When Flaxfield, the great wizard, dies, his apprentice, Sam, is left without a master. Sam has great power--but he doesn't know it yet. All he knows is that he needs a new master if he wants to finish his education in magic. With his dragon, Starback, at his side, Sam sets out alone on his quest.
Toby Forward is the author of more than 20 books for adults, teenagers, and children. He lives in North Yorkshire, England.