About This Book
Lamplighter is the second installment in D. M. Cornish's epic fantasy series, continuing the journey of Rossam?nd Bookchild. This lengthy chapter book, spanning over 700 pages, immerses readers in a richly imagined world filled with 'ferocious bogles' and the brave 'lamplighters' sworn to protect against them. The story follows Rossam?nd, who initially feels out of place, as he makes new friends and confronts dangers, ultimately being drawn towards a significant, unforeseen destiny. It's a tale of self-discovery, courage, and finding one's purpose amidst a perilous landscape, ideal for advanced middle-grade readers who enjoy complex world-building and character development.
Continuing the absorbing, inventive saga started in Foundling, Lamplighter follows Rossam?nd Bookchild, now one of the EmperorÕs lamplighters, who is sworn to protect travelers from the ferocious bogles that live in the wild. Small and meek, he does not fit in. Then a haughty young female monster hunter is forced upon the lamplighters for training. As Rossam?nd begins to make new friends in the dangerous world of the Half-Continent, he also seems to make more enemies, finding himself pushed toward a destiny that he could never have imagined. . . .
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Discussion Prompts
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How does Rossam?nd's feeling of not fitting in change throughout the story? What helps him feel more accepted?
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What makes the Half-Continent a dangerous place? How do the lamplighters and monster hunters work together to keep people safe?
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Rossam?nd is pushed toward a destiny he never imagined. Have you ever felt like you were meant for something unexpected?
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What qualities make a good friend in a dangerous world like Rossam?nd's?
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How does Rossam?nd show bravery, even when he feels meek or scared?
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