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The Dragonwall Saga #5
Bedelth the Orange
In a kingdom on the brink of war, one queen's heart will decide its fate.
Claire knew reclaiming Fort Squall would come at a price, but nothing prepared her for the toll it would take on her heart. Struggling with the weight of her role and the bloodshed it demands, she’s unsure of her ability to lead. When doubt creeps in, she decides to trust her instincts, even if it means defying logic and risking everything.
Talon believes in her when she doesn't believe in herself. As their bonding ceremony draws near, he’s determined to make her path easier, to show her the ruler she’s always meant to be. But danger is closer than they realize.
Kane is working with the kingdom of Oshea, plotting to overthrow King Talon. As war threatens to destroy all they’ve fought for, Claire must choose between saving her loved ones and risking the future of her entire kingdom. In the end, it’s her heart that will decide the fate of Dragonwall.
Bedelth the Orange is the fifth book in the Dragonwall Series, where love and duty face the ultimate test, and one queen’s choice could cost the kingdom everything.
Claire knew reclaiming Fort Squall would come at a price, but nothing prepared her for the toll it would take on her heart. Struggling with the weight of her role and the bloodshed it demands, she’s unsure of her ability to lead. When doubt creeps in, she decides to trust her instincts, even if it means defying logic and risking everything.
Talon believes in her when she doesn't believe in herself. As their bonding ceremony draws near, he’s determined to make her path easier, to show her the ruler she’s always meant to be. But danger is closer than they realize.
Kane is working with the kingdom of Oshea, plotting to overthrow King Talon. As war threatens to destroy all they’ve fought for, Claire must choose between saving her loved ones and risking the future of her entire kingdom. In the end, it’s her heart that will decide the fate of Dragonwall.
Bedelth the Orange is the fifth book in the Dragonwall Series, where love and duty face the ultimate test, and one queen’s choice could cost the kingdom everything.
450 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 29, 2025
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Melissa Mitchell
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Mrs. Mitchell is an author of young adult fantasy and paranormal romance. Her debut novel, Blood and Ballet, is a unique combination of two of her favorite things: vampires and ballet. She is currently working on a young adult epic fantasy series set in the fictional world of Dragonwall. You can purchase the first and second installments, Talon the Black and Reyr the Gold, through bookstores worldwide. Autographed copies can be obtained from her website store.
Mrs. Mitchell also has her Ph. D in physics with an emphasis in non-imaging optics; she is an illumination engineer for a large corporate lighting company in the United States.
She adores spending time with her husband and their three dogs (two Siberian huskies and an English lab). She also enjoys playing piano, reading, writing, baking goodies, eating chocolate, tea, wine, Prosecco, and especially bullet journaling.
Mrs. Mitchell offers “author reviews” for books that catch her eye, and you are welcome to submit your book request via goodreads messages. She reserves the right to leave messages unanswered if the book does not catch her attention.
Mrs. Mitchell is an author of young adult fantasy and paranormal romance. Her debut novel, Blood and Ballet, is a unique combination of two of her favorite things: vampires and ballet. She is currently working on a young adult epic fantasy series set in the fictional world of Dragonwall. You can purchase the first and second installments, Talon the Black and Reyr the Gold, through bookstores worldwide. Autographed copies can be obtained from her website store.
Mrs. Mitchell also has her Ph. D in physics with an emphasis in non-imaging optics; she is an illumination engineer for a large corporate lighting company in the United States.
She adores spending time with her husband and their three dogs (two Siberian huskies and an English lab). She also enjoys playing piano, reading, writing, baking goodies, eating chocolate, tea, wine, Prosecco, and especially bullet journaling.
Mrs. Mitchell offers “author reviews” for books that catch her eye, and you are welcome to submit your book request via goodreads messages. She reserves the right to leave messages unanswered if the book does not catch her attention.
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May 8, 2024
IT WAS SO GOOD BUT SHE LEFT US ON THE BIGGEST CLIFF HANGER😫😫
February 9, 2025
4.3 stars ✨
August 15, 2025
3.6 Stars
Disclaimer: Please remember that these are my opinions and if you feel differently, that’s okay. Thanks!
Notes: POV = 3rd person, multiple POVs, continuing the main series arc while deepening ongoing character relationships and conflicts.
Overall: This one felt steady for me, not a lot of surprises, but it kept the story moving. At this point, I know Claire and the others so well that I am reading more to enjoy their journey than to see who they are becoming. Claire has mastered her powers now, which is great, but it takes away some of the tension from her chapters.
Main Characters: Honestly, there was nothing majorly new for Claire or Talon (personality wise) here, but that is not a bad thing. I feel like I have gotten to know her so well over the past books that it is more about seeing her in action than watching her grow.
Side Characters: I am actually loving Cat’s redemption arc. She is exactly where she needs to be, surrounded by people she has to care for, being pushed into impossible situations, and actually learning from it. I just wish I got to know Claire’s guard better because they seem like they could be such a fun group to follow.
Plot/Story: The plot was fine for me, but nothing stood out as shocking or unexpected. It flowed in the same way as before, which made it feel familiar and comfortable. I’m excited for the next two books, it’s been a long time coming.
Romance:
General: This book felt like sitting down with friends I have known for years. That makes it enjoyable and I wish the other books were out already but I’m super thankful the last two both come out this year! Preordered them. I really hope Claire fixes the one-child thing before the series ends!!
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Disclaimer: Please remember that these are my opinions and if you feel differently, that’s okay. Thanks!
Notes: POV = 3rd person, multiple POVs, continuing the main series arc while deepening ongoing character relationships and conflicts.
Overall: This one felt steady for me, not a lot of surprises, but it kept the story moving. At this point, I know Claire and the others so well that I am reading more to enjoy their journey than to see who they are becoming. Claire has mastered her powers now, which is great, but it takes away some of the tension from her chapters.
Main Characters: Honestly, there was nothing majorly new for Claire or Talon (personality wise) here, but that is not a bad thing. I feel like I have gotten to know her so well over the past books that it is more about seeing her in action than watching her grow.
Side Characters: I am actually loving Cat’s redemption arc. She is exactly where she needs to be, surrounded by people she has to care for, being pushed into impossible situations, and actually learning from it. I just wish I got to know Claire’s guard better because they seem like they could be such a fun group to follow.
Plot/Story: The plot was fine for me, but nothing stood out as shocking or unexpected. It flowed in the same way as before, which made it feel familiar and comfortable. I’m excited for the next two books, it’s been a long time coming.
Romance:
General: This book felt like sitting down with friends I have known for years. That makes it enjoyable and I wish the other books were out already but I’m super thankful the last two both come out this year! Preordered them. I really hope Claire fixes the one-child thing before the series ends!!
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October 15, 2025
Great story but….
This is book 5 and as so often happens… By the time I get to this point, I’m getting tired of it. I already know what’s gonna happen so why drag it out with all this stuff? Sure she has to settle things in her own world no doubt, but there’s many books out, please.
I did notice she might’ve had a different editor by now because I haven’t seen any problems with the terms ‘then’ versus ‘than,’ so common in the other books in this series.
No matter, I skipped to the last part of this book just to move it on. I’m pretty sure the story could’ve been told in five books and not seven while I’ll read them. My guess is it’ll be fast read.
This is book 5 and as so often happens… By the time I get to this point, I’m getting tired of it. I already know what’s gonna happen so why drag it out with all this stuff? Sure she has to settle things in her own world no doubt, but there’s many books out, please.
I did notice she might’ve had a different editor by now because I haven’t seen any problems with the terms ‘then’ versus ‘than,’ so common in the other books in this series.
No matter, I skipped to the last part of this book just to move it on. I’m pretty sure the story could’ve been told in five books and not seven while I’ll read them. My guess is it’ll be fast read.
November 17, 2025
Reading this feels like coming home. I have grown so attached to each caracther. Claire is so lovely and so real. And my love for King Talon the Black only grows stronger. Can't wait to read the next one.
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