Book description
How to Speak Dragonese - A Whirlwind of Wit, Wonder and World-Building
Cressida Cowell's third instalment in the How to Train Your Dragon saga takes readers on a fresh adventure that feels both familiar and wildly inventive. The story opens with Hiccup, his loyal friend Fishlegs and the ever-mischievous Toothless being swept away from their boarding-practice class onto a Roman galley-a ship as ancient as it is menacing. Their accidental boarding sets off a chain of events that pulls them into an elaborate plot to steal every dragon on Berk.
What makes this book stand out is Cowell's masterful blend of action, humor and heart. Even the most seasoned fans will appreciate the new twists: a tiny nanodragon's rescue, a cunning Roman scheme, and, of course, Hiccup's growing bond with Toothless. The narrative stays brisk, yet each chapter pauses to let readers savor the world-building that has made the series a modern classic.
The illustrations are as polished as ever, adding depth without stealing the spotlight from the prose. Cowell's witty dialogue-especially between Hiccup and his dragon-keeps the tone light even when stakes rise. The pacing is spot on; you'll find yourself turning pages in bursts of excitement.
For those who grew up with the books or are discovering them for the first time, How to Speak Dragonese delivers a satisfying blend of adventure, humor, and emotional resonance. It's no wonder the series has sold 7 million copies worldwide and inspired blockbuster films. If you're looking for a book that feels both nostalgic and brand new, this is the pick for you.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience