Karma, a young dragon with a dark past, is captured by ruthless dragon hunters who seek to control him for their own sinister purposes. When he's rescued by a band of rogue riders, Karma finds himself among a unique group of dragons who share a complicated bond with their human partners.
Injured and mistrustful, Karma grapples with his new environment, struggling to accept the riders' peculiar way of life. Each dragon bears scars from battles against the hunters, and each rider has a story to tell. Karma must choose between fleeing to reclaim his freedom or staying to learn about the people who saved him.
But when the dragon hunters strike again, Karma finds himself on the run, navigating a perilous world where every shadow could conceal an enemy. His injuries make escape difficult, and he is forced to rely on his unlikely allies. As he journeys through hostile landscapes, Karma discovers the hidden strengths of those around him and uncovers a courage he never knew he had.
As the threat of the dragon hunters grows, Karma must make a critical decision: Does he fight alongside his new companions or risk everything to regain his freedom? This is a thrilling story of adventure, courage, and the power of trust in the face of overwhelming odds. With dramatic escapes, unexpected alliances, and a richly imagined world, this book will captivate readers who love dragons and tales of resistance.
Wild Rider (Dragon Castaway Book 1) [Complete] {2018 Wattys Longlist}
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Reeling from a devastating loss Jake McCall takes refuge in the Texas hill country hoping to find peace. Tranquility however, is the last thing that fate has in store for him. Caught up in a violent storm Jake finds himself a castaway in another world where social classes are set in stone and powerful dragon lords use their riders to enforce their will.
Out of the frying pan into the fire, Jake finds himself in the center of a whole new storm as he becomes the guardian of newly born twin dragons. Holing up in the wilds he vows to protect his new charges but by riding them, he has broken an old taboo, a privilege that the high nobles of this world jealously guard and a situation that Jake cannot stand. As he clashes with his new world, a group of dragon rider cadets is sent to investigate, one of whom hides a dangerous secret of their own.
Wyena is the proud daughter of a noble house of riders but as she is female she is barred from riding. Informed that she has had her hand arranged in marriage she rebels and attends academy in her cousin's place. But jealousy runs hot amidst the riders and as tensions rise, she may have to protect more than just her pride.
Written by B.Urich
Cover by Jessica Dueck @StarsColdNight