by Naomi Novik
First published 2022
Alera, once a bastion of peace, now teeters on the brink of collapse. The emperor lies dead, and his power-hungry heirs vie for the throne. Thrown into this maelstrom is Erica, a skilled dragon rider whose loyalties are torn. Caught between factions, she must navigate a web of political intrigue, betrayal, and ancient magic to uncover the truth behind the emperor's demise. With the fate of the realm hanging in the balance, Erica races against time to forge an unlikely alliance and unleash the full might of her dragon's fire, risking everything to vanquish the darkness that threatens to consume them all.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, fantasy, action
Vibes: atmospheric, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: chosen-one, enemies-to-lovers, found-family
480 pages · Paperback · Del Rey