A review by batmayne_reads
Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor by Xiran Jay Zhao

adventurous challenging funny informative inspiring lighthearted sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

The book follows 3 characters zachary ying(main character), simon li and melissa wu as the travel through china to sealna leaking portal, the door to the other side. The kids are hosts to ancient emperors Qin Shi Huang, Tang Taizong and Wu Zetian (in order of characters) 
There were amazing historical teaching moments and modern references (avatar, dragon ball z, the mummy 3) that were perfect to the story 
Also had very real momemts on current issues in the world (muslim camps, british museum refusing return of artifacts)
Its like yugioh with AR and its amazing!



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