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Child of the Dragon
Our only hope is the hope we forge ourselves.
Kat always thought her grandma's stories of Rhaegynne—shapeshifting dragons—were just fairytales. But that all changes when her grandma is killed, and she learns that not only are they real, but she is one.
A prophecy and a curse set in motion ages ago, have now turned Kat’s quiet senior year into chaos. What was supposed to be a gift becomes a tool for breaking a curse that forces others to serve tyrannical kings who will use them to wage war and destruction across Earth.
But hope . . . is more stubborn than a curse.
Fighting alongside friends new and old, Kat must learn to harness the heart of the dragon in order to break the curse, destroy the kings, and save the dragons. All before succumbing to the curse herself.
Honestly? It'll be a breeze compared to calculus.
Kat always thought her grandma's stories of Rhaegynne—shapeshifting dragons—were just fairytales. But that all changes when her grandma is killed, and she learns that not only are they real, but she is one.
A prophecy and a curse set in motion ages ago, have now turned Kat’s quiet senior year into chaos. What was supposed to be a gift becomes a tool for breaking a curse that forces others to serve tyrannical kings who will use them to wage war and destruction across Earth.
But hope . . . is more stubborn than a curse.
Fighting alongside friends new and old, Kat must learn to harness the heart of the dragon in order to break the curse, destroy the kings, and save the dragons. All before succumbing to the curse herself.
Honestly? It'll be a breeze compared to calculus.
435 pages, Paperback
First published March 10, 2026
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January 21, 2026
I love this book so much. It is magical. The characters feel real and relatable. The magic system and writing are brilliant. I need more
July 29, 2026
AHHHHHHHHHH I’m so excited for thisssss!
Review of advance copy received from Author
When this book ended, it felt like free-falling off dragonback with how quick reality yanked me back into its cruel embrace. And that ending, ough... *clenches fist*
I don't think I've read a more engrossing YA in years, and I'm THRILLED to have thoroughly enjoyed this one. We're so back, y'all.
Ashley saw everyone writing about riding dragons, went hold my drink, and cranked out excellency. Literally who wouldn't want to transform into a dragon? Genius concept with a fun execution. I can't wait for teen readers who really need this book to find and devour it, not just for the dragons, but for how enjoyable the cast was to follow. Like, the scenes of dragon combat were gripping, cinematic moments that—no lie—had me leaning forward as thought this were a coaster and I was just along for the ride.
What I loved most was the way shifters felt about their transformations: how right it was to be a dragon, the constant yearning for that power, and the righteous anger at being denied what you truly are by forces that see you as an insignificant mind among many. The allegory makes itself, and I think it does so extremely well. I finished this book not only wanting to BE a dragon, but feeling as though teenage me had been reached out to and seen.
Maybe the chosen one really was the friends we made along the way...
Also:
I don't think I've read a more engrossing YA in years, and I'm THRILLED to have thoroughly enjoyed this one. We're so back, y'all.
Ashley saw everyone writing about riding dragons, went hold my drink, and cranked out excellency. Literally who wouldn't want to transform into a dragon? Genius concept with a fun execution. I can't wait for teen readers who really need this book to find and devour it, not just for the dragons, but for how enjoyable the cast was to follow. Like, the scenes of dragon combat were gripping, cinematic moments that—no lie—had me leaning forward as thought this were a coaster and I was just along for the ride.
What I loved most was the way shifters felt about their transformations: how right it was to be a dragon, the constant yearning for that power, and the righteous anger at being denied what you truly are by forces that see you as an insignificant mind among many. The allegory makes itself, and I think it does so extremely well. I finished this book not only wanting to BE a dragon, but feeling as though teenage me had been reached out to and seen.
Maybe the chosen one really was the friends we made along the way...
Also:
February 14, 2026
Child of the Dragon has SO much promise; a dragon-filled fantasy about discovering who you really are when everything you thought was make-believe turns out to be terrifyingly real.
After her grandmother’s death, Kat learns that the stories of shapeshifting dragons weren’t fairytales at all—and that she’s one of them.
What starts as an extraordinary gift quickly becomes something far heavier, as Kat is pulled into an ancient prophecy, a brutal curse, and a fight against tyrannical kings who want to use dragon power to bring war to Earth. With new allies by her side, she must learn to embrace the heart of the dragon before the curse claims her too.
I stopped reading at 35% - I had debated persisting on because I WANTED the story to develop and be “believable” (as far as fantasy stories can be!) but the world building (which from the synopsis had so much potential to be something incredibly rich and interesting) was non existent, and often huge plot points - such as Kat appearing in her dragon form in front of her best friend - are just glossed over in one sentence.
I found myself becoming frustrated with what has been described as “fast paced storyline”, and never took to any of the characters - because they were never developed or described in any great detail.
It felt very “young” in its writing (ie it could be aimed at a younger audience, say pre-teen), and just doesn’t measure up to any of the other fantasy books I’ve read recently.
I appreciate the opportunity to have started reading this book, but feel some refinements are needed in order to bring this story to life
After her grandmother’s death, Kat learns that the stories of shapeshifting dragons weren’t fairytales at all—and that she’s one of them.
What starts as an extraordinary gift quickly becomes something far heavier, as Kat is pulled into an ancient prophecy, a brutal curse, and a fight against tyrannical kings who want to use dragon power to bring war to Earth. With new allies by her side, she must learn to embrace the heart of the dragon before the curse claims her too.
I stopped reading at 35% - I had debated persisting on because I WANTED the story to develop and be “believable” (as far as fantasy stories can be!) but the world building (which from the synopsis had so much potential to be something incredibly rich and interesting) was non existent, and often huge plot points - such as Kat appearing in her dragon form in front of her best friend - are just glossed over in one sentence.
I found myself becoming frustrated with what has been described as “fast paced storyline”, and never took to any of the characters - because they were never developed or described in any great detail.
It felt very “young” in its writing (ie it could be aimed at a younger audience, say pre-teen), and just doesn’t measure up to any of the other fantasy books I’ve read recently.
I appreciate the opportunity to have started reading this book, but feel some refinements are needed in order to bring this story to life
May 30, 2026
I have so many thoughts about this book that are a bit of a mess to succinctly put in a review so bear with me. May contain very minor spoilers but I don't care about that.
- the worldbuilding is fantastic. I love how the magic is explained as Kat learns to use her newfound abilities from multiple different mentors, showing many perspectives on how magic can be used. Urban fantasy isn't usually my cup of tea but I liked how the fantasy was combined with the modern.
- Aside from Kat, Aaron is my favorite character. He's so confused but he's got the spirit.
- Kat and Aaron may be my favorites but not by much. I really enjoyed Coleman's POV especially in the early chapters, but even towards the end of the book his narration remains fantastic. I want to wrap Hope in a fuzzy blanket (her relationship with Tythan is just *chef's kiss*). And someone needs to give Jason a hug. Who am I kidding they all need hugs.
- I love the dragon fights and how they constantly have to have illusions up to keep the general public from witnessing the dragon fights.
- By far though my favorite scenes are the hurt/comfort, of which there are several, numerous characters get poisoned, cursed, stabbed, bludgeoned, and while they do have healing magic it's not a perfect solution, drawing out the suffering at some points.
- Whump Rating: 8/10
(significant number of hurt/comfort scenes)
(this review is also on my fandom sideblog)
- the worldbuilding is fantastic. I love how the magic is explained as Kat learns to use her newfound abilities from multiple different mentors, showing many perspectives on how magic can be used. Urban fantasy isn't usually my cup of tea but I liked how the fantasy was combined with the modern.
- Aside from Kat, Aaron is my favorite character. He's so confused but he's got the spirit.
- Kat and Aaron may be my favorites but not by much. I really enjoyed Coleman's POV especially in the early chapters, but even towards the end of the book his narration remains fantastic. I want to wrap Hope in a fuzzy blanket (her relationship with Tythan is just *chef's kiss*). And someone needs to give Jason a hug. Who am I kidding they all need hugs.
- I love the dragon fights and how they constantly have to have illusions up to keep the general public from witnessing the dragon fights.
- By far though my favorite scenes are the hurt/comfort, of which there are several, numerous characters get poisoned, cursed, stabbed, bludgeoned, and while they do have healing magic it's not a perfect solution, drawing out the suffering at some points.
- Whump Rating: 8/10
(significant number of hurt/comfort scenes)
(this review is also on my fandom sideblog)
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February 28, 2026Thank you to the publishers for an early review copy. CHILD OF THE DRAGON was one of my most anticipated releases of 2026. I was really looking forward to it because I adore fantasy with disability representation and I really liked the author’s short story in the anthology ARTIFICE AND ACCESS. Unfortunately, I struggled to connect with this book and decided to stop reading after 50 pages.
CHILD OF THE DRAGON has an intriguing premise: a teenage girl discovers she can turn into a dragon and must break a curse that forces dragons to work for tyrannical kings. From the first page, we’re thrown into action and I couldn’t keep up. There’s no time to get to know the characters or register the basics about their world. The creativity behind the world-building is obvious, but I found the way it’s explained (or rather, not explained) very confusing.
After 50 pages, the reader is introduced to yet another POV and I didn't want to keep pushing myself to keep reading. We’ve already got multiple POVs, multiple political factions, a significant cast of characters, and a new magic system to juggle. I was intrigued by the brief glimpse of a character who is a disabled assassin (!), but I just can’t follow anything that’s going on!
I’m still so glad to see more disabled authors writing books about disabled characters but sadly, CHILD OF THE DRAGON wasn’t my cup of tea. I hope it finds its audience somewhere else! DNF on February 27th, 2026.
CHILD OF THE DRAGON has an intriguing premise: a teenage girl discovers she can turn into a dragon and must break a curse that forces dragons to work for tyrannical kings. From the first page, we’re thrown into action and I couldn’t keep up. There’s no time to get to know the characters or register the basics about their world. The creativity behind the world-building is obvious, but I found the way it’s explained (or rather, not explained) very confusing.
After 50 pages, the reader is introduced to yet another POV and I didn't want to keep pushing myself to keep reading. We’ve already got multiple POVs, multiple political factions, a significant cast of characters, and a new magic system to juggle. I was intrigued by the brief glimpse of a character who is a disabled assassin (!), but I just can’t follow anything that’s going on!
I’m still so glad to see more disabled authors writing books about disabled characters but sadly, CHILD OF THE DRAGON wasn’t my cup of tea. I hope it finds its audience somewhere else! DNF on February 27th, 2026.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
rating: 5 stars
I had so much fun reading it, that it feels illegal.
1. The writing style? Perfect.
It was easy to understand all the magic, due to how it was portrayed, which (you might not believe but) it's really hard to do.
It was also really easy to slip into all the different POVs, due to how the characters were written.
2. Characters.
They were really cool and believable. Had their dumb moments, but that only further solidified them in my head and made me like them even more.
My only complain is that we didn't really see more of Kat's other friends (I liked them 🥺)
3. Worldbuilding (??)
It was soooooooo good. All the magic stuff was really cool. I also kept wanting to know more about the dragons and their politics; and I really appreciate how we got to uncover it along with our MCs, that was really fun.
Which brings me to the ending:
WHAT WAS THAT?! It was absolutely A M A Z I N G !!! (except I won't be able to sleep for a few days now, wondering what will (??) happen next)
Overall I loved this book and I'm so going to read more from this author!
I had so much fun reading it, that it feels illegal.
1. The writing style? Perfect.
It was easy to understand all the magic, due to how it was portrayed, which (you might not believe but) it's really hard to do.
It was also really easy to slip into all the different POVs, due to how the characters were written.
2. Characters.
They were really cool and believable. Had their dumb moments, but that only further solidified them in my head and made me like them even more.
My only complain is that we didn't really see more of Kat's other friends (I liked them 🥺)
3. Worldbuilding (??)
It was soooooooo good. All the magic stuff was really cool. I also kept wanting to know more about the dragons and their politics; and I really appreciate how we got to uncover it along with our MCs, that was really fun.
Which brings me to the ending:
WHAT WAS THAT?! It was absolutely A M A Z I N G !!! (except I won't be able to sleep for a few days now, wondering what will (??) happen next)
Overall I loved this book and I'm so going to read more from this author!
June 5, 2026
t made me cry, so it’s obviously 5 ⭐️ for me. I would kill to be on a dragon right now. Sounds kind of fun. It was a phenomenal ride with Kat, Jason, Coleman, Aaron, Hope, and Tythan (😭). So without spoilers, here are some things I liked:
I loved the background that you get in the book. It isn’t super heavy-handed, but still enough that you get a good sense of what you’re about to experience.
The magic system was pretty cool and fun to read when they would use spells. The training parts had me cackling a bit because they were so random.
The action scenes were so cool! It wasn’t just magic and had hand-to-hand combat, which is so much fun. That “boss” fight had me on the edge of my seat! Like I was over here, terrified of what was going to happen. One smallish spoiled, I did cry here because that was just unfair!! Why?? But also okay, typical hero stuff.
Overall, a fun first fantasy ready. 10/10. Thank you NetGalley and Inked in Grey Press for the ARC!
I loved the background that you get in the book. It isn’t super heavy-handed, but still enough that you get a good sense of what you’re about to experience.
The magic system was pretty cool and fun to read when they would use spells. The training parts had me cackling a bit because they were so random.
The action scenes were so cool! It wasn’t just magic and had hand-to-hand combat, which is so much fun. That “boss” fight had me on the edge of my seat! Like I was over here, terrified of what was going to happen. One smallish spoiled, I did cry here because that was just unfair!! Why?? But also okay, typical hero stuff.
Overall, a fun first fantasy ready. 10/10. Thank you NetGalley and Inked in Grey Press for the ARC!
March 25, 2026
This was enjoyable, the premise of a person shifting into a mighty dragon was a great idea quite different from any other dragon related fantasy story I have read.
Kat finds out she has the power to transform into a dragon after her grandmother is cursed then killed by the king of the dragons as she is a rebel leader set to free the dragon folk. She has two side characters and her friends along for the ride.
This is set in modern day America, where we have the real and the magical it’s also very YA with most of them in them in their senior year at around 17 years old.
I am presuming this will be a series, it’s fast paced with a lot of action and some surprises but fundamentally it’s really set for a YA audience so for me it was good but didn’t hold me like other YA stories. I was given an opportunity to read this via NetGalley and the publishers which I thank and is out now.
Kat finds out she has the power to transform into a dragon after her grandmother is cursed then killed by the king of the dragons as she is a rebel leader set to free the dragon folk. She has two side characters and her friends along for the ride.
This is set in modern day America, where we have the real and the magical it’s also very YA with most of them in them in their senior year at around 17 years old.
I am presuming this will be a series, it’s fast paced with a lot of action and some surprises but fundamentally it’s really set for a YA audience so for me it was good but didn’t hold me like other YA stories. I was given an opportunity to read this via NetGalley and the publishers which I thank and is out now.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
If you want fantastical and contemporary together WITH dragons, I must say, this is for you.
I love reading an active main character and Kat is exactly that throughout the book. She doesn't let life control her but rather take initiative herself on what's going on with her grandmother, meeting new people, learning to be a dragon, learning to fight, etc. The story moves at an exceptional speed, keeping you at the edge of your seat as you flip the pages. Nothing lingers for questions, you're IN there with them! I love a good book about dragons, especially the ones where the dragons aren't so bad after all, ya know? I can't wait to see what else the author writes!
Thank you NetGalley, the author and publisher for the eARC!
I love reading an active main character and Kat is exactly that throughout the book. She doesn't let life control her but rather take initiative herself on what's going on with her grandmother, meeting new people, learning to be a dragon, learning to fight, etc. The story moves at an exceptional speed, keeping you at the edge of your seat as you flip the pages. Nothing lingers for questions, you're IN there with them! I love a good book about dragons, especially the ones where the dragons aren't so bad after all, ya know? I can't wait to see what else the author writes!
Thank you NetGalley, the author and publisher for the eARC!
May 7, 2026
When Kat discovers she has inherited the ability to turn into a dragon, her life is thrown into chaos.
Dragons? CHECK
Snarky banter? CHECK
Incredible storytelling? CHECK
If you want a book full of magic, mischief, dragons, then this is the book for you
I ADORED this book. The worldbuilding that's weaved through the narrative is so fun, and I have so many questions about what is going to happen next with Kat and the gang.
The angst with Coleman? The banter with Aaron? Literally everything about Jason? Kat being stubborn and determined despite the odds? Teenage me would have made this her entire personality
Dragons? CHECK
Snarky banter? CHECK
Incredible storytelling? CHECK
If you want a book full of magic, mischief, dragons, then this is the book for you
I ADORED this book. The worldbuilding that's weaved through the narrative is so fun, and I have so many questions about what is going to happen next with Kat and the gang.
The angst with Coleman? The banter with Aaron? Literally everything about Jason? Kat being stubborn and determined despite the odds? Teenage me would have made this her entire personality
February 27, 2026
Every time I had free time, I was reaching for this book.
I started off reading this book to prep for an interview with the author and wound up crying a bunch and craving the next book.
I loved each character for their own unique personality - I think Coleman is somehow my favourite, even though I don’t think that was the author’s intention.
Wholesome and cozy, yet there are fight scenes, trauma and a dash of torture. It’s a balance I’m not fully certain I can describe accurately. The magic system builds as the story does and ends with the proverbial bang. I will absolutely continue with this series as soon as it is available to do so.
Thank you to the author for the eARC of Child of the Dragon by Ashley N.Y. Sheesley.
I started off reading this book to prep for an interview with the author and wound up crying a bunch and craving the next book.
I loved each character for their own unique personality - I think Coleman is somehow my favourite, even though I don’t think that was the author’s intention.
Wholesome and cozy, yet there are fight scenes, trauma and a dash of torture. It’s a balance I’m not fully certain I can describe accurately. The magic system builds as the story does and ends with the proverbial bang. I will absolutely continue with this series as soon as it is available to do so.
Thank you to the author for the eARC of Child of the Dragon by Ashley N.Y. Sheesley.
June 13, 2026
This book was so much fun! Come for the dragons and stay for the BANTER! I’ve always loved shifters and would probably have killed as a teen to be able to transform into a dragon, but above all, I love enjoyable group character dynamics. This group of characters had me laughing and rooting for them as they navigated a dangerous prophecy with unmatched chaotic energy. Coleman and Hope were my favorites!!! I loved the AroAce rep and disability rep! Coleman being a smart mouth disabled assassin with unbeatable magical abilities was soooo cool.
Did Not Finish
April 8, 2026Received as an ARC through NetGalley
DNF
I did not finish this book. There was nothing wrong with the book or the writing style, it was just hard for me to get into the book. The plot was intriguing and it had a lot of promise, but it was just difficult for me to grasp fantasy in a more modern setting. Maybe it just wasn't the right time for me to try to read this one. I will try to go back and read it at a later date.
DNF
I did not finish this book. There was nothing wrong with the book or the writing style, it was just hard for me to get into the book. The plot was intriguing and it had a lot of promise, but it was just difficult for me to grasp fantasy in a more modern setting. Maybe it just wasn't the right time for me to try to read this one. I will try to go back and read it at a later date.
April 5, 2026
This was such a lovely read. It made me laugh, made me cry, and made me put my book down so I could think on the thought-provoking lines sprinkled throughout. Overall this book hits all the right notes and is a thrilling, funny, and touching adventure.
Also loved to see that I have limited edition Cheese the Cat version! (If you don't know, follow the author on insta @ashintheashes).
Also loved to see that I have limited edition Cheese the Cat version! (If you don't know, follow the author on insta @ashintheashes).
April 21, 2026
This was a fun YA and I really liked that we were discovering about the dragon shifters as Kat was herself. I thought the magic was also interesting between when they were in human form vs. dragon form plus learning how to use and control it. This did also have a good amount of action throughout and was a fun read while set up nicely for a sequel.
May 24, 2026
WOW this really impressed me!! I was really drawn in by all the characters and the mix between school, training and real life. The magic kept me very entertained, but I am still a lot confused about how everything works. Regardless, the characters were great, the action was really fun and I liked the ending more than I expected.
July 10, 2026
This was a really fun read and a great debut novel! I would definitely recommend this to readers who want a fantastical story with interesting characters and a cool magic system. There were a few spelling errors in the book, but nothing too major! I got a kick out of the main character sharing a nickname with me. :D And yay for so much queer rep! I love it!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Omg my heart 😭😭😭 Hope has what's left of my heart after this book!! She is my favorite!!
This book is so well written and so emotional I want more in this world now please!! Sheesley is an amazing writer!!
This book is so well written and so emotional I want more in this world now please!! Sheesley is an amazing writer!!
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January 22, 2026A fantasy debut for lovers of dragons, found family, and high school shenanigans. If you enjoy banter, witty chapter titles, and invading National Parks, then this is the book for you!
May 15, 2026
There sure were dragons!
July 18, 2026
Loved the rep and the story. Thanks for writing disabled characters well.
July 24, 2026
Review to come!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Equal parts perilous and tender, Child of the Dragon unfolds with compelling human—and dragon—stakes, pieced together with all the elements you'd want in a fantasy story: rising magic, the power of friendship, and delightful humor. An evil king, shapeshifting dragons, and high school calculus offer readers adventure at a page-turning pace. Grief, growth, and legacy are interwoven among both the fantastical and a diverse cast sure to win your heart. This story is a comfort read for everyone who ever wanted to spread their wings and fly.
April 3, 2026
Hello! It is I! The author! I wasn't going to leave a review for myself (maybe a little 5 star rating as a treat in private, but not a review), but! I just wanted to hop on and share a very important update and maybe wax a little sentimental.
But first!!!! As of April 2, 2026, I have been informed that there was an error introduced while the final version was being uploaded--likely by my editor's cat XD. We are working to correct this as soon as possible, but it will still take a few days for the ebook versions to be updated (and is probably too late for existing ebook downloads!) and a few weeks for the paperback to print with the corrections! We are currently looking into getting my new "co-author" to "sign" some book plates to go with our special limited cat editions of the book, so please stay tuned on how to get those (I'll be announcing over on my instagram when those are ready so follow me over at @ashintheashes).
The error occurs on page 273 and says "I pointed, and a flash of lightnin5n the fight gets fair?”"
The version that I had approved instead said (and I'm putting this behind spoilers!!)
As you can see...this is rather embarrassing! But the most likely culprit is a cat named Cheese, so we can't really stay mad at her.
If you had the ARC, you did not have this error! There were typos and formatting weirdness that you'd expect in an ARC, but not this error.
But for everyone who has picked up the book and given it a chance, I can't begin to express how much I appreciate you. I'm sure Cheese appreciates the support for her editorial debut as well.
This is the book I needed when I was a teenager--it's why I'd initially escaped into the earliest versions of this world in high school! And this world and story stayed with me so much that I had to keep coming back over the years. I'm so proud of what it's become. Kat, Aaron, Coleman, and Jason are so near and dear to my heart, and I can't wait for readers to get to meet them too!
I wanted to write a book for the high school age teenagers who would rather fight dragons than deal with homework! This one's for them!
But first!!!! As of April 2, 2026, I have been informed that there was an error introduced while the final version was being uploaded--likely by my editor's cat XD. We are working to correct this as soon as possible, but it will still take a few days for the ebook versions to be updated (and is probably too late for existing ebook downloads!) and a few weeks for the paperback to print with the corrections! We are currently looking into getting my new "co-author" to "sign" some book plates to go with our special limited cat editions of the book, so please stay tuned on how to get those (I'll be announcing over on my instagram when those are ready so follow me over at @ashintheashes).
The error occurs on page 273 and says "I pointed, and a flash of lightnin5n the fight gets fair?”"
The version that I had approved instead said (and I'm putting this behind spoilers!!)
As you can see...this is rather embarrassing! But the most likely culprit is a cat named Cheese, so we can't really stay mad at her.
If you had the ARC, you did not have this error! There were typos and formatting weirdness that you'd expect in an ARC, but not this error.
But for everyone who has picked up the book and given it a chance, I can't begin to express how much I appreciate you. I'm sure Cheese appreciates the support for her editorial debut as well.
This is the book I needed when I was a teenager--it's why I'd initially escaped into the earliest versions of this world in high school! And this world and story stayed with me so much that I had to keep coming back over the years. I'm so proud of what it's become. Kat, Aaron, Coleman, and Jason are so near and dear to my heart, and I can't wait for readers to get to meet them too!
I wanted to write a book for the high school age teenagers who would rather fight dragons than deal with homework! This one's for them!
September 12, 2025
Okay so I came for the snarky, chronically ill assassin, stayed for the dragons and feminine rage. I love Kat and Coleman so dearly and I'm so glad I got to read this book. It's such a fun read and so nostalgic of a time in my life when I just wanted to run away and be a dragon instead of a teenager. I love that the characters are allowed to be messy and make mistakes, and the themes of friendship and hope in the face of darkness give me so much life.
also that COVER? Obsessed ok
also that COVER? Obsessed ok
January 12, 2026
Still an amazing book!
I got to see this little hatchling in its teenage-ish years, and I'm so glad to have also read it once again right before it comes out. I love Kat's story, but Coleman's still my favorite. (Though Hope is a close second.) If you love dragons and magic and sword fights, you'll love this one.
Questions? Comments? Death threats? Five stars.
I got to see this little hatchling in its teenage-ish years, and I'm so glad to have also read it once again right before it comes out. I love Kat's story, but Coleman's still my favorite. (Though Hope is a close second.) If you love dragons and magic and sword fights, you'll love this one.
Questions? Comments? Death threats? Five stars.
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