Step into Navarre's most dangerous war college where dragon riders are made and broken. In this brutal world, survival isn't just about strength—it's about wit, cunning, and the dragon's favor. Twenty-year-old Violet Sorrengail never expected to find herself here, thrust into a battle for her life when her commanding general mother orders her to join the Riders Quadrant.
Beyond the walls of Basgiath War College, a kingdom is dying as protective wards fail and enemies close in. But inside the college, the danger is even more immediate. With fewer dragons willing to bond than there are cadets, most students would kill Violet to better their own chances. The rest would eliminate her simply because she's the daughter of the general who sent them here. When you're smaller and more fragile than everyone else, death is always just one heartbeat away.
This isn't just another fantasy adventure—it's a story about finding strength when you're told you're too weak. Violet must use every ounce of her intelligence and cunning to navigate the treacherous relationships, deadly trials, and romantic entanglements that await. Xaden Riorson, the most powerful and ruthless wingleader, sees her as nothing but another obstacle to eliminate. But in a place where everyone has an agenda and betrayal lurks around every corner, even enemies can become unexpected allies.
As a #1 New York Times bestseller and recipient of numerous "Best Book of 2023" awards, including from Apple, Audible, and Goodreads, this fantasy epic has captivated readers worldwide. Now with three exclusive bonus chapters narrated by Teddy Hamilton, this extended version offers even more of the thrilling story that has fans eagerly awaiting the next installment in the Empyrean series.
If you enjoy romantic fantasy with high stakes, complex characters, and world-building that pulls you completely in, this audiobook is your next obsession. The combination of Rebecca Yarros' masterful storytelling and the immersive narration creates an experience that will have you listening long into the night, desperate to know what happens next in Violet's dangerous journey.
