This has been one of my favorite series since DragonSpell came out back in 2004, but somehow I missed this 4th book in the five book series.
Donita has developed a fantasy world of five high races and five low races, of dragons and mystical creatures, that reminds the reader of our world by the characters' behaviors, attitudes, and needs. The series follows Kale Allerion, first known as an orphan and outcast, through her stages of growing into her calling as Dragon Keeper and wizard.
The continent of Amara has drifted from the ways of Wulder, and its people find themselves under attack from various peoples, including evil wizards and Pretender.
In DragonFire, Paladin (Wulder's representive on Amara) is weak and ill because the people of Amara have chosen to ignore the fight that's now exploding in many parts of the country. Kale and Bardon are separated on this quest as each must use their talents and gifts for the good of all peoples. Kale continues to learn and grow through the search for a valley of dragons and the battles that follow.
This series is classified as Fiction/Allegory from WaterBrook Press and often it's the kids who like it, particularly young boys. But, you know, I like it too. I recommend the entire series to anyone who enjoys new worlds, Christian allegory, learning through fiction to make better decisions, and how to be noble in a messed up world.
