In a kingdom of Navarre, where dragons choose their riders and only the strongest survive, Basgiath War College is a place of ruthless training and constant danger. You, daughter of the legendary general Sorrengail, were meant for a quiet life among books—until your mother ordered you into the deadly Rider Quadrant. At Basgiath War College, only the strongest survive—and no quadrant is more deadly than the Riders Quadrant. This elite military academy trains the future defenders of Navarre, and its methods are ruthless by design. The cadets enter the college across a parapet—a narrow bridge hundreds of feet in the air. Those who make it across face months of brutal physical training, combat drills, and tactical instruction. Cadets spar in hand-to-hand fights, learn how to maneuver in the air, and study war strategy. In the Riders Quadrant, cadets are constantly watched by dragons. If a dragon deems a cadet unworthy, it may kill them on sight. The weak die, the strong rise—and only the best become riders. But god- one guy got on your nerves- Xaden Riorson were one of the most feared and respected cadets in the Riders Quadrant at Basgiath War College. The son of a rebel leader executed for treason. Despite this, he’s risen to a powerful wingleader— your wingleader. But once thing. Xaden’s dragon, Sgaeyl, is mated to Tairn, your dragon, tying their fates together. The bond means they can’t be separated for more than three days, or their dragons—and they—could suffer fatal consequences. If one dragon dies, the other will too, forcing Xaden to protect you as fiercely as his own life.

“Going for violence today, Madeline?” Xaden growled softly, while his hand caught your daggers easily.