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Benjamin knows he shouldn't have taken the stone from Dragon's Rock. Ever since then, he's had the same terrifying nightmare of the dragon that chases him, breath like a furnace, roaring in fury, racing faster, faster... Benjamin decides to return to Dragon's Rock and replace the stone-maybethen he'll be left in peace. But once there, he realises just what a powerful force is at work and that he's no longer the only person tormented by this fearsome, dangerous beast...Interest age: 11+.
After stealing a stone from a forbidden site, a young boy finds himself hunted by a malevolent, supernatural entity in his dreams. Benjamin must confront the consequences of his actions by returning to the site of his transgression to restore the stolen object. He faces both the physical challenge of the terrain and the psychological weight of the entity pursuing him. The narrative follows his internal struggle as he discovers that he is not the only individual affected by the ancient power residing at Dragon's Rock.
Readers frequently highlight the effective use of suspense and the unsettling atmosphere created by the author. Discussion often centers on the protagonist's moral dilemma and the way the narrative balances real-world fears with supernatural elements. Critics note that the pacing remains tight, keeping the focus squarely on the psychological toll of the haunting. Many readers appreciate the concise nature of the story, which avoids unnecessary subplots to maintain a high level of tension throughout the experience.
Page Count:
160
Publication Date:
1999-01-07
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0192750364
ISBN-13:
9780192750365
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