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“The master of dragon art brings the same skills to dragon storytelling” in this debut epic fantasy that’s “as detailed and exciting as anything since the Pern tales” (Terry Brooks, New York Times–bestselling author).
Maia and her family raise dragons for the political war machine. As she comes of age, she hopes for a dragon of her own to add to the stable of breeding parents. But the war goes badly, and the needs of the Dragonry dash her hopes. Her peaceful life is shattered when the Summer Dragon—one of the rare and mythical High Dragons—makes an appearance in her quiet valley. The Summer Dragon is an omen of change, but no one knows for certain what kind of change he augurs. Political factions vie to control the implied message, each to further their own agendas.
The bond between dragons and their riders is deep and life-long, and Maia’s desire for a dragon of her own drives her to take a risk that puts her life at stake. Soon, she is swept into an adventure that pits her against the deathless Horrors—thralls of the enemy—and a faceless creature drawn from her fears. In her fight to preserve everything she knows and loves, she uncovers secrets that challenge her understanding of her world—and of herself.
Featuring maps and full-page artwork by the author, The Summer Dragon is the thrilling epic fantasy debut of acclaimed illustrator Todd Lockwood and the first adventure in the Evertide series.
Maia and her family raise dragons for the political war machine. As she comes of age, she hopes for a dragon of her own to add to the stable of breeding parents. But the war goes badly, and the needs of the Dragonry dash her hopes. Her peaceful life is shattered when the Summer Dragon—one of the rare and mythical High Dragons—makes an appearance in her quiet valley. The Summer Dragon is an omen of change, but no one knows for certain what kind of change he augurs. Political factions vie to control the implied message, each to further their own agendas.
The bond between dragons and their riders is deep and life-long, and Maia’s desire for a dragon of her own drives her to take a risk that puts her life at stake. Soon, she is swept into an adventure that pits her against the deathless Horrors—thralls of the enemy—and a faceless creature drawn from her fears. In her fight to preserve everything she knows and loves, she uncovers secrets that challenge her understanding of her world—and of herself.
Featuring maps and full-page artwork by the author, The Summer Dragon is the thrilling epic fantasy debut of acclaimed illustrator Todd Lockwood and the first adventure in the Evertide series.
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Hannah Ketschek
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October 31, 2024
Needs a second book! I couldn't stop reading and need to know what happens next!
Eryn Bradley
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July 12, 2023
Literally my favorite book of all time.
Dar Brewster
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January 5, 2024
Engrossing and entertaining. I loved it.
About the author
Todd Lockwood's art has appeared on New York Times-bestselling novels, industry magazines, and fantasy/science fiction games, such as Dungeons and Dragons and Magic: The Gathering. He has won more than 15 Chesley Awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award, and two World Fantasy Art Show Awards. He currently lives in Washington with his wife and three children. The Summer Dragon is his debut novel. He can be found at toddlockwood.com.
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