Description An unforgettable historical, high-octane adventure.
Daniel splits his time between Brooklyn and New Orleans..
He has worked as a bike messenger, a waiter, and a teacher, and was a New York City paramedic for 10 years.
His debut middle grade series, Dactyl Hill Squad, was named to the New York Times Notable, NPR, an Washington Post Best Book of the Year lists, among others.
His debut series for young adults, the Shadowshaper Cypher, has earned starred reviews, the International Latino Book Award, and New York Times Notable Book and NPR Best Books of the Year picks, among other accolades.
With the Civil War raging around her and the Union on the brink of collapse, how can Magdalys choose between the army that needs her help to survive and the brother she risked everything to save? About the Author Daniel José Older has always loved monsters, whether historical, prehistorical, or imaginary.
And she might not be the only one with a mysterious connection to dinosaurs.
But she doesn\'t want to abandon the search for her brother.
Magdalys\'s burgeoning powers might be the Union\'s last hope.
They\'re led by General Sheridan, surrounded by enemy forces in Tennessee and desperate for any edge to sway the tide of battle.
The squad links up with the dino-mounted troops of the Louisiana Native Guard, an all-black regiment in the Union Army fighting to free their people.
South to war.
South to rescue her Older brother. -- Dav Pilkey, author/illustrator of the Dog Man series Magdalys and the squad are flying south on pteroback.
Description An unforgettable historical, high-octane adventure
