Shadowgate

In Shadowgate, the second book of Emily Rodda's Dragons of Deltora series, Lief, Barda, and Jasmine journey north to find the Sister, facing capture by the enigmatic Masked Ones and a terrifying specter. They uncover a dark secret in the village of Shadowgate, where jealousy has twisted a young woman into a guardian for the Shadow Lord. This chapter book is packed with adventure, mystery, and themes of loyalty, courage, and the destructive power of envy, culminating in a dramatic confrontation and the awakening of a dragon. Ideal for children aged 8-11 who enjoy epic fantasy quests.