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The Dragonwall Saga #4
Koldis the Green
Claire understand that to defeat Kane, she must master her magic. That means journeying deep within the forest, all the way to Esterpine, to study with the Sprites. But the forest isn't what it once was. A sickness is spreading, twisting all that it touches. With it, unrest grows among the prominent bloodlines under Queen Jade's rule. If Claire cannot conquer her doubts and step into the shoes she was meant to fill, the forest kingdom will fall.
Meanwhile, Talon and Reyr have a new ally. The Dwargs have pledged their support in retaking Fort Squall. Plans are brewing. The Drengr must stand up against Kane and his wild dragons, or risk losing more of the north. But battling these beasts won't be easy. The people of Squall's End are at the mercy of dragonfire. How then can Talon hope to reconquer the fort without losing lives? What he needs is a secret weapon. A way to protect the people. Perhaps when the time comes, he might find exactly that.
Meanwhile, Talon and Reyr have a new ally. The Dwargs have pledged their support in retaking Fort Squall. Plans are brewing. The Drengr must stand up against Kane and his wild dragons, or risk losing more of the north. But battling these beasts won't be easy. The people of Squall's End are at the mercy of dragonfire. How then can Talon hope to reconquer the fort without losing lives? What he needs is a secret weapon. A way to protect the people. Perhaps when the time comes, he might find exactly that.
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Melissa Mitchell
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Mrs. Mitchell is an author of young adult fantasy and paranormal romance. Her debut novel, Blood and Ballet, is a unique combination of two of her favorite things: vampires and ballet. She is currently working on a young adult epic fantasy series set in the fictional world of Dragonwall. You can purchase the first and second installments, Talon the Black and Reyr the Gold, through bookstores worldwide. Autographed copies can be obtained from her website store.
Mrs. Mitchell also has her Ph. D in physics with an emphasis in non-imaging optics; she is an illumination engineer for a large corporate lighting company in the United States.
She adores spending time with her husband and their three dogs (two Siberian huskies and an English lab). She also enjoys playing piano, reading, writing, baking goodies, eating chocolate, tea, wine, Prosecco, and especially bullet journaling.
Mrs. Mitchell offers “author reviews” for books that catch her eye, and you are welcome to submit your book request via goodreads messages. She reserves the right to leave messages unanswered if the book does not catch her attention.
Mrs. Mitchell is an author of young adult fantasy and paranormal romance. Her debut novel, Blood and Ballet, is a unique combination of two of her favorite things: vampires and ballet. She is currently working on a young adult epic fantasy series set in the fictional world of Dragonwall. You can purchase the first and second installments, Talon the Black and Reyr the Gold, through bookstores worldwide. Autographed copies can be obtained from her website store.
Mrs. Mitchell also has her Ph. D in physics with an emphasis in non-imaging optics; she is an illumination engineer for a large corporate lighting company in the United States.
She adores spending time with her husband and their three dogs (two Siberian huskies and an English lab). She also enjoys playing piano, reading, writing, baking goodies, eating chocolate, tea, wine, Prosecco, and especially bullet journaling.
Mrs. Mitchell offers “author reviews” for books that catch her eye, and you are welcome to submit your book request via goodreads messages. She reserves the right to leave messages unanswered if the book does not catch her attention.
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January 6, 2024
loved claire’s progress and development with her powers🫶🫶
October 18, 2023
I don’t think that this series need introduction in my profile. I have read and reviewed all three previous instalments in the series and my love for Dragonwall is known to those who follow me some time now.
In this book, we see the story from Koldis’ perspective. We delve a bit further into the story and also into other characters that we find in the spotlight in this book.
The world building is once more amazing. I love the way it is presented and how magic works. I love the way Melissa is ‘feeding’ us pieces of the greater story and how these pieces slowly fill in the gaps and the background plot.
The romance is forever present in the series but I like that is not central-built but compliments the fantasy parts. Every book focuses on a different romance so I’ll leave it to you to discover by reading the book ;)
In this book, we see the story from Koldis’ perspective. We delve a bit further into the story and also into other characters that we find in the spotlight in this book.
The world building is once more amazing. I love the way it is presented and how magic works. I love the way Melissa is ‘feeding’ us pieces of the greater story and how these pieces slowly fill in the gaps and the background plot.
The romance is forever present in the series but I like that is not central-built but compliments the fantasy parts. Every book focuses on a different romance so I’ll leave it to you to discover by reading the book ;)
August 13, 2025
4.3 Stars
Disclaimer: Please remember that these are my opinions and if you feel differently, that’s okay. Thanks!
Notes: POV = 3rd person, multiple POVs, with heavy focus on Esterpine, the Sprite realm, and the political and magical dynamics there.
Overall: The scope stays wide with new settings, lore, and political intrigue. The pacing slows in places due to long recaps and info dumps. The forest and Sprite culture add a fresh dynamic, though some plot elements feel inconsistent with the rules previously established.
Main Characters: I found that Claire is at her most dramatic here, with constant hyperbole that sometimes undermines her otherwise strong role. Nevertheless, I enjoyed the time we spent with her in this book. I feel like we spent significantly less time with Talon than we have in previous books but the action in this one made that a sacrifice that I brushed past easily. Koldis is one of my favorite shields, so it was really nice to get some more chapters focused on him.
Side Characters: The King Tree is oddly charming and memorable. Some things in this one feel off, like they’re plot armour and feel forced to me (but that could just be me). Cat’s arc works as a redemption shift, even if she is not truly redeemed. Her fit with the ship’s crew makes sense to me and I like her there, even if she never really received justice.
Plot/Story: I know that this book had to happen, that Claire had to get the training she needs for the next three books (I can’t believe there’s only three left! And the last two will BOTH be out this year!) I’m glad that things aren’t unrealistically easy for her. The revelations about Isabella’s cruelty toward the Drengr continue to amaze me, it really is shocking considering that she is known to be about balance and all that (but clearly, is more selfish than she is remembered).
Romance: The shield romances are hard to invest in since the rules make them doomed. Bryon and Tamara’s relationship is more satisfying, echoing the warmth of Bryon’s parents.
General: The “previously on” style recap at the start is frustrating. It might have been useful when the books were released far apart, but now it interrupts momentum for anyone reading the series back to back.
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Disclaimer: Please remember that these are my opinions and if you feel differently, that’s okay. Thanks!
Notes: POV = 3rd person, multiple POVs, with heavy focus on Esterpine, the Sprite realm, and the political and magical dynamics there.
Overall: The scope stays wide with new settings, lore, and political intrigue. The pacing slows in places due to long recaps and info dumps. The forest and Sprite culture add a fresh dynamic, though some plot elements feel inconsistent with the rules previously established.
Main Characters: I found that Claire is at her most dramatic here, with constant hyperbole that sometimes undermines her otherwise strong role. Nevertheless, I enjoyed the time we spent with her in this book. I feel like we spent significantly less time with Talon than we have in previous books but the action in this one made that a sacrifice that I brushed past easily. Koldis is one of my favorite shields, so it was really nice to get some more chapters focused on him.
Side Characters: The King Tree is oddly charming and memorable. Some things in this one feel off, like they’re plot armour and feel forced to me (but that could just be me). Cat’s arc works as a redemption shift, even if she is not truly redeemed. Her fit with the ship’s crew makes sense to me and I like her there, even if she never really received justice.
Plot/Story: I know that this book had to happen, that Claire had to get the training she needs for the next three books (I can’t believe there’s only three left! And the last two will BOTH be out this year!) I’m glad that things aren’t unrealistically easy for her. The revelations about Isabella’s cruelty toward the Drengr continue to amaze me, it really is shocking considering that she is known to be about balance and all that (but clearly, is more selfish than she is remembered).
Romance: The shield romances are hard to invest in since the rules make them doomed. Bryon and Tamara’s relationship is more satisfying, echoing the warmth of Bryon’s parents.
General: The “previously on” style recap at the start is frustrating. It might have been useful when the books were released far apart, but now it interrupts momentum for anyone reading the series back to back.
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August 23, 2025
Incredible- in absolute awe of the work Melissa Mitchell provides! The ability to go onto book 4 (Koldis) and still continue to build a slow burn with not only the FMC and MMC but with other characters as well.
This series starts with what we believe to be multiple side stories or quests that start weaving intricately and beautifully. The characters continue to develop and grow on the reader.
This book (at this time) is my favorite in the series! So much banter, yearning, and moments that make the reader feel giddy, butterflies, warm and fuzzy inside. Followed by moments shock and relief. All of the things every book should do to pull you in.
This is a 5 star read-hands down 🙌🏽
Book 5 ( Beldeth) is on deck! (I would binge but Jovari is just preordered and what if there’s a cliff hanger…)
This series starts with what we believe to be multiple side stories or quests that start weaving intricately and beautifully. The characters continue to develop and grow on the reader.
This book (at this time) is my favorite in the series! So much banter, yearning, and moments that make the reader feel giddy, butterflies, warm and fuzzy inside. Followed by moments shock and relief. All of the things every book should do to pull you in.
This is a 5 star read-hands down 🙌🏽
Book 5 ( Beldeth) is on deck! (I would binge but Jovari is just preordered and what if there’s a cliff hanger…)
November 3, 2025
Oh, my God. I can't even.
I have found here a naturally badass FMC that does not come across as a try-hard. I think Claire might be... wait, let me think... yes, Claire might be the first FMC that I truly love. She is smart, she is strong, she is growing...
The development of Koldis here.... ugh, Koldis might be my favorite shield so far...
Spending time in Esterpine, the sprite forest is such a beautiful world... Walking around the forest, caressing unicorns, and singing vines to life... Yes, I am here for it.
Jeanine's story, I am looking forward to how it continues developing...
How unexpected the development of Caterina!
Des has come so far too!
I am deeply worried for each and every character as war looms big.
I have found here a naturally badass FMC that does not come across as a try-hard. I think Claire might be... wait, let me think... yes, Claire might be the first FMC that I truly love. She is smart, she is strong, she is growing...
The development of Koldis here.... ugh, Koldis might be my favorite shield so far...
Spending time in Esterpine, the sprite forest is such a beautiful world... Walking around the forest, caressing unicorns, and singing vines to life... Yes, I am here for it.
Jeanine's story, I am looking forward to how it continues developing...
How unexpected the development of Caterina!
Des has come so far too!
I am deeply worried for each and every character as war looms big.
September 4, 2023
OMG this is definitely one of my favourite books of the series so far!! Mitchell’s writing is just getting better and better, it’s such a joy to read these books.
I was hesitant knowing that Talon and Claire didn’t have too many scenes together but OMG now I don’t even know why because the book was amazing and the scenes they did have together? impeccable !!
Need the next book to be fully uploaded already!!
I was hesitant knowing that Talon and Claire didn’t have too many scenes together but OMG now I don’t even know why because the book was amazing and the scenes they did have together? impeccable !!
Need the next book to be fully uploaded already!!
October 22, 2025
5*
This series has me completely enthralled. The badass FMC became even more badass, I’m loving everything second of it. A few of the side characters got into my nerves, because I wasn’t that interested in what they were doing, but I still ended up enjoying the little extra snippets. I’m afraid that I’m building up too many expectations, but it has been so freaking amazing so far. I’m dying to know what will happen next.
This series has me completely enthralled. The badass FMC became even more badass, I’m loving everything second of it. A few of the side characters got into my nerves, because I wasn’t that interested in what they were doing, but I still ended up enjoying the little extra snippets. I’m afraid that I’m building up too many expectations, but it has been so freaking amazing so far. I’m dying to know what will happen next.
January 10, 2026
Loved it!
I wasn't sure how well I would enjoy this book being a seven book series, but so far it's SO good! There's a lot going on while following many different characters, so there is plenty going on to keep my interest. Mitchell does a fantastic job organizing the plot so it's not overwhelming or confusing at all. Each location and each storyline are very specific and unique, so it's easy to keep everything organized in my brain. I love it so far... highly recommend!
I wasn't sure how well I would enjoy this book being a seven book series, but so far it's SO good! There's a lot going on while following many different characters, so there is plenty going on to keep my interest. Mitchell does a fantastic job organizing the plot so it's not overwhelming or confusing at all. Each location and each storyline are very specific and unique, so it's easy to keep everything organized in my brain. I love it so far... highly recommend!
July 18, 2025
couldn’t put it down
Yes it is a slow burn But you’ll soon be wrapped up with the side intricacies of all characters. Mitchell builds a world up through her characters and their views against good and evil.
Yes it is a slow burn But you’ll soon be wrapped up with the side intricacies of all characters. Mitchell builds a world up through her characters and their views against good and evil.
December 30, 2025
Spice alert
Unfortunately this book had some spice which I was not expecting and it was totally unnecessary. There are also hints of homosexuality, which I also found to be unnecessary. I would never had picked these books had I known.
Unfortunately this book had some spice which I was not expecting and it was totally unnecessary. There are also hints of homosexuality, which I also found to be unnecessary. I would never had picked these books had I known.
November 27, 2023
Please write more it is a very desperate need and it's literally the best book ever
January 5, 2026
pilgrimages are Boeing to me
January 7, 2026
I'm SO hooked.
I absolutely adore Unka I hope he doesn't betray them
I absolutely adore Unka I hope he doesn't betray them
January 18, 2026
I loved seeing Claire step into her power this book!
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