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Fire and Fang #4
Clutch and Claw
Queen Syla Moonmark is delighted that she’s won the game of captives, and the dragon rider Vorik—the man she loves—now stands at her side. But her troubles are far from over.
A usurper has the throne, assassins are on the hunt, and Syla still has to figure out how to keep the dangerous stormer tribes from taking over the Garden Kingdom.
To make matters worse, deep within a volcano, enemy dragons have gathered to perform a ritual that could not only threaten the future of the Kingdom but might destroy humanity altogether.
A usurper has the throne, assassins are on the hunt, and Syla still has to figure out how to keep the dangerous stormer tribes from taking over the Garden Kingdom.
To make matters worse, deep within a volcano, enemy dragons have gathered to perform a ritual that could not only threaten the future of the Kingdom but might destroy humanity altogether.
424 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 22, 2026
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Lindsay Buroker
201 books6,427 followersI'm a full-time indie fantasy and science fiction author. When I'm not writing, I'm ferrying my dogs to hiking trails for adventures.
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April 6, 2026
Conclusion to Clutch and Claw saga, with thank goodness, more concentration on the adventure and less on the awkwardly staged sexual encounters. The dragons encounter and the Gods induced one in the Shielder cave, were more entertaining and naturally placed.
A lot of loose ends were tied up in this last book; however, I feel that the door has been left open to further explore this domain, with possible adventures for other characters. I would certainly be happy to revisit the Gardeners and the Stormers and to fly with the Dragons - preferably without the forced and explicit sex scenes.
Lindsay Buroker has already proved that she knows how to spin a good tale, to develop snarky, intelligent characters, sexual tension & encounter, adventure & fantasy, without descending to the explicit description of sex acts that interrupt and sit awkwardly within the text.
A lot of loose ends were tied up in this last book; however, I feel that the door has been left open to further explore this domain, with possible adventures for other characters. I would certainly be happy to revisit the Gardeners and the Stormers and to fly with the Dragons - preferably without the forced and explicit sex scenes.
Lindsay Buroker has already proved that she knows how to spin a good tale, to develop snarky, intelligent characters, sexual tension & encounter, adventure & fantasy, without descending to the explicit description of sex acts that interrupt and sit awkwardly within the text.
May 15, 2026
I really love her urban fantasy series, but this series/the romantasy genre under this author is just not it… ending felt very flat and rushed to me in particular.
July 16, 2026
Fabulous series
This is an incredible world with unique characters. The bonds between dragons and their chosen riders was so awesome to read. I loved this whole series. I am so sad that it is over. I would love a book on Jhtain and Tyla and maybe Tyla and Igliana. What a fabulous series!
This is an incredible world with unique characters. The bonds between dragons and their chosen riders was so awesome to read. I loved this whole series. I am so sad that it is over. I would love a book on Jhtain and Tyla and maybe Tyla and Igliana. What a fabulous series!
April 2, 2026
Giddily clapping hands, Jumping up and down.
So, believing this series was only a trilogy, in my review of the last book, I was someone unhappy with the number of “issues“ that were left up in the air, despite the fact that it did end with an HEA of sorts. I owe Lindsay an apology and hope this counts as one! I cannot begin to describe just how excited and happy I was to see this book show up in Amazon‘s list of recommendations for me to read.
Lindsay truly delivers with this one! She takes the story in directions I couldn’t have even imagined she might. And the dialogue…! Good Lord! If you ever find yourself in a “battle of wits“ with Lindsay, run for your life! Where does she get these ideas? I can’t begin to imagine how she can craft such unbelievably witty and clever. dialogue. The back-and-forth between characters is just ridiculous in how well written and amusing it is.
As for plot points left hanging? Not a one gets left behind. Heck, she even brings to conclusion things that I had forgotten about from earlier in the storyline. And the wedding? Well let’s just say my favorite part was the surprise guest hiding under a table. But that’s all I’ll say on that point.
All in all 10 out of 5 stars!
So, believing this series was only a trilogy, in my review of the last book, I was someone unhappy with the number of “issues“ that were left up in the air, despite the fact that it did end with an HEA of sorts. I owe Lindsay an apology and hope this counts as one! I cannot begin to describe just how excited and happy I was to see this book show up in Amazon‘s list of recommendations for me to read.
Lindsay truly delivers with this one! She takes the story in directions I couldn’t have even imagined she might. And the dialogue…! Good Lord! If you ever find yourself in a “battle of wits“ with Lindsay, run for your life! Where does she get these ideas? I can’t begin to imagine how she can craft such unbelievably witty and clever. dialogue. The back-and-forth between characters is just ridiculous in how well written and amusing it is.
As for plot points left hanging? Not a one gets left behind. Heck, she even brings to conclusion things that I had forgotten about from earlier in the storyline. And the wedding? Well let’s just say my favorite part was the surprise guest hiding under a table. But that’s all I’ll say on that point.
All in all 10 out of 5 stars!
April 12, 2026
Full of fire, fighting, feistiness, food and fun
A fast paced, dragon filled and feisty human inhabited, superbly written series.
A number of storylines intertwine beautifully as the series progresses. Misunderstandings abound between people and dragons. Relationships become messy at many levels even between brothers.
Loads of action between armies, navies, wild animals on top of all the dragon fury, friendliness and fun banter.
Buroker is a fabulous storyteller and the characters in this series are magnificent. The personal development in them is excellently handled.
It is also a romance novel and this gets racier at times than I was expecting so be prepared. And there is magic which comes from the gods.
Hopefully Lindsay will regale us with more stories from this world.
A fast paced, dragon filled and feisty human inhabited, superbly written series.
A number of storylines intertwine beautifully as the series progresses. Misunderstandings abound between people and dragons. Relationships become messy at many levels even between brothers.
Loads of action between armies, navies, wild animals on top of all the dragon fury, friendliness and fun banter.
Buroker is a fabulous storyteller and the characters in this series are magnificent. The personal development in them is excellently handled.
It is also a romance novel and this gets racier at times than I was expecting so be prepared. And there is magic which comes from the gods.
Hopefully Lindsay will regale us with more stories from this world.
May 19, 2026
great series
I loved this series! I loved that the villains in this series really weren’t villains imo.. like you can sympathize with the stormers pov .. who is truly the bad guys in this situation? The royalty who barred stormers from rejoining their rightful homes? Even tho centuries have passed and the children of the original deserters don’t deserve to be barred from entering the protection of shields? Or the stormers because they killed and started the war? It gave great thought and love that in a series.
I truly hope more books will be released in this world! I feel like this book ended so abruptly and I wanted moreeee.. like the stormer version of the wedding hehehe and of course to see if voriks brother accepts the job and starts showing more emotion maybe ? Ugh whichever the case I want more! lol
I loved this series! I loved that the villains in this series really weren’t villains imo.. like you can sympathize with the stormers pov .. who is truly the bad guys in this situation? The royalty who barred stormers from rejoining their rightful homes? Even tho centuries have passed and the children of the original deserters don’t deserve to be barred from entering the protection of shields? Or the stormers because they killed and started the war? It gave great thought and love that in a series.
I truly hope more books will be released in this world! I feel like this book ended so abruptly and I wanted moreeee.. like the stormer version of the wedding hehehe and of course to see if voriks brother accepts the job and starts showing more emotion maybe ? Ugh whichever the case I want more! lol
April 3, 2026
Great Series!
Lindsay is a great writer and loves her quirky characters; she must have SO much fun coming up with bizarre and unique situations to embroil them in!
I for one, would love more books in this series!
While this book was tied up with a nice big bow, there are definite opportunities for this story to be expanded or a spinoff series. I am imagining Syla’s babies (need to have twin terrors of course! ;p) bonding with 2 of Wreylith’s hatchlings, Fel and Tibby continuing to enjoy each other’s company, Teyla bonding with Igliana, maybe even hooking up with Jhiton? Hmmm. The possibilities are endless!
Great job Lindsay, as usual!
>^..^<
Lindsay is a great writer and loves her quirky characters; she must have SO much fun coming up with bizarre and unique situations to embroil them in!
I for one, would love more books in this series!
While this book was tied up with a nice big bow, there are definite opportunities for this story to be expanded or a spinoff series. I am imagining Syla’s babies (need to have twin terrors of course! ;p) bonding with 2 of Wreylith’s hatchlings, Fel and Tibby continuing to enjoy each other’s company, Teyla bonding with Igliana, maybe even hooking up with Jhiton? Hmmm. The possibilities are endless!
Great job Lindsay, as usual!
>^..^<
April 13, 2026
Good series, but dragged on at times
This was a fun series to read and the characters were awesome. However, after a while, the series dragged on, and it started to feel like plots kept repeating (except for the last portion of this book where there seemed to be a dramatic change). This series might have been better with three books, so it wasn’t as extended. Toward the end you kind of just wanted it to be done already. I also wish Vorik would’ve remained on Syla’s side more often or ended up leaving his people sooner. Especially in this last book, I felt like he was too indecisive with what he wanted.
This was a fun series to read and the characters were awesome. However, after a while, the series dragged on, and it started to feel like plots kept repeating (except for the last portion of this book where there seemed to be a dramatic change). This series might have been better with three books, so it wasn’t as extended. Toward the end you kind of just wanted it to be done already. I also wish Vorik would’ve remained on Syla’s side more often or ended up leaving his people sooner. Especially in this last book, I felt like he was too indecisive with what he wanted.
March 29, 2026
Best Buroker series I have read!
Although Death Before Dragons might be my favorite. The two main characters Syla and Vorick have an interesting evolving relationship fueled by their loyalties to their homeland and mutual attraction. The banter is witty and often humorous with a flavor of sarcasm and challenge. I really enjoyed the back and forth in their “enemies to lovers” storyline. I hope additional stories will be written about this realm and the other characters re-appear: Fel, Tibby, Teyla, and of course, the dragons!
Although Death Before Dragons might be my favorite. The two main characters Syla and Vorick have an interesting evolving relationship fueled by their loyalties to their homeland and mutual attraction. The banter is witty and often humorous with a flavor of sarcasm and challenge. I really enjoyed the back and forth in their “enemies to lovers” storyline. I hope additional stories will be written about this realm and the other characters re-appear: Fel, Tibby, Teyla, and of course, the dragons!
April 12, 2026
Another great series, especially Clutch and Claw
I loved the Fire and Fang series. Syla and Vorik's challenging adventure to help their individual clans while holding on to their own relationship seemed an impossible obstacle. I was surprised at the end about how Syla handled the situation with Vorick's brother, Jhiton. I would like to see future stories about Syla's cousin, Teyla and her possible future quest to explore Droha on an archeological dig as well as the orange dragon, Igliana's future quests.
I loved the Fire and Fang series. Syla and Vorik's challenging adventure to help their individual clans while holding on to their own relationship seemed an impossible obstacle. I was surprised at the end about how Syla handled the situation with Vorick's brother, Jhiton. I would like to see future stories about Syla's cousin, Teyla and her possible future quest to explore Droha on an archeological dig as well as the orange dragon, Igliana's future quests.
April 25, 2026
A Great Ending to a Wonderful Series
As always, Lindsay Buroker's writing skills and fertile imagination have combined to deliver an exciting, complex and, um, racy tale. Syla's path is fraught with an impressive array of obstacles, and her love for the man who should be her enemy doesn't make those obstacles any easier to overcome. Few books keep me awake late at night, (Hello, it is two in the morning!) or call to me to pick up my reader, this book does that, most insistently. Clutch and Claw can stand alone, but do yourself a favor and read the whole series.
As always, Lindsay Buroker's writing skills and fertile imagination have combined to deliver an exciting, complex and, um, racy tale. Syla's path is fraught with an impressive array of obstacles, and her love for the man who should be her enemy doesn't make those obstacles any easier to overcome. Few books keep me awake late at night, (Hello, it is two in the morning!) or call to me to pick up my reader, this book does that, most insistently. Clutch and Claw can stand alone, but do yourself a favor and read the whole series.
July 12, 2026
When I pick out a book on Dragon riders, I EXPECT A BOOK ABOUT DRAGON RIDERS. NOT a complete series of adult sexual exploits, I can go to an adult store to pick up that garbage. There were some very funny parts, sad parts cheering parts. I do not know what happened to the Romance world but it is no longer what it was now it is more smut than story. I find myself skipping most of it just to get back to the actual story line. If I want the other, I have a partner for that he is better than a book. I hope if I decide to get more of this author it is not the same type of theme.
May 17, 2026
Amazing, riveting, action packed, couldn't put it down!!
Lindsay Buroker hit it out of the park as usual, with the fire and fang series. Her character development always leaves you feeling like you are a part of the book. Her imagination and writing style is so unique, I never want to put her books down. It was a fantastic read....I hope she finds more adventures for Syla and Vorik!!
Lindsay Buroker hit it out of the park as usual, with the fire and fang series. Her character development always leaves you feeling like you are a part of the book. Her imagination and writing style is so unique, I never want to put her books down. It was a fantastic read....I hope she finds more adventures for Syla and Vorik!!
June 27, 2026
unusually great for the last book in a series
So frustrated , a great story has an ending, even better a prologue. It looked like we would get one . But it ended suddenly without closure , questions unanswered and two celebrations omitted. If anything puts me off not reading more of anyone’s books this is it. You gave us a story , why should we imagine the end ourselves. Thats not what we followed it so far for. Deprived and hacked off stars reduced
So frustrated , a great story has an ending, even better a prologue. It looked like we would get one . But it ended suddenly without closure , questions unanswered and two celebrations omitted. If anything puts me off not reading more of anyone’s books this is it. You gave us a story , why should we imagine the end ourselves. Thats not what we followed it so far for. Deprived and hacked off stars reduced
July 8, 2026
More!!!
This book serious delight!!!! It's exciting, complex, romantic and one huge adventure!!!! I loved all the different characters and found good and bad in all of them!!!! There really was not a clear bad guy except Chieftess Se and Chief Tenilor. I especially loved so the dragons and their diverse personalities!!!! All four books on this series are a ten!!!!
I'd love it if the series continued!!! General Jhiton needs a love story, too!!!
This book serious delight!!!! It's exciting, complex, romantic and one huge adventure!!!! I loved all the different characters and found good and bad in all of them!!!! There really was not a clear bad guy except Chieftess Se and Chief Tenilor. I especially loved so the dragons and their diverse personalities!!!! All four books on this series are a ten!!!!
I'd love it if the series continued!!! General Jhiton needs a love story, too!!!
March 31, 2026
Riveting!
Again a series of books I couldn't put down by Lindsay Buroker. A fantasy world totally believable in my head. Lots of romance , love and sex.
In my opinion sometimes the erotic scenes in the book can be a bit repetitive. But I've been totally absorbed and enraptured by the stories. Definitely a good read.
Again a series of books I couldn't put down by Lindsay Buroker. A fantasy world totally believable in my head. Lots of romance , love and sex.
In my opinion sometimes the erotic scenes in the book can be a bit repetitive. But I've been totally absorbed and enraptured by the stories. Definitely a good read.
April 17, 2026
The perfect tail end to the tale!
This is a deeply satisfying final book in the series. The author delivered sassy dialogue, wild adventures, heroic battles, and finally domestic bliss with her usual aplomb. As a reader, my only regret is not finding out how a queen deals with having sea life hurled at her!
This is a deeply satisfying final book in the series. The author delivered sassy dialogue, wild adventures, heroic battles, and finally domestic bliss with her usual aplomb. As a reader, my only regret is not finding out how a queen deals with having sea life hurled at her!
April 28, 2026
loved this series!
I love a series that immerses you in their world. It was challenging and descriptive and kept you engaged. This characters were well found out, the plot line had enough curves and bumps to keep you interested and curious as to where everything is going. And I really enjoyed the writing and I can’t wait to read more.
I love a series that immerses you in their world. It was challenging and descriptive and kept you engaged. This characters were well found out, the plot line had enough curves and bumps to keep you interested and curious as to where everything is going. And I really enjoyed the writing and I can’t wait to read more.
May 5, 2026
Can't believe that this saga will not continue. Great writing as always.Yourr stories are amazing and hard to put down. I love all your series and I am on my way to find another one to start while you figure a way to rekindle your,our love afare with, oh I don't know maybe Teyla and Jhiton going off on an exploration somewhere?
June 16, 2026
Favorite book of the series
I really enjoyed the turn around from the ending of the last book. I was a little annoyed with the way things had ended in book 3. I liked the direction this book went. I am glad we got to see more of Syla and Wreyleth's relationship, and more of the dragons in general.
I really enjoyed the turn around from the ending of the last book. I was a little annoyed with the way things had ended in book 3. I liked the direction this book went. I am glad we got to see more of Syla and Wreyleth's relationship, and more of the dragons in general.
June 20, 2026
Truly Epic!
What a wonderful series! Lindsay Broker is a superb author with a terrific imagination. She has combined adventure and romance along with some scintillating sex scenes in a skillful and tasteful manner. I enjoyed reading this immensely. I can't wait for the next release she comes out with.
What a wonderful series! Lindsay Broker is a superb author with a terrific imagination. She has combined adventure and romance along with some scintillating sex scenes in a skillful and tasteful manner. I enjoyed reading this immensely. I can't wait for the next release she comes out with.
July 6, 2026
turmoils and lust
I enjoyed waiting for the happy ending. Every time I thought the problems were solved Syla discovered a new problem. At first I didn’t think the passion between Vorik worked but as the story went on their relationship grew and made more sense.
There definitely can be more stories to come.
I enjoyed waiting for the happy ending. Every time I thought the problems were solved Syla discovered a new problem. At first I didn’t think the passion between Vorik worked but as the story went on their relationship grew and made more sense.
There definitely can be more stories to come.
July 19, 2026
I loved this series *slight spoils*
I loved loved loved this series. And thank you for Fel. There were so many times I was like NOOOOO.
My only complaint that will live with me forever, there wasn't an epilogue. Like 4 years later or something. I need to know the chaos of new hatchlings, Sylas progress and all that. But in the end, great ending. Closed it up well.
I loved loved loved this series. And thank you for Fel. There were so many times I was like NOOOOO.
My only complaint that will live with me forever, there wasn't an epilogue. Like 4 years later or something. I need to know the chaos of new hatchlings, Sylas progress and all that. But in the end, great ending. Closed it up well.
July 24, 2026
Awesome
Lindsay never disappoints with her Worlds of Dragons they are always entertaining and filled with so many battles repartee and a bit of Romance 😉. Syla and Vorik are definitely a classic example of ❤️, Her stories of dragons are always full of snarkyness and so very enjoyable to read.
Lindsay never disappoints with her Worlds of Dragons they are always entertaining and filled with so many battles repartee and a bit of Romance 😉. Syla and Vorik are definitely a classic example of ❤️, Her stories of dragons are always full of snarkyness and so very enjoyable to read.
March 27, 2026
O what fun!
This series has been so much fun to read! Love the attitudes of both dragons and humans its delightful and sassy just like in all Lindsay's books. Of course dragon fights arrested awesome and at times put me at the edge of my seat!
This series has been so much fun to read! Love the attitudes of both dragons and humans its delightful and sassy just like in all Lindsay's books. Of course dragon fights arrested awesome and at times put me at the edge of my seat!
April 1, 2026
This book releasing made my day
For some reason I hadn’t expected a fourth and final book, it made my entire day (and week and month, really) when this appeared in my recommended as a new release.
This series has been utterly delightful!
For some reason I hadn’t expected a fourth and final book, it made my entire day (and week and month, really) when this appeared in my recommended as a new release.
This series has been utterly delightful!
April 2, 2026
Fantastic
I loved this story and it's characters. My favorite author has never failed to give me a satisfying story. I'd love for her to return to this world for more adventures.
I loved this story and it's characters. My favorite author has never failed to give me a satisfying story. I'd love for her to return to this world for more adventures.
April 3, 2026
Lindsay Buroker doesn't disappoint. This series has been a very funny and entertaining read. I really loved the banter between all the characters, main and others. I really would like to read more about some of the other characters
April 3, 2026
Great fun and adventure
I thoroughly enjoyed this final installment of dragons and Magic conflicting cultures. I always hate to come to the end of the series. Because I want it to continue. I wouldn’t mind hearing the story of the hatchlings and the next generation
I thoroughly enjoyed this final installment of dragons and Magic conflicting cultures. I always hate to come to the end of the series. Because I want it to continue. I wouldn’t mind hearing the story of the hatchlings and the next generation
April 3, 2026
Hooray!
Best book of the series! Very exciting and rewarding end to the series. I loved Syla’s and Vorick’s love story. Aunt Tibby and Fel were very interesting characters, too. I’d like to read about their ongoing stories. More content and less graphic sex, please.
Best book of the series! Very exciting and rewarding end to the series. I loved Syla’s and Vorick’s love story. Aunt Tibby and Fel were very interesting characters, too. I’d like to read about their ongoing stories. More content and less graphic sex, please.
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