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Dragon Riders of Elantia (Jasmine Walt) #5
Test of the Dragon
When Zara and Lessie finally got their hands on a piece of the Dragon God’s heart, they thought their path was clear. Head to the Forge of Derynnis, gain the death god’s favor, and convince him to destroy the evil relic once and for all.
But getting to the Forge is no simple feat, and it’s not even the first thing on Zara’s list. Between battling the Dragon God’s sinister will, evading Salcombe’s sabotage attempts, and securing the future of her people, Zara’s got her work cut out for her. And when she finally reaches the death god’s lair, the price she’ll be forced to pay for his help might just break her…
But getting to the Forge is no simple feat, and it’s not even the first thing on Zara’s list. Between battling the Dragon God’s sinister will, evading Salcombe’s sabotage attempts, and securing the future of her people, Zara’s got her work cut out for her. And when she finally reaches the death god’s lair, the price she’ll be forced to pay for his help might just break her…
228 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 14, 2023
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July 21, 2026
THIS SERIES IS SO GOOD
August 6, 2024
I felt like the majority of this book didn't add anything to the series; the parts that were important could've been added into the last book. There were several side stories that were completely irrelevant, such as the altercation with the islanders, saving orphans, rescuing eggs etc. Yet while writing about these the author kept mentioning how they needed to reach the God of the dead. It felt like the author was teasing us along because Zara wasn't doing what she needed to do. Additionally, some themes also felt redundant, like saving orphans and mentioning how "they've gone through such an ordeal," and blaming the wealthy for every problem. If it's going to be a long series, I'd like to see new material that is also relevant to the conclusion.
Zara and Lord Tavarian's relationship didn't develop anymore than it has throughout the series. It's still insta-love. We don't get to see any depth.
On a positive note, Walt is good a pacing with the amount of action and downtime. The series kept me interested until now.
Zara and Lord Tavarian's relationship didn't develop anymore than it has throughout the series. It's still insta-love. We don't get to see any depth.
On a positive note, Walt is good a pacing with the amount of action and downtime. The series kept me interested until now.
July 27, 2026
Overall Series Rating: 4/5 stars
Audiobook Rating: 4/5 stars, paced so well that I flew through these books back-to-back without losing interest for a second!
Format: Audiobook
The Dragon Riders of Elantia is an exciting adventure with fantastic pacing and immersive feel. I found myself laughing at times, and other times being in so much shock that I'd be utterly frozen, needing a moment just to digest what had happened before hitting play again
I fell in love with both the main cast and the supporting characters. Unlike many books where side characters feel like background noise, Jasmine gives each one enough depth and story that you truly get to know them.
The overall flow of the series was impressive, building up tension and excitement with every single book. My only slight critique is that after all that incredible, high-stakes setup, the final book felt just a little bit rushed and anticlimactic compared to what was promised by the build-up.
That being said, I loved every minute of this series, even when it was hurting my feelings! Thank you for creating such a rich and captivating world, Jasmine. I can't wait to step into your other series!
Audiobook Rating: 4/5 stars, paced so well that I flew through these books back-to-back without losing interest for a second!
Format: Audiobook
The Dragon Riders of Elantia is an exciting adventure with fantastic pacing and immersive feel. I found myself laughing at times, and other times being in so much shock that I'd be utterly frozen, needing a moment just to digest what had happened before hitting play again
I fell in love with both the main cast and the supporting characters. Unlike many books where side characters feel like background noise, Jasmine gives each one enough depth and story that you truly get to know them.
The overall flow of the series was impressive, building up tension and excitement with every single book. My only slight critique is that after all that incredible, high-stakes setup, the final book felt just a little bit rushed and anticlimactic compared to what was promised by the build-up.
That being said, I loved every minute of this series, even when it was hurting my feelings! Thank you for creating such a rich and captivating world, Jasmine. I can't wait to step into your other series!
June 25, 2024
Of my gosh, this book is AWESOME!!! 👏👏👏😍😍😍
My only teeny, tiny complaint is that it ended on such a cliffhanger, and I have to take time to write this review before diving into the next book in the series! 🤣😂🤣
I really am enjoying this series. I keep thinking the next book can't be as good as the one I just read, and every time, I'm pleasantly surprised!
My only teeny, tiny complaint is that it ended on such a cliffhanger, and I have to take time to write this review before diving into the next book in the series! 🤣😂🤣
I really am enjoying this series. I keep thinking the next book can't be as good as the one I just read, and every time, I'm pleasantly surprised!
January 15, 2024
It gave me Percy Jackson vibes? All the traveling and test and proving their worthiness, it was really nice
Although I feel like the series could’ve been a few books shorter it’s still pretty good and easy to read
Although I feel like the series could’ve been a few books shorter it’s still pretty good and easy to read
January 23, 2025
So close!
We’re so close to the end now! This book was definitely better than the last one! I enjoyed every minute of it! The descriptions of the world and story felt less rushed in this book!
We’re so close to the end now! This book was definitely better than the last one! I enjoyed every minute of it! The descriptions of the world and story felt less rushed in this book!
April 19, 2026
The further along I got with this series. The harder it was to continue reading I feel as though all of the books could’ve been combined into one large book. The writing is very repetitive and just didn’t flow as well as they probably could’ve.
August 23, 2023
Best one yet. I don’t want this to be over
May 8, 2024
Oh my God! I can't believe this story ends with such a cliffhanger!
October 20, 2024
Great Series
This series is so much fun. I couldn’t put it down. I ended up finishing all 6 books in 4 days. Love it so much.
This series is so much fun. I couldn’t put it down. I ended up finishing all 6 books in 4 days. Love it so much.
February 6, 2025
This Clifthanger is illeagal
Good thrills in this one, and great characters and world exploration. I love the different areas they go to and how others view dragons.
Good thrills in this one, and great characters and world exploration. I love the different areas they go to and how others view dragons.
March 27, 2025
Oh the dang cliff hanger your left with when you finish this one!! Glad that I didn't have to wait to read the next one but man--what a cliff hanger!!
June 3, 2025
Great a story with a nice cliffhanger
Loving the story, the slow burn romance between the main characters and the entire story line plot, I definitely recommend the author
Loving the story, the slow burn romance between the main characters and the entire story line plot, I definitely recommend the author
June 10, 2025
Great story
This is a great book. Can not wait for the next book. Already ordered. Love this story line. Great characters. Great world-building building.
This is a great book. Can not wait for the next book. Already ordered. Love this story line. Great characters. Great world-building building.
September 3, 2025
Stupid cliffhanger!
I only keep reading because I have the next book in my queue. I like the story. Each book is interesting and a joy to read.
I only keep reading because I have the next book in my queue. I like the story. Each book is interesting and a joy to read.
May 21, 2026
Lost interest which is so sad given how the first book was an adventure I enjoyed. Whoever advised the author to stretch out the series ruined the vibes.
July 28, 2026
The weakest book in the series imo but still good!
Probably could have cut a lot of filler moments and then split the rest into books 4 and 6
Probably could have cut a lot of filler moments and then split the rest into books 4 and 6
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