Embroiled: The Dragon Captured, Book 3

The Dragon Captured #3

by Bridget E. Baker, Jennifer Jill Araya (Narrator), Jack Calihan (Narrator)

Every blessing comes with a curse of its own....

In pursuit of the heart the dragons need to survive, Elizabeth has to make some difficult decisions. At least her dragon prince is there by her side through it all, ready to attack any foes that threaten. Until the day he isn’t.

When the world you knew is gone, when monsters become allies, and heroes make villainous choices, what’s a warrior to do? Liz wrestles with demons, literal and figurative, trying to find a path through the darkness for her family, but it’s not a simple task.

She’s about to face the hardest decisions of her life as the dragons descend in force, prepared to take what they need at all costs. Will Liz be able to sort friends from foes in time to save the earth from the demons below and the dragons above? And what will she lose in the process?

Genres: Fantasy, Romance, Paranormal, Dragons, Audiobook, Urban Fantasy

Audible Audio

Published February 13, 2025

Reviews

[Mellyssa Kinsey]

I love this series so much! Hoping the next book comes out soon. It's so hard to wait!

[Bekah]

Embroiled is the third book in this series, and it was such a wild ride. I felt like I was right there with them, totally immersed in the world. Liz has some tough truths to work through along with the heartache from Azar losing his memories, but don't fret. I promise it isn't all gloom and doom hang in there. Azar and Hyperion make things difficult for Liz, but she warriors on. Hyperion is quickly wiggling his stubborn dragon self into my heart. In true Bridegt Baker fashion, we learn to love the ones we thought we hated. ❤️ Sammy, Jade, and Coral, along with Aestira, Gordon, and Rufus, are the side characters we need and love. This book is all about dragon bonding and ensnaring humans. Humans get to be the dragon riders, and you will find yourself wishing you could have your own dragon to bond. If I were a human in this book, I would've signed up for that job immediately!

So if you like action-packed novels that also have a sprinkle of humor and a dash of heart with a pinch of gut-wrenching scenes, then this is for you.

In this book, you will find:
*found family
*lost memories
*memories from the past
*the chosen one
*enemies to lovers
*closed door/fade to black (pg-13) romance
*heart stone answers were revealed, but new worries unlocked as well
*lots of action

[Ash]

4/5⭐️
📌Details: 83,210 words (350 pages)

[Christine Biesheuvel]

Choices With Far Reaching Consequences.
Even with the best intentions our decisions can take a turn we don’t expect and didn’t intend. And the only way is forward. Some obscure prophecies muddle the situation as well. Reading the different POV’s it’s clear what struggles Liz and Azar are going through in their relationship. Trying to find a solution for what happened to the blessed due to her choices with Freya in the volcano inside the given timeframe. More free bonding, but also betrayal and finally a government that is willing to listen. Still a lot of sass, action and wonderful characters. Highly recommended.

[MacKenzie]

I enjoyed this series as an audiobook. WOW! This series blew me away. I love how Bridget is able to take a present-day scene and weave so much fantasy in it to fit her story. I love this twist on the dragons and why they are here on Earth. I love Liz's spitfire personality and how she always stays true to her beliefs. She doesn't waiver no matter the danger. Her siblings bring a whole new element to this story that only elevates the story line with every book. I also adore Axel. He may be rough around the edges but as the story progresses, we get to know him for his true self.
This is a dual pov, closed door romantasy.

[Emmie King]

Embroiled is a wonderful addition to the series! There's emotion, romance, action; everything you love in a fantasy. I really really enjoyed the way conflicts would resolve and new ones would appear while the fundamental ones for the plot of the entire series would just develop further. No issues seemed like they were extending past necessary or like they just didn't have a place in the story. Everything was organic and beautiful.
But Bridget Baker is the queen of cliffhangers.

[Christy]

This whole book kept me on the edge of my seat! It picks up right where book 2 left off, with our heroine navigating an entirely new set of... let's call them attributes. We also get some wonderful flashbacks to the origins of the dragons and their first interactions with humans. It was laugh-out-loud funny in several parts. I can NOT wait for the conclusion of this story-- which I'm sure will be just as action-packed and intense as its predecessors.

[Debbie Eyre]

OMG I love this series. Once again I found myself drawn back into this incredible fantasy read brimming with action, adventure, romance, dragons and so much more. Our characters have been through the mill and it doesn’t stop now and you can really feel the struggles that they face and the decisions that must be made. It’s gripping, it’s exciting and this captivating read has me hook, line and sinker and so ready for the next book please.

[Gretchen]

This book is a rollercoaster of emotions and action, really the whole series. I love that we are getting more and more background on the dragons and maybe discovering why some people are brights. The characters aren’t perfect, they have their flaws, which just makes you resonate with them even more. Love this clean fantasy with a side of love and can’t wait for the next book (final book?) In the series to see how all this plays out.

[the_99]

Third book in this series and honestly I was confused by all the characters’ names and the just the whole story line about the volcano and Freya this and Freja that and all those other F names.

I was bored reading this until about page 250 ish or something, ends on a cliffhanger but honestly I don’t care about reading the last book. I should’ve just quit reading this series after the second book.

[Nikki Collins]

This book was utterly unputdownable. Bridget makes manages to make you change your thoughts on characters throughout the book, helping you to feel more passionately about some of the previously difficult characters. The book ends on a cliffhanger that is perfectly timed to make you want nothing more than for the next book to be already in your hands.

[Donna J.]

Amazing Fantasy meets Betrayal, Love and fierce devotion

Loved this, can't wait for Embattled. I adore Hyperion more every chapter. Love Axel/Azar, the other "Blessed" and especially Liz and her siblings. Great storyline and characters. Snark, bravery and allegiance...this has it all. Great job, Bridget!

[Sue]

Such Fun!

I have enjoyed reading these three books so much and cannot wait until book four when they are Australian! Spoiler alert. The humour is perfect for a new Aussie and the ethics and characters are so interesting. The world building and allusion to Norse mythology just keep getting better! Thanks for a great time, Bridget E Baker!

[Ami]

I rate this 3.5 stars. Elizabeth is struggling to find her place. She is now a valkrie but unbound. Her choices saved her prince but now he doesn't know her. And they are running out of time. Things have changed for the dragons, and they need the heart more than ever. As well as more humans to bond. Plus, there is still the threat of war. Elizabeth has a lot on her plate.

[Anne Reischmanne]

Intense

These books are all very well written and I like them a lot. Very action packed. Sometimes I have to take a break because it's a little intense for me! Can't wait for the next book to be released!

[Sam]

Final score: 3.75 ⭐️

It’s good, yeah. I like the amnesia plot, it adds some tension and makes the romance feel slower and more interesting. I lost the plot a couple times and I feel that it could have been explained better at points, overall I had a good time.

[Mira]

I loved this book so much I couldn't read fast enough! It was awesome and now I'm off to book 4 the last in the series!

I highly recommend this fantastic book! Anybody who loves fantasy will love this book!

[Carol Brandon]

So much happens in this book! What a cliffhanger! I’m so glad I purchased all the books in the series so I can continue to read! Wonderful narration, again, by Jennifer Jill Araya. There is a small amount of mild spice.

[Natasha Young]

What a rush! Every time I think I know what's coming, Bridget throws another curveball. Liz is an amazing and strong character and her relationship with her siblings is incredible.

[Kassandra Tallarico]

This book really took me by surprise in a good way. It is an engaging continuation of this series that leaves you waiting with bated breath for the next book. You will not regret reading this series.

[Heather]

So good! Has all the feels. Left me wanting more!

[April Frye]

Good grief, I want to bawl my eyes out. Why do I have to wait another year?!?!?

[Brooke Bell]

I'm obsessed with this series and am counting down the days to the next book release. You will not regret reading these books.

[Jade]

This is a highly addicting, couldn't put down fantasy book. Its fast paced, slow burn and I am absolutely hooked. I love the banter and characters. Looking forward to the next book.

[Heidi]

3.5 stars. I like this series

[Jill Stiber]

Can I just say I need more! I need another book! A spinoff… or something! I loved loved loved this series and this book did not disappoint!

[Laramee]

I can't get enough of this series! Super Excited for Book 4!

I received an ARC from the author and all opinions are my own.

[Marcia]

Absolutely fascinating series. I have been reading them one right after the other. On to #4.

[Donna Weaver]

Well, at least they're kind of back to where they were about the middle of the second book.

[Erin Rollins-McKinley]

I enjoyed this book because all the 🐉 dragons are finding bonded and lil Sammie is going to be the savior. Not another bad brother tho. The 🌎 world building is fantastic but why Freya tho???