sometimes in the dead of night we come across the deepest and most reflective thoughts, and however involuntary these may be, they are extremely complex. And that's what I want to share with you, I'm not a poet or writer but I think any thought is valid, because it's what defines us.

Kindness can change everything. Even your past. Aurelian farm girl Naima Gentlekind never thinks she was special. As the kindest girl in her village, she always shows up to help someone in need. She couldn't help but wonder if she wasn't born in Aurelia. Her hazy past comes back to haunt her when she learns she is a lost heir to a royal elven bloodline and the same man who killed her parents tracks her down. With the help from a group of legendary warriors and a sun elf prince whom she's been rubbing off her positive influence on, Naima must learn to believe in herself in order to defeat the Great Deceiver of Harmonia and become the princess her parents knew she could be. Perfect for fans of Kelly Barnhill, Soman Chainani, and The Dragon Prince, Madison Ciabattari crafts a breathtaking debut novel about overcoming adversity, belonging, self-discovery, and the life-changing power of kindness.

When the kingdom of Ayayndor is attacked by terrifying creatures called Wervplights-mutated dragons once sealed by an ancient pact-young Amara Coldmere escapes with her sister as the city falls to flames. Amid the chaos, Amara realizes she ignored a crack in the magical crystal that upheld the Silence Ones' Pact between humans and dragons. Her failure may have triggered the release of the Wervplights, breaking the sacred code that required both sides to help each other in times of need. Overwhelmed with guilt and blamed by others, she chooses not to give in to despair but to take responsibility. With only fifty surviving children and no dragons left, Amara devises a risky plan to infiltrate enemy territory, gain support, and uncover the truth behind the attack. She hopes to restore the broken alliance and prevent the Wervplights from returning. Despite their grief and fear, the children vow to honor those who died by continuing the fight. Their words, "Let the silence catch flames," become a promise-to rise from the ashes and reclaim their future.