About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels overshadowed by peers or intimidated by a challenge that seems too large to conquer. It is a powerful choice for children who doubt their own abilities because they do not possess typical strengths like physical size or specialized skills. The story follows Konrad, a simple cobbler's son, who must use his craftsmanship and wits to face the ultimate threat during the Age of Dragons. Through Konrad's journey, the book explores themes of self-confidence and the idea that every individual has a unique contribution to make. It serves as a legendary prequel to Brandon Mull's larger universe, making it an excellent bridge for readers moving into high fantasy. Parents will appreciate how it models bravery not as the absence of fear, but as the decision to act despite it, emphasizing that even the smallest person can alter the course of history.
