DRAGON ISLAND

With vivid pacing and chilling attention to detail, narrator Chris Patton drops listeners into Dragon Island and envelops them in a story that is one part mythological monster lesson, one part thrilling teen battle epic. On a trail through the harrowing island, Patton maintains focus and pulls listeners into the conflicted emotions of the young protagonist, who is charged with fulfilling a staggering mission. Patton's pliant tenor channels the voices and stories of wise elders, young warriors, and a barrage of other friends and foes without missing a beat, which is particularly helpful for listeners during fight scenes and escape sequences. Maintaining the tension of frenzied moments without sacrificing meaning, Patton impels listeners forward with humor and precision. K.S.B. © AudioFile 2014, Portland, Maine [Published: MARCH 2014]