The Legend of Greg, Chris Rylander
The Legend of Greg, Chris Rylander
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The Legend of Greg

Author: Chris Rylander

Narrator: Robbie Daymond

Unabridged: 10 hr 34 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/12/2018


Synopsis

A boy discovers his destiny could totally stink in this riotously funny fantasy-adventure

Risk-averse Greg Belmont is content with being ordinary. He's got a friend--that's right, just one--at his fancy prep school, and a pretty cool dad (even if he is obsessed with organic soaps that smell like a mix of salted pork and Icelandic bog). The problem is, Greg isn't ordinary . . . he's actually an honest-to-goodness, fantastical Dwarf!

He discovers the truth the day his dad brings home a gross new tea--one that awakens bizarre abilities in Greg. Then a murderous Bro-Troll kidnaps his dad and Greg is whisked away to the Underground, where Dwarves have lived for centuries right beneath the streets of Chicago.

With the help of some awesome new friends and a talking ax, Greg learns all about the history of the Dwarves, which has been marked with tales of epic failure since the dawn of time. However, the return of the magic they once wielded means big changes are afoot, escalating tensions with the Dwarves' sworn enemy: the Elves.

Brimming with humor and action, Chris Rylander's The Legend of Greg turns dwarf lore on its head, delivering an adventure readers won't be able to resist.

About The Author

Chris Rylander is the author of the Fourth Stall saga and the Codename Conspiracy series. A fan of chocolate, chips, and chocolate chips, he lives in Chicago.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Stewart on June 08, 2018

Disclaimer: I won a free copy of this book in a Goodreads giveaway. Greg Belmont always believed he was an ordinary kid. Sure, his dad is a bit on the eccentric side, obsessed with organic soaps and cereals. Sure, his best friend at school also seems to be his ONLY friend. And, sure, the Belmont fam......more

Goodreads review by Aeicha on June 18, 2018

Greg Belmont discovers that he's a Dwarf and there's a whole world of Dwarves, Elves, and magic that he never knew existed. When his father is kidnapped by Trolls and his own magical abilities are triggered, Greg is whisked away to the world of Dwarves located underneath Chicago. There he makes a fe......more

Goodreads review by Alex on July 17, 2018

This is definitely the next Percy Jackson. I was starting to read this book, but immediately I fell in love with Greg. He is relatable to most pre-teens. Even though his dad has some quirks, he secretly loves those quirks and has a great relationship with him. Edwin is his best friend who is conside......more

Goodreads review by Adriana on August 11, 2018

3 based on the old Goodreads system. This book took me awhile to get through for a lot of reasons. It had a very strong beginning and I thought I was going to love it! But as I kept reading it kind of died on me.... the pacing was really really off and then I felt like I was reading 3 different books......more

Goodreads review by Carolina on August 12, 2018

The worldbuilding is a little bit weird, but I love the characters and the writing style!......more


Quotes

Praise for The Legend of Greg: An Epic Series of Failures:

"A potent blend of magic, adventure, and humor."—Kirkus Reviews

"Humorous, heartfelt . . . In this start to a new series, An Epic Series of Failures, Rylander conjures up an engaging world, filled with hidden magical beings and a rich history."—Publishers Weekly

"Delightful . . . funny and absorbing."—Chicago Tribune

"The Legend of Greg is an entertaining and comical middle grade fantasy, sure to keep readers laughing as they cheer Greg along."—Shelf Awareness

"This immediately engaging story features plot twists; puns; detailed, disgusting descriptions; and intriguing chapter headings . . . Silly enough to lure upper elementary audiences while still sufficiently sophisticated for older readers, this satisfying series debut from a popular author should attract plenty of attention."—School Library Connection