The Mark of the Dragonfly

The Mark of the Dragonfly by Jaleigh Johnson

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


This book should become a favorite in the middle school crowd.  It is about a resourceful girl named Piper, who lives in Scrap Town # 16. The residents of Scrap Towns barely make a living from gathering objects that have fallen from the sky during meteor showers.  Piper's father died not too long ago, and she is left on her own trying to survive in the Scrap Town.  During one meteor shower, she finds an injured girl, Anna. with the "mark of the dragonfly" on her arm.  She rescues her and restores her to health.  Then a frightening man comes looking for Anna.  When Piper sees how afraid Anna is of the man, even though Anna seems to have no memory, she and Anna escape and board the 401 train out of town. They are headed to Dragonfly territory, which is the likely home of Anna.  The author does an interesting job of world building as the girls discover magical talents,in a world combining steampunk with mythical creatures. There is action, adventure, and even a little romance, as the girls make their way on the 401.  Who could ask for more?



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