by Naomi Novik
First published 2006
When a priceless dragon egg falls into British hands, dashing naval captain Will Laurence is recruited into the elite Aerial Corps. Bonded to the majestic beast Temeraire, Laurence must master the art of aerial combat to defend his nation against France's formidable dragon riders. As the two nations clash in the skies, Laurence discovers an unexpected kinship with his magnificent dragon - a bond that will be tested in the fires of war.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, action, 19th-century
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Britain, France
Period: 19th-century
356 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Random House Inc