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Moonfall #2
The Ballad of Falling Dragons
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Expected 19 May 26The Ballad of Falling Dragons is the much-anticipated sequel to the New York Times bestselling phenomenon When the Moon Hatched, featuring an immersive, vibrant world with mysterious creatures, a unique magic system, and a love that blazes through the ages.
“Moonbeam. A moonfall is coming.”
Raeve’s thirst for vengeance continues to burn, as does her love for Kaan Vaegor—a staunch beacon from a past she’s yet to face. With Rekk’s blood still fresh on her hands, she learns the world will face its most devastating moonfall yet, forcing her to pick a path:
Chase death.
Or life.
Desperate to save his kingdom from ruin, Kaan’s crown has never felt so heavy. His many larks to scattered friends and family remain unanswered, and time is running out.
As allies merge and enemies surge with bloodlusting agendas of their own, secrets brew hot enough to burn, but none so mighty as the truth nesting within the icy depths of Raeve’s long forgotten past.
Something … Other.
Something with the knowledge to change it all.
“Moonbeam. A moonfall is coming.”
Raeve’s thirst for vengeance continues to burn, as does her love for Kaan Vaegor—a staunch beacon from a past she’s yet to face. With Rekk’s blood still fresh on her hands, she learns the world will face its most devastating moonfall yet, forcing her to pick a path:
Chase death.
Or life.
Desperate to save his kingdom from ruin, Kaan’s crown has never felt so heavy. His many larks to scattered friends and family remain unanswered, and time is running out.
As allies merge and enemies surge with bloodlusting agendas of their own, secrets brew hot enough to burn, but none so mighty as the truth nesting within the icy depths of Raeve’s long forgotten past.
Something … Other.
Something with the knowledge to change it all.
Kindle Edition
Expected publication May 19, 2026
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About the author
Sarah A. Parker
7 books9,931 followersSarah is an international bestselling author who grew up on a farm in New Zealand, where she spent her days getting lost amongst the rolling pasture, building forts in the hedge, climbing trees, and exploring the forest pathways—making up elaborate stories that never lost their grip on her.
She now lives in Australia with her husband, dog, three children, and countless plants, and spends her days pouring her stories onto paper rather than throwing them to the wind.
Her genre of choice is epic fantasy romance, and she thrives off dreaming up real, complex characters and immersive worlds to get lost amongst.
She now lives in Australia with her husband, dog, three children, and countless plants, and spends her days pouring her stories onto paper rather than throwing them to the wind.
Her genre of choice is epic fantasy romance, and she thrives off dreaming up real, complex characters and immersive worlds to get lost amongst.
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May 6, 2026My review aged like milk but it's okay cuz I GOT THE ARCCCCCCCCC. Immediately starting this!!! My most anticipated read of the year 😭
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BRO- OCT'25 😭😭 THAT SOOOO LONGGG 😔 I NEED IT RN!!
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BRO- OCT'25 😭😭 THAT SOOOO LONGGG 😔 I NEED IT RN!!
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August 3, 2024Expected publication- 7 October 2025
AHHH GIMME IT ALREADYYYY. The wait is too long!!
AHHH GIMME IT ALREADYYYY. The wait is too long!!
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June 18, 2025 Omg I love this title 😭💙 October 25, 2025- ooof. Let the countdown begin. I can't wait to see what the final cover looks like 😍
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April 30, 2026|𝐏𝐫𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 .˚༶𓅯 ݁˖⭑.
Can't it get published already?😔😔💔
Can't it get published already?😔😔💔
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April 11, 2025Just found out the release for this has been pushed back to the 24th of Feb 2026. There goes my October plans 😭
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July 26, 2024What a beautiful title 💔
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July 26, 2024I know what I am doing October 7th 2025 🥲 (probably crying due to this book)
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May 1, 2025if this book is as beautiful as the title, i will die happy.
if this book is not as beautiful as the title, i will be sending sarah a parker an extensive therapy bill.
if this book is not as beautiful as the title, i will be sending sarah a parker an extensive therapy bill.
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July 27, 2024I HAVE TO WAIT FOR OCTOBER 2025? Illegal
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December 18, 2025✧⋄⋆ pre-release notes ⋆⋄✧
⤷ 01/08/24 ┊I'm not even finished with the first book but I already know I'll be going feral waiting for this.
⤷ 25/08/24 ┊Thinking about this at least once a day🧍🏼♀️
⤷ 18/12/25 ┊I’m still yearning for this book!
⤷ 01/08/24 ┊I'm not even finished with the first book but I already know I'll be going feral waiting for this.
⤷ 25/08/24 ┊Thinking about this at least once a day🧍🏼♀️
⤷ 18/12/25 ┊I’m still yearning for this book!
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July 30, 2024We have to wait MORE THAN A YEAR?? Is Sarah trying to kill us??
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January 30, 2026I absolutely loved the first book.
But this is extremely unprofessional to keep pushing the date back both for the readers AND author... July to October to February to April and now May 19th. If we can even believe that at this point?
I agree with what others said about being okay to give the author/editors time to make the book great. But other publishers are able to manage that process without giving 4 false release dates! Get it together HarperCollins.
But this is extremely unprofessional to keep pushing the date back both for the readers AND author... July to October to February to April and now May 19th. If we can even believe that at this point?
I agree with what others said about being okay to give the author/editors time to make the book great. But other publishers are able to manage that process without giving 4 false release dates! Get it together HarperCollins.
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August 1, 2024😭I want this so bad it hurts.
April 23, 2026
ARC Review: I am so incredibly thankful to the author for allowing me to read this book early, in order to work on some art work for its upcoming release.
The Ballad of Falling Dragons completely drew me in from the very beginning. The writing is lyrical and atmospheric, bringing the world to life in a way that feels vivid and almost tangible, as though you are moving through it rather than simply reading.
What stayed with me most is the depth woven throughout the story. It unfolds with care, balancing an intricate plot with characters who feel real in all their complexity. The dragons and creatures are also a big part of why this book is so precious, they are described with such clarity that they linger in your mind long after. And of course, Kaan, steady, patient, and deeply devoted, he brings a quiet strength that makes his presence unforgettable.
This book carries a wide range of emotions. It is intense, at times darker than the first, and filled with tension as well as heart. I did find myself frustrated with some of Raeve’s choices, but it felt intentional, part of a larger emotional arc that ultimately made the story resonate even more, and have so much more impact.
Everything comes together with a quiet precision, like a carefully woven story where each piece gradually falls into place. It is immersive, emotional, at times heartbreaking, and truly breathtaking.
I would wholeheartedly recommend it to readers who love high fantasy and fantasy romance, richly imagined worlds, and stories that balance epic scale with deeply personal emotion, especially if you are drawn to romances that feel all consuming.
As an artist, I am already thinking of so many scenes I want to bring to life.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (and honestly, more if I could)
The Ballad of Falling Dragons completely drew me in from the very beginning. The writing is lyrical and atmospheric, bringing the world to life in a way that feels vivid and almost tangible, as though you are moving through it rather than simply reading.
What stayed with me most is the depth woven throughout the story. It unfolds with care, balancing an intricate plot with characters who feel real in all their complexity. The dragons and creatures are also a big part of why this book is so precious, they are described with such clarity that they linger in your mind long after. And of course, Kaan, steady, patient, and deeply devoted, he brings a quiet strength that makes his presence unforgettable.
This book carries a wide range of emotions. It is intense, at times darker than the first, and filled with tension as well as heart. I did find myself frustrated with some of Raeve’s choices, but it felt intentional, part of a larger emotional arc that ultimately made the story resonate even more, and have so much more impact.
Everything comes together with a quiet precision, like a carefully woven story where each piece gradually falls into place. It is immersive, emotional, at times heartbreaking, and truly breathtaking.
I would wholeheartedly recommend it to readers who love high fantasy and fantasy romance, richly imagined worlds, and stories that balance epic scale with deeply personal emotion, especially if you are drawn to romances that feel all consuming.
As an artist, I am already thinking of so many scenes I want to bring to life.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (and honestly, more if I could)
remind-me-once-out
July 26, 2024With that name this better have more dragons than the 1st did
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July 26, 2024Need this sequel NOW!!!
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March 4, 2025release delayed till 2026 🥲 that’s so far away!!
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February 12, 2026Reading this once it publishes!!
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March 5, 2025The anticipation for this sequel is brutal. I thought I’d only have to wait a year. SIKE. it’s been pushed to 2026. 😭 THE AGONY. But I guess it’s better than being rushed, producing a subpar sequel…not that it makes the wait any easier. I’ll just be over here, curled in a fetal position after this news.
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August 6, 2024The setting and world-building here is so intriguing. I wish I had enjoyed the execution and pacing in Book 1 more.
I hope this is better than book 1.
I'm glad this will take a while to come out because I don't want a rushed novel, I want a good one.
I hope this is better than book 1.
I'm glad this will take a while to come out because I don't want a rushed novel, I want a good one.
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August 3, 2024I need this book injected in my veins RIGHT NOW
December 29, 2025
Work perks 🤭
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July 29, 2024the title?!?! absolutely LOVE it! October '25 is too damn long 😭❤️🔥
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August 5, 2024I HAVE TO WAIT OVER A YEAR
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October 26, 2024This is the bad thing about reading a new series, having to wait another year to read the second book 😭
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July 8, 2025
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July 26, 2024We have to wait more than a year!? More excuses to reread book #1 a couple of times, I guess. 🤭
July 27, 2024
*checks the release date* NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
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May 22, 20255.21.25
It got delayed?! 😭
7.29.24
that’s so far away I need it now🥲
It got delayed?! 😭
7.29.24
that’s so far away I need it now🥲
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January 2, 2025why tf do i do this to myself. i gotta stop reading in-progress series smh.
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