Discover the Most Mesmerizing Dragon Books Ever Written
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Are you ready to dive into a world where magic, dragons, and epic adventures reign supreme that isn’t Fourth Wing? Whether you’re a seasoned dragon rider or just beginning your journey into the enchanting realm of dragon books. This ultimate guide is here to elevate your summer reading list. From Christopher Paolini’s iconic “Eragon,” the first book in his beloved dragon books series, to the gripping tales of the Dragon Keepers, there’s a dragon story for every reader.
Explore a variety of genres, including adult fantasy, historical fiction, and science fiction. And discover book recommendations that will ignite your imagination. Perfect for fans of graphic novels and traditional books alike, these dragon series will transport you to fantastical worlds. Where noble dragons and brave riders show the true magic of storytelling. So, add these must-read dragon books to your cart. Dive into these captivating series. And let your reading adventure take flight!
1. The Bone Ships by R.J. Barker
In The Bone Ships, R.J. Barker launches a new fantasy saga filled with honor, glory, and warfare. Set in the Hundred Isles, two nations are locked in an endless war. Building their ships from the bones of ancient dragons. Though the dragons disappeared, the battles for supremacy continued. Now, the first dragon in centuries has been sighted in distant waters, presenting an unparalleled prize. Both sides see this dragon as the key to shifting the balance of power and winning the war. Bringing ultimate glory to the victor. This dragon book series promises a thrilling adventure for any reader.
2. Dragon Rider by Taran Matharu
Author Taran Matharu’s debut adult fantasy series introduces a world of magic, warriors, and dragons. In this gripping dragon books series, a fearless orphan named Jai and an ambitious handmaiden flee from those who seek to imprison them. Jai, living as a royal hostage in the Sabine Court after his father Rohan’s failed rebellion. Dreams of avenging his people. When the emperor’s son is betrothed to Princess Erica of the Dansk Kingdom, she brings dragons with her.
These powerful beasts, native to the northern nation, can only be soulbonded by Dansk royalty. As conspiracies unfold and the Sabine Court descends into chaos, Jai seizes the chance to escape with Frida and a stolen hatchling. Hunted relentlessly, Jai must master magic and become a soulbound warrior. To secure his safety, seize his destiny, and exact his revenge. This dragon book series promises an epic adventure for every reader. Blending historical and science fiction elements with a rich fantasy world.
3. Fireborne by Rosaria Munda
Annie and Lee were just children when a brutal revolution transformed their world. Allowing even the lowborn to test into the governing class of Dragonriders. Now, both are rising stars in the new regime, despite their vastly different backgrounds. Dragonfire executed Annie’s lowborn family, while revolutionaries murdered Lee’s aristocratic family. Growing up in the same orphanage forged their friendship, and seven years of training have made them rivals for the top position in the dragon-riding fleet.
Everything changes when survivors from the old regime surface, determined to reclaim the city. With war on the horizon, Lee faces a harrowing choice: kill the only family he has left or betray everything he believes in. Annie must decide whether to protect the boy she loves or become the champion her city needs. This dragon book series blends magic, dragons, and warfare, making it a must-read for any reader seeking thrilling fantasy adventures.
4. The Rage of Dragons by Evan Winter
For nearly two hundred years, the Omehi people have been locked in an unwinnable war, their society built entirely around warfare. In this relentless struggle, the lucky ones are born gifted: one in every two thousand women can call down dragons, and one in every hundred men can transform into a formidable warrior. Everyone else is fodder, destined to fight and die.
Young and gift-less Tau knows this harsh reality but plans to escape it by getting injured, leaving the battlefield early, and settling down to a peaceful life. However, his dreams are shattered when those closest to him are brutally murdered. Consumed by grief and anger, Tau embarks on a path of revenge, determined to become the greatest swordsman who ever lived. He’s willing to die a hundred thousand times if it means avenging the betrayal. This dragon book series offers a gripping fantasy adventure, blending magic, dragons, and the unyielding quest for vengeance.
5. His Majesty’s Dragon by Naomi Novik
In this dragon book series, the Napoleonic Wars gain a thrilling new dimension with aerial combat as valiant warriors rise to Britain’s defense atop the mighty backs of fighting dragons. When HMS Reliant captures a French frigate and seizes a precious unhatched dragon egg, fate changes Capt. Will Laurence’s life forever. Swept from his seafaring life into the ranks of the Aerial Corps, Laurence forms an unexpected kinship with the extraordinary dragon Temeraire. Thrust into a world of daring tactics and airborne battle, Laurence faces a crash course in defending Britain. As France’s dragon-borne forces rally to breach British soil in Bonaparte’s boldest gambit, Laurence and Temeraire must face their own baptism of fire, soaring into combat to protect their homeland. This fantasy series promises epic adventures and magic for every reader.
6. The Ruin of Kings by Jenn Lyons
Kihrin, a bastard orphan who grew up on storybook tales of long-lost princes and grand quests, finds his life turned upside down when he is claimed as the long-lost son of a treasonous prince. However, reality starkly contrasts with the fairy tales, as Kihrin becomes practically a prisoner, caught in the web of his new family’s power plays and ambitions. He soon discovers that the storybooks lied about many things: dragons, demons, gods, prophecies, true love, and the hero always winning. Kihrin learns he is not destined to save the empire; he is destined to destroy it. This dragon book series offers a dark twist on traditional fantasy adventures, challenging everything the reader believes about heroes and legends.
7. Eragon by Christopher Paolini
This list of the best dragon books you will ever read wouldn’t be complete without Eragon!
One boy… One dragon… A world of adventure.
When Eragon, a poor farm boy, discovers a polished blue stone in the forest, he hopes it will buy his family meat for the winter. However, the stone reveals itself to be a dragon egg, and soon a dragon hatchling emerges. Eragon realizes he has stumbled upon a legacy nearly as old as the Empire itself. His simple life is abruptly shattered as he is thrust into a world of destiny, magic, and power.
Armed only with an ancient sword and the guidance of an old storyteller, Eragon and his fledgling dragon must navigate the dangerous terrain and dark enemies of an Empire ruled by an evil king. As Eragon takes up the mantle of the legendary Dragon Riders, the fate of the Empire may rest in his hands. This dragon book series promises an epic adventure filled with magic, dragons, and perilous quests for every reader.
8. The Sky on Fire by Jenn Lyons
In this propulsive standalone fantasy by the acclaimed author of the Chorus of Dragons series, Anahrod thrives in the jungles of the Deep with her titan drake companion, prioritizing survival above all else. When rescued from capture by the local warlord, Sicaryon, by an adventurous party, she initially seeks to return to her solitary life. However, this rescue turns out to be more than she bargained for as her past catches up with her. The group plans to take her to the cloud cities where they need her help in a daring heist—to steal from the hoard of the dragon ruler, Neveranimas, who desires Anahrod’s demise.
In a world where dragons reign supreme, filled with conniving dragons, high-stakes intrigue, and a daring heist, this page-turning adventure promises excitement akin to Dragonriders of Pern for a modern audience. Fans of Naomi Novik’s Temeraire series and Rebecca Yarros’s The Fourth Wing will find this tale compelling and filled with unexpected twists.
9. Of Blood and Fire by Ryan Cahill
Born in fire. Tempered in blood.
In the divided land of Epheria, conflict and mistrust reign supreme. The High Lords of the south constantly feud, kept in check by the ancient Dragonguard who serve the northern empire. In a remote southern village devastated by loss, Calen Bryer prepares for The Proving—a perilous test of courage and skill.
However, everything changes when three mysterious strangers arrive in Milltown bearing a deadly secret. Calen’s peaceful life is shattered as he is thrust into a centuries-old war. There are no prophecies foretelling his arrival. He is no chosen hero. Like any man, he bleeds, and now he must bleed for his world.
This gripping tale unfolds in a world of fire, blood, and unending conflict, promising a riveting saga of bravery and betrayal.
10. Ascendant by Michael R. Miller
Holt Cook, a humble servant of the Order Hall of the Crag, stumbles upon a dark secret: dragons cull their young perceived as flawed. Moved by compassion, Holt defies his Order to rescue an endangered dragon egg, pledging to protect the blind dragon inside.
As the Scourge spreads undead terror and dragon riders face annihilation, betrayal lurks in shadows. Holt’s survival hinges on harnessing his dragon’s magical core—a unique power that could shift the tide of war and prove his worthiness beyond his station.
“Ascendant” echoes beloved dragon-rider tales like Pern and Eragon, blending nostalgia with thrilling new adventures that captivate from start to finish.
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