Dragon Rider Series by Cornelia Funke - 3 Books Collection Set - Ages 8-12 - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Dragon Rider
Dragon Rider: The Griffin's Feather
Dragon Rider: The Aurelia Curse

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Chicken House
Age Range: Ages 8-12 (Grades 3-7)

Overview
Follow a silver dragon named Firedrake and a brave runaway boy named Ben across three unforgettable fantasy adventures in this Dragon Rider collection by Cornelia Funke. Beginning with the original quest to find the legendary Rim of Heaven, the trilogy widens into a search for a Griffin's feather and finally a race to stop the ancient Aurelia. Written for readers ages 8-12 (grades 3-7), these paperbacks combine fast-paced storytelling with rich, imaginative world-building. It's a satisfying set for young fantasy fans who love dragons, quests, and unlikely friendships, and a wonderful addition to any home or classroom library.

About the Books
Cornelia Funke's Dragon Rider series follows Firedrake, one of the last silver dragons, and Ben, a homeless boy who becomes his loyal companion, as they search for a mythical safe haven called the Rim of Heaven. Along the way they're joined by Sorrel the brownie, whose sharp tongue and fierce loyalty add humor and heart to the journey. The first book introduces readers to a world where dragons, griffins, and other fabulous creatures live hidden among humans, setting up themes of courage, friendship, and protecting the vulnerable that carry through the whole trilogy. In The Griffin's Feather, the stakes rise as Ben and Firedrake travel to distant jungles and islands to find a cure for the last winged horses, testing old bonds and forging new alliances along the way. The trilogy reaches its climax in The Aurelia Curse, where an ancient, mythical force rises from the sea and threatens every fabulous creature Ben and Firedrake have fought to protect. Funke, an internationally bestselling German author known for The Thief Lord and Inkheart, brings her signature blend of vivid imagery, gentle humor, and genuine emotional stakes to every chapter. Across all three books, young readers follow a found family of humans and creatures who must rely on courage, loyalty, and cleverness to survive. The paperback format makes the set easy to carry to school, on trips, or curl up with at bedtime, while the consistent cast and steadily building plot reward readers who complete the full trilogy in order.

Key Benefits

• Complete three-book paperback set of Cornelia Funke's beloved Dragon Rider trilogy
• Written for readers ages 8-12 (grades 3-7), with accessible chapter-book pacing
• Features the #1 New York Times bestselling first title, Dragon Rider
• Follows one consistent cast of characters across an epic, satisfying story arc
• Great gift for birthdays, holidays, or building a classroom or home library
• Lightweight paperback format is easy for kids to carry and read anywhere

Book-by-Book Guide
Dragon Rider — Firedrake the silver dragon and runaway boy Ben set out to find the legendary Rim of Heaven, a safe haven for dragons.
Dragon Rider: The Griffin's Feather — Ben and Firedrake travel to distant jungles and islands searching for a Griffin's feather to save the last winged horses.
Dragon Rider: The Aurelia Curse — the trilogy concludes as an ancient sea-born threat called the Aurelia endangers every fabulous creature Ben and Firedrake have come to protect.

About the Author
Cornelia Funke is a German author of children's and young adult fantasy fiction, celebrated for creating imaginative worlds filled with dragons, pirates, and magical creatures. She rose to international fame with The Thief Lord and went on to write the bestselling Inkheart trilogy alongside the Dragon Rider series. Funke's storytelling blends adventure, humor, and heartfelt emotion, earning her a devoted readership of young fantasy fans around the world. She has written many other books for younger readers, including Igraine the Brave and the Ghosthunters series. Funke now lives in Los Angeles, California, where she continues to write.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This Dragon Rider set delivers three complete fantasy adventures in one convenient paperback bundle, perfect for summer reading, back-to-school gifts, or stocking a classroom shelf. Kids who love dragons, quests, and loyal friendships will want to read the trilogy start to finish, making it a thoughtful birthday or holiday gift for any young reader.

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