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Green fruit like a pear.

pnard potatoes (puh-nard´)

Starchy, edible tuber with pale pink flesh.

Pomandando River (pó-man-dan´-do)

River running along the eastern side of Vendela.

quiss (kwuh´-iss)

One of the seven low races. These creatures have an enormous appetite. Every three years they develop the capacity to breathe air for six weeks and forage along the sea coast, creating havoc. They are extremely slippery.

razterberry (ras´-ter-bâr-ee)

Small red berries that grow in clusters somewhat like grapes on the sides of mountains. The vines are useful for climbing.

River Away

Marione village in eastern Amara.

rock pine

Evergreen tree with prickly cones that are as heavy as stones.

rootup tree

Appears to be upside down. A dense bush surrounds the base. In the center, leafless branches intertwine tightly. From a distance, they appear to be a solid trunk. At the top, these limbs spread apart, looking just like a root system.

ropmas (rōp´-muhs)

One of the seven low races. These half men, half animals are useful in herding and caring for beasts.

scarphlit (scar´-flit)

An oily substance used in medicinal potions.

schoergs (skôrgz)

One of seven low races, much like grawligs; shorter, less playful.

Sheridan

A household servant, armed and designated protector of the family and property.

Torsk Tower

One of three towers at The Hall. Four clocks adorn the top. It is rumored that a gateway through time exists in the tower.

trang-a-nog tree (trăng´-
-n
g)

Smooth, olive green bark.

Trell Tower

One of three towers at The Hall. This one houses gateways.

tumanhofers (toó-mun-hoff-ers)

One of the seven high races; short, squat, powerful fighter, though for the most part they prefer to use their great intellect.

tumpgrass

A tall grass that grows in a clump, making its own hillock.

urohms (ū-romes´)

Largest of the seven high races; gentle giants; well proportioned and very intelligent.

Vendela (vin-del´-luh)

Capital city of the province of Wynd.

Wittoom (wit-toom´)

Region populated by doneels in northwest Amara.

A
BOUT THE
A
UTHOR

D
ONITA
K. P
AUL
comes from a family of storytellers and teachers. So it is only natural that she loves spinning imaginative tales interwoven with lore. A retired schoolteacher, she keeps her hands in the mix by being one of the professional storytellers in the Sunday-school department of her church.

Donita enjoys keeping in touch with her readers through
www.donitakpaul.com
. This interactive Web site has more details about the land of Amara, plus games, recipes, a fan gallery, and much more.

She has two grown children, two grandchildren, and two dogs. She currently lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado, in the shadow of Pikes Peak. When she’s not writing, she enjoys reading all genres, from picture books to biography.

Praise for
Dragon Quest

“Donita K. Paul’s
DragonQuest
is a rich tapestry of creatures, characters, and adventure. A whimsical allegory, casting bright light on ultimate truth.”

—L
YN
C
OTE
, author of the Women of Ivy Manor series

“You never know what to expect in a magical world full of creatures like mordakleeps, blimmets, and doneels. But one thing is sure: this grand, fantastical odyssey of Kale the Dragon Keeper will sweep you off your feet.”

—R
OBERT
E
LMER
, author of the Hyperlinkz fantasy series for kids

“Shut your eyes, hold your breath, and plunge into the unshackled imagination of Donita K. Paul! In
DragonQuest,
Kale’s journey of self-discovery continues through a succession of adventures and mishaps that leave you grinning with breathless, page-turning anticipation. I am in awe of Donita K. Paul’s intricate world-building that can rightfully stand alongside master storytellers Lewis and Tolkien. There is so much depth of heart to this fantastic adventure that it’s difficult to say what I most enjoyed. This book is a fantasy must for the very young at heart, no matter your age.”

—L
INDA
W
ICHMAN
, author of
Legend of the Emerald Rose

“Donita K. Paul’s
DragonQuest
continues the story of Kale and her well-drawn compatriots, who set out on yet another quest in service to God by serving His people. Cleverly and compellingly wrought,
DragonQuest
is a terrific sequel to
dragonspell.
that is sure to delight readers of all ages.”

—K
ATHLEEN
M
ORGAN
, author of
Giver of Roses

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RAGON
Q
UEST

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Copyright © 2005 by Donita K. Paul

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Paul, Donita K.

DragonQuest/Donita K. Paul.—1st ed.

                                                                                                                     p. cm.

1. Dragons—Fiction. 2. Quests (Expeditions)—Fiction. I. Title.

PS3616.A94D727 2005

813'.6—dc22

2005005027

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eISBN: 978-0-307-44622-0

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