Annabelle is a teen-aged girl who feels like a misfit most of the time. Her difficulties with friendship and trust are put fully to the test when she discovers a dragon hiding in the woods behind her home, and a strange and powerful bond forms between them. When this beautiful and enchanting creature is joined by a fellow ally from a far-away world called Qi Ba Ru, they invite Annabelle to go on an adventure she couldn't possibly imagine.
The dragon speaks of a legend of her return to a world that was once well known to her ancestors and explains that her human family is in great danger. An evil war lord from this world, Daramac, has dedicated his life to putting an end to humankind, and he may have finally found a way to get to Annabelle's world and complete his mission. Full of fear, mistrust, and uncertainty, Annabelle embarks on this quest, relying more and more on the bonds she has formed with the dragon, Arielle, and the half-elf, Doogal.
Once in Qi Ba Ru, Doogal, Arielle and Annabelle hope to recover Daramac's greatest hidden treasure - the stolen golden eggs which hold the last of the female dragons of their time. The Legend of The Return paints Annabelle as the hero of the story, but she cannot believe it to be true. She is just a girl who misses her mom, and who feels afraid and unsure. This bond she has formed with her dragon, Arielle, is changing her, though. Maybe, when fueled by love and trust, anything is possible. Maybe their love is even strong enough to overcome great evil. As Annabelle faces this strange new world, she must find courage, confidence, and love within.
McDonald, Patricia a.: - Patti McDonald is a lifelong storyteller who enjoys sharing her tales and impacting lives. Her love of writing began in her high-school English class when her teacher shared her short story with the other students. The feedback was surprisingly positive and encouraging. She finds writing helps her sort through her thoughts and gives her a voice to encourage and guide others. She regularly shares stories on social media, and her audience there encouraged her to write this book. Writing has become a way to unite and ignite the people of her world.
Patti has dedicated much of her life to adopting and raising abandoned and neglected dogs. Now pet-free, she pet-sits and walks dogs for families, and dog-whispering just might be one of her gifts. She enjoys spending her time volunteering for a variety of organizations. She is an advocate for women's recreational sports, and works hard in her community to create a safe space for women to enjoy sports in a supportive and nurturing environment. In her spare time, Patti likes to stay active and creative by playing pickleball, cycling, golfing, painting, knitting, crocheting, and teaching. She is fiercely dedicated to her family and friends. She currently lives in Woodstock, Ontario.
