Dragon Pearl
by Yoon Ha Lee
Why read it
This novel blends Korean folklore with sprawling space opera. Following a teenage fox spirit who disguises herself and ventures into deep space to clear her missing brother's name, it provides an inventive mix of shapeshifting magic, ghostly encounters, and high-tech starships.
Where to get it
Available across the Netherlands in English via major retailers like Bol.com and Amazon.nl, or through international bookstores like the American Book Center and Waterstones Amsterdam. Ebook and audiobook editions can be found on Kobo, Storytel, Nextory, and Audible, with digital copies often accessible via the Dutch online library system through OverDrive/Libby.
What to expect
An energetic, briskly paced middle-grade to young-adult science fantasy adventure. The reading level is accessible and engaging, balancing humorous trickster energy with earnest family loyalty. Content notes: mild sci-fi peril, spaceships in combat, and dealing with grief/ghosts, all kept age-appropriate.
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