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The Golden Door by Emily Rodda
Published by Scholastic Press on August 6, 2025
Genres: Juvenile Fiction / Action & Adventure / General, Juvenile Fiction / Family / General, Juvenile Fiction / Fantasy & Magic, Juvenile Fiction / Monsters
Pages: 264
Format: ARC, eBook
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The start of a stirring fantasy trilogy from Emily Rodda, the internationally bestselling author of Dragons of Deltora!

The walled city of Weld is under attck from ferocious flying creatures that raid in the night, bringing death and destruction. The Warden calls for Volunteers to find and destroy the Enemy sending invaders, and the heroes of Weld answer the call one by one, never to return. Rye is oficially too young to go, but his brothers are among the lost and he must find them. What terrors await him beyond the Wall?

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The Golden Door

 by Emily Rodda (4★)

Reading The Golden Door was like stepping back into the magical world of Deltora, but with fresh characters and a new quest. Rye is a clever, determined protagonist, and Faene adds just the right touch of mystery and strength. I especially appreciated how the story encouraged problem-solving and intuition without falling into typical “kids know nothing” tropes. This will be a great read to share with my daughter—full of adventure, courage, and just enough danger to keep you turning the page.