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The moment you see a dragon is usually your last…
Since the dragons emerged–along with the scourge that ravaged our lands and people–there’s only one human city that remains standing: Vingard.
But the hellfire from above is nothing compared to the threat from within. For there is no worse fate than being dragon cursed. Slowly and excruciatingly, you’ll be transformed into a mindless beast who destroys everything–and everyone–you love.
Any of us could be tainted. Any of us could be lying. Any of us could be caught and killed by the authorities.
And I’m terrified that I might be next.
There’s only one other person who might suspect my secret. He’s like my shadow, following me wherever I go. Part protector, part tormentor, fully annoying. Sometimes I think I am just one of the million unfathomable secrets he keeps hidden.
Because Lucan definitely knows something.
And if I’m dragon cursed, death might be the only mercy I get.
Since the dragons emerged–along with the scourge that ravaged our lands and people–there’s only one human city that remains standing: Vingard.
But the hellfire from above is nothing compared to the threat from within. For there is no worse fate than being dragon cursed. Slowly and excruciatingly, you’ll be transformed into a mindless beast who destroys everything–and everyone–you love.
Any of us could be tainted. Any of us could be lying. Any of us could be caught and killed by the authorities.
And I’m terrified that I might be next.
There’s only one other person who might suspect my secret. He’s like my shadow, following me wherever I go. Part protector, part tormentor, fully annoying. Sometimes I think I am just one of the million unfathomable secrets he keeps hidden.
Because Lucan definitely knows something.
And if I’m dragon cursed, death might be the only mercy I get.
448 pages, Hardcover
Expected publication January 6, 2026
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October 23, 2025After reading the entirety of her Loom Saga series, I am so ready for another Elise Kova dragon book 🙂↕️🤍
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September 29, 2024a book about DRAGONS written by the genius ELISE KOVA??? SIGN. ME. UP.
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December 29, 2024this might be my most anticipated fantasy of 2025 🥰
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December 6, 2025how have i just found out about this?????????
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October 28, 2024LOOK AT THAT STUNNING COVER!!!
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February 7, 2025Yes.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
There is nothing worse than being Dragon Cursed, right? Maybe, if that is all you’ve ever been taught to think…
OK, I’m not going to lie here- I read this book so fast (literally all day yesterday) that I think the words started to blend together😂 I couldn’t put it down! I *needed* to know what was going to happen to Isola! I mean, she thinks she may be Dragon Cursed- and her shadow Lucan is constantly keeping a close eye on her, so I cannot imagine the anxiety she was feeling. I cannot talk too much about the plot because my jaw is still on the floor (in a good way) and I can still barely get my thoughts together, but know this: I need Book #2 ASAP please!
The way I screamed “HOLY PLOT TWIST!” after a REALLY important scene in the book…y’all are not prepared for it (I was literally going insane after I read it and immediately needed to find a trusted adult that I could talk to LOL).
I do think that there is room for a bit more explanation on the magic system, and I’d love a little bit more world building to orient myself (however, I think for where Book #1 takes place, it would make sense that we, as readers, should feel a bit isolated ourselves. I’m the type of reader that likes to see the broad picture first and then go into specifics; however, I do see this as more of an artistic choice by the author). There is so much left up for Book 2 to get in to, and I’m excited to see where the story goes from here!
OK, I’m not going to lie here- I read this book so fast (literally all day yesterday) that I think the words started to blend together😂 I couldn’t put it down! I *needed* to know what was going to happen to Isola! I mean, she thinks she may be Dragon Cursed- and her shadow Lucan is constantly keeping a close eye on her, so I cannot imagine the anxiety she was feeling. I cannot talk too much about the plot because my jaw is still on the floor (in a good way) and I can still barely get my thoughts together, but know this: I need Book #2 ASAP please!
The way I screamed “HOLY PLOT TWIST!” after a REALLY important scene in the book…y’all are not prepared for it (I was literally going insane after I read it and immediately needed to find a trusted adult that I could talk to LOL).
I do think that there is room for a bit more explanation on the magic system, and I’d love a little bit more world building to orient myself (however, I think for where Book #1 takes place, it would make sense that we, as readers, should feel a bit isolated ourselves. I’m the type of reader that likes to see the broad picture first and then go into specifics; however, I do see this as more of an artistic choice by the author). There is so much left up for Book 2 to get in to, and I’m excited to see where the story goes from here!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
ARC Reader Book Review 🤍
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
(Warning: yummy quote down below)
This gave me AoT vibes, but dragons!!
(Although, I kinda expected a bit more dragon appearances.) The purple dragon was probably the most unique to me and my fave lol.
And knowing AoT, I kinda was able to predict a few things, but I still enjoyed it as a whole.
The trials were intriguing (I always love me some deadly games and trials), I do hope to see a bit more world building in book 2 though.
The characters 😭🤍 I can’t wait to get to know our found family a bit more as well— You’ll understand towards the end lol!!
Isola and Saipha 🫶🏽
I love when a book has 2 best friends in it, but the way Kova had my mind spinning—
*Sigh*
Just know this will keep you on your toes!!
Lucan was so 🥹
“It was you. It was always you.” The way he was drawn to me. The way that even when I found him insufferable, I couldn’t stop myself from staring at him. The way I was compelled to trust him over, and over, and over again.”
Can you really trust anyone in this though 🙃
*Gaslight* *Gaslight*
Lmfaoooo.
Overall, this was packed w/ so much suspense!!
And that ending… Ahhhhhhhh 😭😭😭
I need book 2 lol.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
(Warning: yummy quote down below)
This gave me AoT vibes, but dragons!!
(Although, I kinda expected a bit more dragon appearances.) The purple dragon was probably the most unique to me and my fave lol.
And knowing AoT, I kinda was able to predict a few things, but I still enjoyed it as a whole.
The trials were intriguing (I always love me some deadly games and trials), I do hope to see a bit more world building in book 2 though.
The characters 😭🤍 I can’t wait to get to know our found family a bit more as well— You’ll understand towards the end lol!!
Isola and Saipha 🫶🏽
I love when a book has 2 best friends in it, but the way Kova had my mind spinning—
*Sigh*
Just know this will keep you on your toes!!
Lucan was so 🥹
“It was you. It was always you.” The way he was drawn to me. The way that even when I found him insufferable, I couldn’t stop myself from staring at him. The way I was compelled to trust him over, and over, and over again.”
Can you really trust anyone in this though 🙃
*Gaslight* *Gaslight*
Lmfaoooo.
Overall, this was packed w/ so much suspense!!
And that ending… Ahhhhhhhh 😭😭😭
I need book 2 lol.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
*I was given this book as an eArc but my review is based solely on my own thoughts and opinions*
It’s giving me how to drain your dragon vibes, like all the different types of dragons and they each have specific powers. There’s not much information on what this book is about in the synopsis, it’s essentially a woman who did not die from a dragon attack and they think that she is gonna be their savior, little do they know, she might be their demise, cursed. She must attend school for 3 weeks (well more like a training camp) with a bunch of others, including her best friend Saipha and bodyguard Lucan.
I do love the surprise twist, albeit a sad one. The ending was cool too. I was a bit confused at times because there’s a lot of information happening.
For some reason, I just couldn’t get into it as much as I thought I would. It was a good read but nothing stood out as something new or captivating. However, I enjoyed it and the book is gorgeous.
It’s giving me how to drain your dragon vibes, like all the different types of dragons and they each have specific powers. There’s not much information on what this book is about in the synopsis, it’s essentially a woman who did not die from a dragon attack and they think that she is gonna be their savior, little do they know, she might be their demise, cursed. She must attend school for 3 weeks (well more like a training camp) with a bunch of others, including her best friend Saipha and bodyguard Lucan.
I do love the surprise twist, albeit a sad one. The ending was cool too. I was a bit confused at times because there’s a lot of information happening.
For some reason, I just couldn’t get into it as much as I thought I would. It was a good read but nothing stood out as something new or captivating. However, I enjoyed it and the book is gorgeous.
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September 9, 2025"a romantasy where, in the final human stronghold of a blighted land, every teen is subject to brutal trials designed to separate the dragon hunters from the dragon cursed, and one young woman must fight for her life amid suspicions that there is more to this curse than meets the eye."
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November 19, 2025Please someone tell me this book is as good as the cover its gorgeousssssss <3
Review of advance copy received from Author
I LOVED this book!
There's magic, action, intrigue, betrayal, found family, trust, growth, politics, imperfect character, and a slow-burn romance.
Highly recommend.
There's magic, action, intrigue, betrayal, found family, trust, growth, politics, imperfect character, and a slow-burn romance.
Highly recommend.
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December 24, 2025I received an arc copy!!!! 💀
Brb. Gonna throw all other tbr plans to the wind and be reading this for the foreseeable future.
Brb. Gonna throw all other tbr plans to the wind and be reading this for the foreseeable future.
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