House of Dragons

Written by Jessica Cluess

Book #1 in the House of Dragons series

Five outcasts vie for the dragon throne. Who will prevail?

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448 pages· 108,142 words· Est. 12 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

In Etrusia, the emperor's death sparks a fierce competition for the dragon throne. Five unlikely contenders—a liar, a soldier, a servant, a thief, and a murderer—must navigate treachery and ambition. Emilia hides forbidden magic, Lucian swears off violence, Vespir's dragon skills are her only asset, Ajax takes what he desires, and Hyperia will stop at nothing to rule. As these outcasts defy tradition, alliances form and shatter. Who will seize the crown, and at what cost?

From the publisher

Five royal houses will hear the call to compete in the Trial for the dragon throne. A liar, a soldier, a servant, a thief, and a murderer will answer it. Who will win? Three Dark Crowns meets The Breakfast Club with DRAGONS. When the Emperor dies, the five royal houses of Etrusia attend the Call, where one of their own will be selected to compete for the throne. It is always the oldest child, the one who has been preparing for years to compete in the Trial. But this year is different. This year these five outcasts will answer the call… THE LIAR: Emilia must hide her dark magic or be put to death. THE SOLDIER: Lucian is a warrior who has sworn to never lift a sword again. THE SERVANT: Vespir is a dragon trainer whose skills alone will keep her in the game. THE THIEF: Ajax knows that nothing is free–he must take what he wants. THE MURDERER: Hyperia was born to rule and will stop at nothing to take her throne.

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