10 Best Dragon -Themed Fantasy Books with Heroes and Dragons!
If you're anything like me, dear reader, the mere mention of dragons stirs up visions of smoldering embers, snaking tendrils of smoke and grand tales of riveting adventure. If you're nodding in agreement, you are in for a treat! I've handpicked ten stellar dragon-themed fantasy books that do justice to these legendary beasts and the brave heroes challenging them. These narratives feature epic battles where steel meets scale, along with intricate lore that evokes a tantalizing sense of mystery about these majestic creatures. Each book offers a unique spin on dragon lore, delivering complex, multi-layered narratives that delve into the heart of human bravery and the magic of mythical beasts. So, whether you prefer your dragons as wise, ancient creatures hoarding unimaginable treasures, or as raging forces of destruction that our dauntless heroes must face, there is something here guaranteed to fuel your imagination. Hiatus 'nil desperandum', my friends- never despair. For in the end, isn't it the thrill of the hunt, the journey, the grand adventures, and of course, the dragons, that truly make our lives truly magical. Get ready to lose yourself in these immersive worlds where bravery takes flight on the wings of dragons!
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『Eragon』
Master storyteller and internationally bestselling author Christopher Paolini returns to the World of Eragon with Murtagh. Murtagh, a stunning epic fantasy set a year after the events of the Inheritance Cycle, will publish in 2023. The first book in The Inheritance Cycle. When poor farm boy Eragon finds a polished stone in the forest, he thinks it's a lucky discovery. Perhaps, he will be able to buy his family food for the winter. But, when a baby dragon hatches out of the stone, Eragon realises he's stumbled upon a legacy nearly as old as the Empire itself. His simple life is shattered, and he's thrust into a perilous new world of destiny, magic and power. To navigate this dark terrain, and survive his cruel king's evil ways, he must take up the mantle of the legendary Dragon Riders. Will he succeed? The fate of the Empire rests in his hands. . .
Author | Christopher Paolini |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | Random House |
Release Date | Mar 08, 2009 |
Source | Google Books |
『Here, There Be Dragons』
The year is 1917. Following the sudden death of his Professor, a young man and his two companions are approached by a strange man who gives them a book to safeguard. This book, the Imaginarium Geographica, is the reason the Professor was killed, and now, they too are in mortal danger. Chased by the ferocious Wendigo, half-man half-werewolf creatures, the three companions seek refuge on a ship - a ship that leads them to the extraordinary lands of myth and legend mapped in the precious book they carry. As their adventure unfolds we learn that the friends are in fact C.S Lewis, J.R.R Tolkien and Charles Williams - and as they discover that events in the known world mirror those in the imaginary realm, they come to realise the importance of the Imaginarium Geographica , and if not protected, there will be no peace from the war that rages in our world.
Author | James A. Owen |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Release Date | Apr 29, 2010 |
Source | Google Books |
『Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire』
Celebrate 20 years of Harry Potter magic! The Triwizard Tournament is to be held at Hogwarts. Only wizards who are over seventeen are allowed to enter - but that doesn't stop Harry dreaming that he will win the competition. Then at Hallowe'en, when the Goblet of Fire makes its selection, Harry is amazed to find his name is one of those that the magical cup picks out. He will face death-defying tasks, dragons and Dark wizards, but with the help of his best friends, Ron and Hermione, he might just make it through - alive!These new editions of the classic and internationally bestselling, multi-award-winning series feature instantly pick-up-able new jackets by Jonny Duddle, with huge child appeal, to bring Harry Potter to the next generation of readers. It's time to PASS THE MAGIC ON ...
Author | J. K. Rowling |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
Release Date | Jan 01, 2014 |
Source | Google Books |
『Dragon Champion』
From the national bestselling author of the Vampire Earth series comes the first novel in an epic fantasy saga where dragons struggle to survive in an age of fire... High in the mountains, deep in the safety of a cave, a brood of dragons is born. The four young ones are among the last of a dying breed—the last hope for dragons’ survival. But hope shatters when a murderous group of slave-trader dwarves breaks into the cave, leaving a wake of death and destruction... Only young Auron, a rare, defenseless gray dragon, manages to escape. Armed with nothing but his claws and a boundless determination to survive, he sets off in search of his kind. But to find other dragons—or, at least, find out who’s killing them off—Auron will have to search a world of mercenary elves, vicious humans, and dangers of all kinds. Finding allies in the strangest places—and finding himself along the way—Auron is about to make the trek of a lifetime.
Author | E.E. Knight |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | Penguin |
Release Date | Dec 06, 2005 |
Source | Google Books |
『The Priory of the Orange Tree』
The New York Times bestselling "epic feminist fantasy perfect for fans of Game of Thrones" (Bustle). NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY: AMAZON (Top 100 Editors Picks and Science Fiction and Fantasy) * CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY * BOOKPAGE * AUTOSTRADDLE A world divided. A queendom without an heir. An ancient enemy awakens. The House of Berethnet has ruled Inys for a thousand years. Still unwed, Queen Sabran the Ninth must conceive a daughter to protect her realm from destruction--but assassins are getting closer to her door. Ead Duryan is an outsider at court. Though she has risen to the position of lady-in-waiting, she is loyal to a hidden society of mages. Ead keeps a watchful eye on Sabran, secretly protecting her with forbidden magic. Across the dark sea, Tané has trained all her life to be a dragonrider, but is forced to make a choice that could see her life unravel. Meanwhile, the divided East and West refuse to parley, and forces of chaos are rising from their sleep.
Author | Samantha Shannon |
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Price | $8.48 |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing USA |
Release Date | Feb 26, 2019 |
Source | Google Books |
『The Hobbit』
J.R.R. Tolkien's classic prelude to his Lord of the Rings trilogy... Bilbo Baggins is a hobbit who enjoys a comfortable, unambitious life, rarely traveling any farther than his pantry or cellar. But his contentment is disturbed when the wizard Gandalf and a company of dwarves arrive on his doorstep one day to whisk him away on an adventure. They have launched a plot to raid the treasure hoard guarded by Smaug the Magnificent, a large and very dangerous dragon. Bilbo reluctantly joins their quest, unaware that on his journey to the Lonely Mountain he will encounter both a magic ring and a frightening creature known as Gollum. Written for J.R.R. Tolkien's own children, The Hobbit has sold many millions of copies worldwide and established itself as a modern classic.
Author | J.R.R. Tolkien |
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Price | $11.99 |
Publisher | HarperCollins |
Release Date | Feb 15, 2012 |
Source | Google Books |
『The Rage of Dragons』
Game of Thrones meets Gladiator in this blockbuster debut epic fantasy about a world caught in an eternal war, and the young man who will become his people's only hope for survival. ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE'S TOP 100 FANTASY BOOKS OF ALL TIME Winner of the Reddit/Fantasy Award for Best Debut Fantasy Novel The Omehi people have been fighting an unwinnable war for almost two hundred years. The lucky ones are born gifted. One in every two thousand women has the power to call down dragons. One in every hundred men is able to magically transform himself into a bigger, stronger, faster killing machine. Everyone else is fodder, destined to fight and die in the endless war. Young, gift-less Tau knows all this, but he has a plan of escape. He's going to get himself injured, get out early, and settle down to marriage, children, and land. Only, he doesn't get the chance. Those closest to him are brutally murdered, and his grief swiftly turns to anger. Fixated on revenge, Tau dedicates himself to an unthinkable path. He'll become the greatest swordsman to ever live, a man willing to die a hundred thousand times for the chance to kill the three who betrayed him. The Rage of Dragons launches a stunning and powerful debut epic fantasy series that readers are already calling "the best fantasy book in years." The BurningThe Rage of Dragons
Author | Evan Winter |
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Price | $9.99 |
Publisher | Orbit |
Release Date | Feb 12, 2019 |
Source | Google Books |
『Guards! Guards!』
“Patchett demonstrates just how great the distance is between one- and two-joke writers and the comic masters whose work will be read into the next century.” —Locus Magic, mayhem, and a marauding dragon combine for extraordinary fun in this cheeky Discworld novel from New York Times bestselling author Terry Pratchett. Insurrection is in the air in the city of Ankh-Morpork. The Haves and Have-Nots are about to face off. Again. It’s old news to Captain Sam Vimes of the city’s ramshackle Night Watch. But this time, something is different—the Have-Nots have found the key to a dormant, lethal weapon that even they can’t fully control, and they’re about to unleash a campaign of terror on the city. Long believed extinct, a draco nobilis can now be seen patrolling the skies above Discworld's greatest city. Not only does this unwelcome visitor have a nasty habit of charbroiling everything in its path, but it’s also soon crowned King. Can Vimes, Captain Carrot, and the rest of the Ankh-Morpork City Watch restore order (before it's burned to a crisp)? The Discworld novels can be read in any order but Guards! Guards! is the 1st book in the City Watch collection and the 8th Discworld book. The City Watch collection in order: Guards! Guards! Men at Arms Feet of Clay Jingo The Fifth Element Night Watch Thud! Snuff
Author | Terry Pratchett |
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Price | $11.99 |
Publisher | Harper Collins |
Release Date | Mar 17, 2009 |
Source | Google Books |
『Dragon Flight』
With the Dragon Wars over, Creel finds herself bored with life as a seamstress. Then word comes that a bordering country has been breeding dragons in preparation for an invasion. Never one to miss out on the action, Creel throws herself headlong into an adventure that will reunite her with Shardas, the king of the dragons, pit her against a vicious new dragon, and perhaps rekindle a friendship with Prince Luka. Funny, heart-felt, and action packed, new readers and returning fans alike will dive headlong into this highly anticipated follow up to Dragonskin Slippers.
Author | Jessica Day George |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | A&C Black |
Release Date | Feb 02, 2012 |
Source | Google Books |
Wow, what an exhilarating ride through the realm of dragon-themed fantasy novels! I mean, what's not to love? The breathtaking adventures, lovable characters, and, of course, magnificent dragons in every shape and form. Few elements in fiction offer such dynamic imagery and storytelling. As we've journeyed together through this list, we've encountered reluctant heroes, wise-cracking sidekicks, and majestic, awe-inspiring dragons who are sometimes allies, sometimes antagonists, but always irresistibly captivating. With each novel, we've immersed ourselves in new, vivid worlds where the fantastic reigns supreme. Remember, folks, dragons don't have to remain in the world of fantasy. By picking up one of these novels, you can invite them into your reality, even just for a little while. So, if you've ever dreamed of forging an unlikely bond with a dragon, or of rushing headlong into a thrilling adventure filled with magical creatures, you've come to the right place. Happy reading, fellow dragon-lovers!
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