Invictus
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Last published Mon, Dec 1, 2014
Every year, the land of Aichais hosts the most prestigious, entertaining, and dangerous competition in the world. Riders and their dragons come from all corners of the map to test their skill in the mighty Invictus race, a grueling trek that crosses the entire continent.
Cressida Bennett has been training and working with dragons for most of her life, making a name for herself within the male-dominated sport. But when she ignores tradition and becomes the first female to sign up for the Invictus, she faces immediate backlash from the racing community.
Cressida is confident she can win it, especially riding Apophis, a notorious wild dragon she has spent years befriending. But it is about more than just crossing the finish line first. They've got a point to prove; that even the most unlikely of contenders can succeed.
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