A Dragon Used to Live Here    by Annette LeBlanc Cate Order:  USA  Can Candlewick, 2022 (2022) Hardcover, e-Book     Reviewed by Hilary Williamson Annette LeBlanc Cate's A Dragon Used to Live Here is a beautifully illustrated chapter book aimed at ages seven to ten. It introduces children of the nobility, Thomas and Emily, practicing archery in their grassy castle courtyard. Searching for a lost arrow, they find an entrance to the castle's lower level. There they meet crabby scribe Meg McThorn, who arouses their curiosity by mentioning that she was their mother Catherine's childhood friend and that a dragon once lived in the castle. They bribe Meg with baked treats to tell them stories - which she does, with many interruptions. In return they help her castle scribing department with its duties. The tale evolves to include wood elves, knights, the children's father Sir Stephen, a tennis trophy, a basilisk - and the end of the close friendship between Meg and Catherine. Thomas and Emily decide to do whatever it takes to fix this in time for their parents' big anniversary party. After a rocky start, and a night-time tennis tournament, they do succeed. Note: Opinions expressed in reviews and articles on this site are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of BookLoons. Find more Kids books on our Shelves or in our book Reviews