Dragon Snare

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The war between dragons and humans is over, but the danger is just beginning! Discover the legend of orphan Henry Haddow in this exhilarating new middle-grade fantasy series, featuring stunning illustrations and gorgeous sprayed edges.

Ever since he was orphaned in the Dragon War, thirteen-year-old Henry Haddow has lived with the dogs in the castle's kennels - and that's where he's expected to stay. But Henry dreams of becoming a knight.

His one chance is to compete for a coveted novice spot in the Twilight Tournament, and when he discovers a magical sword that will grant him a single wish, he knows he can win. That is, until he accidentally uses the magical sword in a chance encounter with a dragon named Snare, and it transforms her into a teenage girl.

Henry is horrified. Snare is furious. They both live by the law that neither humans nor dragons may enter the lands of the other; it's the only thing preventing another war. But a dragon trapped in a human body can enter Henry's city undetected ... and seek revenge.

From the award-winning and beloved author of Ottilie Colter and the Narroway Hunt and Dusty in the Outwilds comes a thrilling new middle-grade fantasy series. Brimming with rich world-building and terrifying creatures, The Dragon Snare is perfect for readers aged 9-14 years and fans of Wings of Fire, Deltora Quest and Rangers Apprentice.

"For fans of Emily Rodda's Deltora Quest and Kate Forsyth's Impossible Quest, here is a new series to love." -CBCA READING TIME

WHY WE LOVE THE DRAGON SNARE:

MAGNIFICENT MONSTERS: A new monster villain in every book and dramatic cliffhanger endings that advance the series arc will keep readers coming back for more!
AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR: Rhiannon Williams (Dusty in the Outwilds, Ottilie Colter and the Narroway Hunt) is beloved for her ability to conjure incredible beasts, heart-stopping adventures and unlikely heroes forging their destiny in fantasy settings.
THRILLING YET ACCESSIBLE: These short, self-contained reads are set within a broader universe and narrative - allowing the scope, sophistication and larger cast of a longer book with accessibility for a wide range of readers.

Read all of Henry's adventures:

The Dragon Snare
Jaws of Night
Traitor

Book details and technical specifications

Format: Paperback / softback
ISBN13: 9781761214868
Published: March 2026

Number of pages: 192
Width: 128 mm
Height: 198 mm
Depth: not specified

Publisher: Hardie Grant Children's Publishing