Call of the Dragon
- Author Natasha Bowen
- Narrator Osadumebi Osadumebi
- Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
- Publish Date 2 April 2026
- Run Time 13 hours and 46 minutes
- Format Audio
- Genre Children’s / Teenage fiction: Fantasy romance, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Mythic fantasy / Myths and Legends fiction, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Dragons, YFHB.
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The people are calling . . .
And the gods will answer.
Moremi has only ever known of two dragon gods watching over the prosperous Kingdom of Kwa. It is thanks to the great dragons that an unspeakable evil is kept at bay. But when someone tries to claim the gods’ power for their own, the process goes dreadfully wrong and the world’s darkest shadows are released.
Overnight, Kwa’s ancient tales of monsters become all too real. After realising a strange affinity for both God's Moremi is now Kwa’s only hope for restoring their full strength.
But will Jagun, the mysterious prince, let her anywhere near the gods? And how does her childhood friend, Nox, feel about it all? In any case, if Moremi fails her quest, then she risks the earth caving in and the sky crumbling down. . . .
© Natasha Bowen 2026 (P) Penguin Audio 2026
Critics Review
A richly imagined epic story that blends African mythology with high-stakes fantasy. Bowen’s worldbuilding is vivid and expansive, filled with lush landscapes, divine beasts, and folklore that thrums with power. Moremi’s struggles among loyalty, love, and destiny make her a compelling heroine, grounding the sweeping scale with emotional resonance.
While lore-heavy passages can momentarily slow the pace, the blend of mythic grandeur, high stakes, and heartfelt character work keeps the narrative engaging. VERDICT A vivid, powerful fantasy brimming with dragons, betrayal, and destiny. A must-purchase for collections serving teens who enjoy Tomi Adeyemi, Sabaa Tahir, and Christopher Paolini.
| Author | Natasha Bowen |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Osadumebi Osadumebi |
| Duration | 13 hours and 46 minutes |
| Release Date | |
| ISBN | 9781405988582 |
| Format | Audiobook |
| Publisher | Penguin Books Ltd |
| Genre | Children’s / Teenage fiction: Fantasy romance, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Mythic fantasy / Myths and Legends fiction, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Dragons, YFHB |
| Availability | AU, GB, IE |
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