Il Codice del Drago

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«Tutto era stato studiato dal Signore dell’Ombra solo per impadronirsi del drago». Un gelido inverno al monastero. Un musico ha trovato un antico codice che forse non avrebbe dovuto leggere e Dana e l’Abate dovranno combattere ancora le Forze oscure, che scatenano misteriosi eventi anche nella lontana Valle di Maiden. Questa nuova sfida conclude la trilogia di Dana di Blackwood e restituisce al lettore la magia nascosta di un tempo che ancora vibra nelle coraggiose scelte della protagonista, a cui subito ci si affeziona. Lucia Raffaella Caprioli (1962) è nata e vive a La Spezia. Diplomata in pianoforte e laureata in Lettere, alterna l’attività artistico-musicale all’insegnamento nella Scuola media. Ha pubblicato la raccolta per ragazzi Poesie didattiche (2007) e la trilogia di Dana di Blackwood: Il Diamante della Luce (2013), L’Abate di ghiaccio (2018) e il presente romanzo.

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Il Codice del Drago by Lucia Raffaella Caprioli, published in 2020 and spanning 215 pages, serves as the captivating and atmospheric conclusion to the Dana di Blackwood trilogy. Set against the stark backdrop of a freezing winter within the quiet stone walls of a monastery, the narrative opens with a discovery that sets dark forces into motion. A musician stumbles upon an ancient and mysterious codex—a text containing secrets that perhaps should never have been brought to light. This single, fateful act of reading awakens dormant perils and triggers a cascade of inexplicable and menacing events that stretch far beyond the monastery, reaching deep into the distant and picturesque Valle di Maiden. The shadowy antagonist known as the Lord of Shadow has plotted meticulously, orchestrating every detail with one ultimate, sinister objective: to seize control of the legendary dragon. To counter this rising tide of darkness, the resourceful and brave protagonist Dana must once again join forces with the Abate. Together, they are thrust into a perilous new challenge that tests their resilience, their courage, and their unwavering bond. Throughout this concluding volume, Caprioli weaves together elements of mystery, ancient lore, and high fantasy, grounding the epic struggles in deeply human emotions and courageous choices. Readers who have followed Dana from the beginning will find themselves immediately re-engaging with her journey, as the narrative expertly recaptures the hidden magic of a bygone era that still pulses vibrantly beneath the surface of the world. The author, drawing on her rich background as a musician and a literature graduate, infuses the prose with a lyrical quality that echoes the winter chill, the resonance of old music, and the warmth of steadfast bravery. As the trilogy reaches its climax, the stakes are raised to their absolute limit, forcing Dana to confront not only external monsters but the very nature of fate and sacrifice. The book ultimately delivers a satisfying and resonant conclusion to an imaginative fantasy saga, leaving a lasting impression of courage and enduring magic.

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