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Shadows of Mallin
An otherworlder transported into a dragon’s body must grow her skills, build her hoard, and forge friendships in the first book of a charming isekai series.
A single slip is all it takes. But the consequences of falling from a rock wall are usually broken bones and bruises . . . not waking up in the body of a dragon. So when a young bouldering instructor finds herself suddenly transported to a strange new world—and into a powerful, black-scaled frame—she’ll have to rethink all the rules as well as her own expectations.
Adopting the name Draka, the newly minted dragoness begins to explore the forests, mountains, and villages surrounding the city of Karakan. To not only survive but thrive, she must learn to spread her wings, discover the joys of growing her hoard, and figure out how to handle the seductively draconic voice encouraging her to find violent means to any ends.
But most importantly, Draka will have to overcome her intimidating shape to form alliances with the human adventurers she meets. Because sometimes even dragons need a little help from their friends.
The first volume of the hit fantasy adventure series—with more than a million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!
A single slip is all it takes. But the consequences of falling from a rock wall are usually broken bones and bruises . . . not waking up in the body of a dragon. So when a young bouldering instructor finds herself suddenly transported to a strange new world—and into a powerful, black-scaled frame—she’ll have to rethink all the rules as well as her own expectations.
Adopting the name Draka, the newly minted dragoness begins to explore the forests, mountains, and villages surrounding the city of Karakan. To not only survive but thrive, she must learn to spread her wings, discover the joys of growing her hoard, and figure out how to handle the seductively draconic voice encouraging her to find violent means to any ends.
But most importantly, Draka will have to overcome her intimidating shape to form alliances with the human adventurers she meets. Because sometimes even dragons need a little help from their friends.
The first volume of the hit fantasy adventure series—with more than a million views on Royal Road—now available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook!
353 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 11, 2025
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October 21, 2025
I'll admit it took a bit to really start to get into it, but i enjoyed it. its kinda wholesome (if not bloody in some parts) though i will warn you the series gets a bit hmm i don't think darker is the right word, maybe more intense? It was a good read though, but if your dubious of reading the series/want to know i'll explain what i mean by more intense in my reveiw for the next book in the series
May 26, 2025
Interesting take
I really enjoyed the main character and how her change from human to dragon was portrayed. The difference in instincts and manner, but still having the human memories and personality. The drive to be more social and humane than what her dragon side wanted. Very good read. I look forward to the next book.
I really enjoyed the main character and how her change from human to dragon was portrayed. The difference in instincts and manner, but still having the human memories and personality. The drive to be more social and humane than what her dragon side wanted. Very good read. I look forward to the next book.
February 27, 2025
Fun Dragon Isekei
Draka is a fun addition to the litrpg genre. Light on game mechanics and more focused on the characters. If a dragon exploring a new world sounds fun, I'd recommend it.
Draka is a fun addition to the litrpg genre. Light on game mechanics and more focused on the characters. If a dragon exploring a new world sounds fun, I'd recommend it.
April 26, 2025
Slow to start, and I admit I almost dropped it due to that, but I'm glad I didn't. I really enjoyed it. The characters have depth. From a dragon's perspective the world is arguably less relevant, but there is some world building slowly happening. Definitely recommend.
July 21, 2025
loved it!
The new perceptive of an isekai reincarnation was a fresh new read and exciting book, I couldn’t put it down lol, it’s was different and an enjoyable read! Thank you
The new perceptive of an isekai reincarnation was a fresh new read and exciting book, I couldn’t put it down lol, it’s was different and an enjoyable read! Thank you
August 13, 2025
Great book
I love the book. It was exciting and fantastic. It had good, great characters. Fun, great storyline. I love the main character.
I love the book. It was exciting and fantastic. It had good, great characters. Fun, great storyline. I love the main character.
September 22, 2025
Wonderful
I quite enjoyed the world building and character depth. It kept my attention, I truly didn't know what would happen next!
I quite enjoyed the world building and character depth. It kept my attention, I truly didn't know what would happen next!
November 15, 2025
3.5 stars
November 30, 2025
Dragons + Magic, oh my!
Enjoyed this fantasy Isekai story. Loved that the protagonist became a dragon. Very different take on progression fantasy. A fun read.
Enjoyed this fantasy Isekai story. Loved that the protagonist became a dragon. Very different take on progression fantasy. A fun read.
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