Happy Thursday everyone! Welcome back to Books from the Backlog , the weekly linkup I'm taking part of which is hosted by Carole's Random Life in Books . This is a great way to put a spotlight on books that I've had sitting on my shelf for awhile. I don't know when I'll get to my weekly featured book, but I hope to some time hopefully soon. This Week's Neglected Book: Race to the End of the World ( The Mapmaker Chronicles #1) by A.L. Tait Published: October 14, 2014 Genre: Middle Grade Fantasy Adventure My Copy: Format: Paperback Pages: 239 Where I Acquired It: Goodwill Summary (From Goodreads): A map of the world? Why did the King want that? Everyone knew if you went too far in either direction you'd fall off the edge, into the jaws of Genesi, the fire-breathing dragon. A reluctant adventurer. A ship captained by a slave. A mysterious sea monster. And a race to the end of the world. The first thrilling book in The Mapmaker Chronicles ...