The Golden Dream of Carlo Chuchio

Summary: A beautiful Kirkassi girl, cold-eyed villains and smiling killers, a bazaar merchant peddling slightly used dreams—could any young adventurer ask for more? Not Carlo Chuchio, who is seeking hidden treasure on the legendary Road of Golden Dreams.

With Baksheesh, the world's worst camel-puller, Carlo leads a caravan through the realm of Keshavar. Robbed of all but his underdrawers, mistaken for a mighty warrior and then for a crown prince, Carlo risks his life for a prize that may not even exist.

Thoughts: Lloyd Alexander is a masterful writer and blends eastern myth with western humor to create excitingly unique stories. This one is no exception and will have you laughing and reading eagerly to see where on earth this story could possibly be going! Full of fun, fantasy, and adventure, The Golden Dream is a great read for a slow day!

Content: Aside from some magical elements, the story is clean for all ages!