Are you looking for a fun dragon book with diverse characters, timeless themes, and an ending that will leave you pacing the floor? Look no further!
Synopsis:
Alísa was born to lead her clan of dragon slayers, but her vocal stammer has robbed her of confidence and respect. If she can’t lead slayers, how on A’dem is she supposed to lead dragons?
As the only child of a dragon slayer chief, Alísa’s purpose should have been simple: lead the clan in ridding humankind of the dragon scourge. But while gaining respect from hardened warriors is difficult enough with a vocal stammer, when they learn her empathic powers connect uncontrollably to the dragon enemy, it becomes impossible.
Confidence shattered, Alísa resigns herself to silent service under her father’s apprentice. But when her growing connection reveals one dragon’s capacity for good, she realizes the war isn’t as black and white as the slayers teach. Now Alísa faces an impossible choice: stay with her family in comfortable but condemning silence, or follow the dragon claiming to know her true purpose.
What I Liked:
Diverse Cast: I loved the way Michelle weaved together so many complex characters. A timid, stuttering, heroin from a warrior clan with an uncanny connection to her enemies. A chief who loves his daughter deeply, and yet fears what she may become. A dragon who must work with his father’s murderers for a chance at peace. A village boy desperate to make a difference but convinced he will never be enough. All coming to terms with the meaning of worth and the dangers of judging others without first attempting to understand them.
Alísa: I related to Alísa so much! She’s introverted and compassionate with physical limitations. Ones that often cause her to be seen as weak, incapable, worthless. A sentiment she takes to heart. Yet, strength can be found in quiet perseverance. Bravery in kindness. And I loved watching as Alísa learned this and comes into her own. In the end it’s this very ‘weakness’ that becomes her strength.
Magic System: The magic system revolves around music and telepathy in a very unique way. Both a weapon and the glue that binds Alísa’s clan together. I especially loved the way it’s used with Alísa and her adopted baby dragon.
Slow-Burn Romance: Not going to say too much on this. But there’s a slow-burn I wholeheartedly ship. And an ex I desperately want to punch in the face 😂
Writer Rae Graham 