The people of Ridderden have always been at war with the dragons that has gone on and off for thousands of years. Losses heavy on both sides haven't deterred the ruling Families who continue to push the conflict despite it bleeding the land dry.
Lay Scáth, caster and the only scholar of dragons, has fled after his family were all killed. He is determined to stay out of the fight until Damen, a half dragon and the country's only hope for peace, crashes into his life. The only issue is Damen is a Skyborn, the Family responsible for ruining Lay's life.
A journey across Ridderden to reach the Home of the Dragons shows both enemies and friends and Lay is forced to make a choice. Follow through with his plan to get revenge or put them aside for the handsome man whose honesty starts to break him from his armor.
Full disclosure—the author is a dear friend so forgive me if this review is a tiny bit biased as a result. I cannot seperate the joy and pride in reading a book written by someone I love!
That being said there is so much I would have enjoyed in Sky Heart regardless of who wrote it. I grew up in the 90s devouring dragon fantasy, and this book activated that particular brand of cozy, immserive nostalgia I remember so well from my childhood. Sierra is a master world builder and did a remarkable job making Ridderden’s complex political landscape come to life. I was so intrigued by the fantasy universe and magical system she created, I cannot wait to spend more time there when the sequel comes out!