The Dragon and the Apprentice by Sully Tarnish

All of the characters, both major and minor, added to the whimsy and snarky touch that makes this story so delightful. He has a knack of using unorthodox methods of accomplishing his goals, which can sometimes get him into trouble. Palomides is the most unusual wizard I have ever encountered, being fashionable, over-confident, and resourceful.

No matter what the dragons’ may be up to, Squire Shallow ensures that the proper rules of conduct are adhered to, as they are sensible dragons. Sir John the dragon, with the help of his trusted companion Squire Shallow, cause plenty of chaos all over the countryside, with finesse, good manners, and a plethora of high-brow vocabulary.

While the plot is entertaining, it’s the characters that drew me into the story. The rest of the story follows them on their quest to find the perfect apprentices, though not without difficulties. The result of one such battle leads them to make a most unusual wager. The story follows the rocky friendship of Sir John the dragon and Palomides and their never-ending desire to best each other during their annual contest. The characters are highly likable, and you can’t help but giggle at their constant need for to be proper, even when scheduling duels. The story takes place in the English countryside, in the time of knights and kings, of course, which lends a magical backdrop to the tale. It’s a whimsical tale with robust characters and a plot full of shenanigans. It’s the first book in the Chronicles of Sir John the Worm Series. I recently finished an excellent fantasy story called, The Dragon and the Apprentice by Sully Tarnish, which is sure to delight readers of all ages.