Customer Reviews
any more on the way? 
2006-09-18
Written first, this is actually the final book in the series (so far, at least). This story features the son of Mendanbar and Cimorene: Daystar. Daystar has been reared on the edge of the Enchanted Forest without any knowledge of who he is or how he and his mother came to be there. Shortly after a wizard appears on their doorstep, he watches his mother melt the wizard and he is sent on his way into the Enchanted Forest with a sword and instructions from his mother to always be polite, especially to dragons, and NEVER agree to a favor until you know what it is. Almost immediately Daystar gains a companion, Shiara, who happens to be a fire witch. Together they follow the sword wherever it leads them, which brings us back to some familiar characters. In the end Daystar realizes many things, including what he is to do and how he is to do it - but not without a lot of help and teamwork from many friends and companions. This was an interesting finale as it definitely left an opening for novels of the next generation of the Enchanted Forest.
A Truly Enchanting and Wonderful Read. 
2006-06-20
I stumbled upon this book first - it's the 4th in a series by Wrede. It is really at least as much fun and imaginative as Harry Potter with more logic and a fun side without the dark side. A great read for kids or adults. Truly magical and special.
Not As Good 
2006-06-13
I loved the other three books in this series! I found this book to be a let down. There were so many possibilities for evoking emotions... Cimorene's and Mendanbar's reunion after being separated for 16 years, Cimorine's and Daystar's relationship (all of Daystar's rememberances of his mother are practical, what she taught him, not emotional. In addition she shoves him off into danger without so much as a hug.) Daystar's introduction with his long lost father, and I saw nothing coming of Telemain's and Morwin's growing romance from any of the books. I felt like she threw their marriage in to trick you into thinking Daystar and Shiara were going to get married. Shiara's rudness did not make her endearing and she was fleeing from wizards for stealing. The baby dragon was also annoying. Read the other three but I would imagine your own resolution to Calling On Dragons.
Talking to dragons 2006-03-21
"Talking to Dragons" is about a group of people going on a long journey to find a sword. The group meets many exciting challenges, new people, and difficulties along the way.
The message to the readers in this story is to always stick to your friends. They will always be there in time of need.
Patricia C. Wrede, the author of "Talking to Dragons", did a fantastic job on different personalities of different characters. Each character in this book had different thoughts, opinions, and attitudes.
"Talking to Dragons" was a great book. It was interesting and easy to follow. Overall, "Talking to Dragons" was the perfect book.
A true favorite 2006-01-28
Each book in the set is a jewel. The characters are unique and the dialogue a lot of fun. These are the kind of books that noone wants to put down until the last page is read with satisfaction.
Childhood favorite 2008-06-08
I loved this series in middle school and would highly recommend it as a fun leisure read for children in that age bracket.
good 2007-12-30
The last book of the enchanted forest chronicles, it is as funny. It is a sequel to Calling on Dragons and the end of the story is a happily ever after for a lot of characters and a not so happy ending for others. It is a book that should not be missed.
ALWAYS be polite to dragons! 2007-06-23
My daughters often read the four books from the Enchanted Forest series by Patricia C. Wrede. They came across the books a couple years back. They seem to check out the books and audio tapes every couple months. Over the last year I have listened to bits and pieces of the series.
Talking to Dragons is was the first book published, but it is really the fourth in the series. The hero of the story is a 16 year old boy by the name of Daystar. For the first 16 years of his life he lived on the edge of the Enchanted Forest with his mother. Then one day his mother gives him a sword and sends him out into Enchanted Forest. His mother tells him he has a mission, but won't tell him what the mission is.
Fairly quickly Daystar bumps into a fire-witch. They are both in trouble with wizards, and decide to stick together. Daystar was taught to always be polite to dragons. They come across a young dragon. Daystar is very polite and the dragon joins the group. Near the end of the book Daystar finally figures out his mission and helps save the day.
This is a fun book. It moves along well. I stayed up till midnight to finish it. If your children like fantasy, you might have them try this book.
Oh no a dragon 2007-02-09
Talking To Dragons Jane Yolen Books,
Patricia C. Wrede ISBN 0-15-284247-0
Talking to Dragons is a great book about kings, princes, princesses, dragons, and wizards by Patricia C. Wrede. It takes place in Enchanted Forest. The narrator of the book is the main character, Daystar.
One day Daystar's mom tells him to go on a quest that he knows nothing about. He started out on a quest and meets new creatures and people, some of them become his companions and some his enemies.
His companions, a young fire witch named Shiara and a young dragon, become really good friends with him. They help him on his quest. After a while he started to figure out that the sword his mom gave him was important because everybody wanted it. People called it "The Sword of the Sleeping King." All he knew is that he needed to go through a cave to be where he was supposed to.
At the end he found the Sleeping King and everybody was reunited. I recommend this book to anyone who likes fantasy and also a happy ending. I recommend reading the first three books Dealing With Dragons, Searching For Dragons and Calling for Dragons.
PR28
SO much fun! 2006-09-25
All the Enchanted Forest Chronicles are so much fun! Definitely at my top of Harry Potter fan recommendations. They're just such an amusing read; I even teach with them. Don't forget to read "The Frying Pan of Doom."
