vulnerable. It is a lighthearted yet intellectually engaging read that celebrates curiosity. Parents will appreciate how it balances silly fish-out-of-water humor with a genuine sense of wonder, making it an excellent choice for kids who enjoy a mix of historical mystery and contemporary urban fantasy.
