Fantasy novels have given us some unforgettable heroes who soar the skies on dragons, and I love diving into their stories. One of my favorites is Hiccup from 'How to Train Your Dragon' by Cressida Cowell. Unlike typical heroes, Hiccup is scrawny and awkward, but his bond with Toothless the Night Fury proves that bravery comes in all forms. Their adventures are heartwarming and action-packed, perfect for readers who enjoy underdog tales.
Another standout is Rand al'Thor from 'The Wheel of Time' by Robert Jordan. While not a traditional dragon rider, he is linked to the Dragon Reborn prophecy and battles cosmic forces. For a darker twist, Anomander Rake from 'Malazan Book of the Fallen' rides a massive dragon named Silanah, embodying power and mystery. These characters show how diverse dragon riders can be, from whimsical to grimdark.
Lastly, I can't forget Temeraire from Naomi Novik's 'Temeraire' series, a dragon with intellect and personality who partners with Captain Laurence. Their bond redefines the dragon-rider dynamic, blending historical fiction with fantasy. Each of these heroes offers a unique take on the theme, making them timeless in the genre.
I'm a fantasy enthusiast with a soft spot for epic tales featuring dragons and their riders. One iconic character that fits this description is Eragon from 'The Inheritance Cycle' by Christopher Paolini. He starts as a farm boy but becomes a Dragon Rider, bonding with the dragon Saphira. Their journey is filled with magic, battles, and a deep bond that defines the series. Another legendary figure is Daenerys Targaryen from 'A Song of Ice and Fire' by George R.R. Martin, who rides Drogon and commands respect across continents. These characters embody the classic fantasy trope of dragon riders, blending courage and mythical allure.
Dragon-riding heroes in fantasy novels always spark my imagination, and I’ve spent years exploring these stories. A classic example is Ged from 'A Wizard of Earthsea' by Ursula K. Le Guin, who doesn’t ride dragons conventionally but interacts with them in ways that blur the line between ally and adversary. His encounters with dragons like Yevaud are poetic and philosophical, adding depth to the trope.
For a more traditional rider, there’s Tintaglia from 'The Realm of the Elderlings' series by Robin Hobb. She bonds with humans like Selden Vestrit, creating a symbiotic relationship that’s both political and personal. Then there’s Kaladin from 'The Stormlight Archive' by Brandon Sanderson, who doesn’t ride dragons but shares a similar dynamic with magical creatures like the Windrunners. These narratives expand the idea of what a dragon rider can be, blending loyalty, conflict, and world-building.
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The dragons and royals are at war. Dragons have power and the royals want it to cement their rule in their kingdoms. Rather than creating a bond between the two, the royals have been stealing dragon eggs, hoping they will bond with the dragon once it hatches, allowing the royal to become a dragon rider. However, there is a thief among them, someone who is stealing the dragon eggs and returning them to the dragons. Someone who, when found, will be put to death.
Princess Skylar is the daughter of King Augustus. Her father has been hunting dragon eggs for years. Unbeknownst to him, Skylar is the thief that he is searching for. She does not agree with stealing dragon eggs from the mothers who make their nests away from the other dragons, making themselves vulnerable to attack. Her betrothed, Prince Kenneth, also supports stealing dragon eggs in the hope of bonding with a dragon and making his kingdom stronger.
Ryuki is a dragon rider. He bonded with his dragon, Bynjym, a year ago when he stumbled across him in the wild. The bond between dragon and rider is sacred. Ryuki and other dragon riders believe that it should never be forced. The riders fight against the royals who steal dragon eggs, working to keep them from being able to access the eggs, or fighting to get the eggs back to their dragon mothers.
What will happen when Ryuki realizes that Skylar is a royal like no other? Can Skylar keep her secret from her father, continuing to work inside the palace to take the stolen eggs back to their mothers? What will happen when Skylar realizes that her feelings for Ryuki are much stronger than her feelings for Prince Kenneth? Find out in The Dragon Thief.
Dragons are the most ancient and powerful clans, which rule the world with an iron fist. Every other living beings are considered beneath them. Humans are considered the lowest of the low and are mostly invisible to the other clans.Nyra is a human with a past. Drake is the most powerful Dragon in history. He can make or break anything with just a flick of his eyes. Dragons have a rule. The person to whom they lose their virginity will be their other half and mate until death.Drake sleeps with Nyra on a passionate night under the effects of a drug. Nyra slips away before being noticed by anyone.But a tattoo forms on her lower back, as a symbol showing that she is a dragon's mate, which she is determined to hide.Drake is determined to find his unidentified mate. Who will succeed in their quest? Will Drake be able to accept Nyra as his mate, after finding out that she is a human?Can Nyra escape, when her past comes after her?Will Drake be able to save his mate?
“Why did you take me?” “Because you’re valuable to me,” he replied, his dark and dangerous voice brushing against my skin in ways that made my heart race and my core ache.“I don’t belong to you or any man,” I replied, trembling as I held my ground.“Who said I was a man?”*****Princess Evie Stanton lived a life of luxury she detested with a passion. Nothing was ever pretty when it came to high society and when her father tried to force her to marry a man twice her age, she knew she had to get out. Little did she know Captain Thane, a dragon prince seeking revenge, had his eye on her. Love often finds us in the most mysterious of ways, and these two enemies are brought together to navigate a way to earn their freedom. Will they be able to put aside their differences for love?Or is the tragedy of Thane’s past too much to forget?Lust of a Dragon is created by Claire Wilkins, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.
Book two of the Dragon Rider series.
After the sudden attack on the compound and the betrayal of my dearest friend, we are forced into hiding as King Toban's army sweeps through the land. Aurora is missing and the new Dragon Riders are being taken hostage by Toban, and with the book gone, I'm left in its place. Secrets are being exposed and families torn apart, and as the Kingdom falls around us alliances must be made with those who once defied us.
The war I wished that would never happen has started. I must choose to save those around me, or myself.
Book 3
I need to save Aurora. But with the Red Moon staying, those without power are now in danger. With Toban holding Aurora captive and the land of Athena being taken over by Anna's Rogues, I learn that this isn't my only worry.
Markus is back and stronger than before, and with his new strength, the life of my friends comes into jeopardy. I must choose to save my Dragon, or the ones that have become my family... Or suffer from the Red Moon's curse, Death.
A Slave. A King. A Coward. A god.
6 kingdoms.
Arlankis, Kronos, Mrygyan, Summer Isle, the Free Nation, and Vilandres.
The Great War had men triumphing over dragons.
Victory brought greed and cruelty. Men became scheming kings creating a chasm between nobles and common people, bringing back division and slave trades.
Slave and hot-headed, Mare’s only claim in life is that she is a dragon lord, an untested claim, and as such has been chosen to unseat the cruel king of fantastical Arlankis, becoming a hero.
A hero without a proven claim.
When her attempt at heroism, assassinating the king, goes horribly wrong, she becomes the king’s slave, chosen to please his sexual demands.
Her actions also condemns her friends and people to a horrible fate.
Her journey is only beginning when an incident proves that she is indeed a dragon lord, able to command a surviving dragon of the war. This changes everything. Vallezarii, king of Arlankis marries her to give him dragon heirs.
But she is not the only dragon lord.
Perci, the king’s heir, has secrets of his own. He is a dragon lord. Like Mare, he seeks to unite the 6 kingdoms again.
The true prophecy: A hero will arise to unite the kingdoms under dragons. Who becomes a hero? Mare or Perci?
Challenges arise.
First came love: Mare and Perci are bound by their blood and desires. Mutual hate becomes more. The consequence of their affair is disastrous.
Then came betrayal: Dragons rise again. Thirst for power is once again unquenchable. Men want to rise with dragons, doing anything– even betraying kin, to dine with a dragon lord.
Then the mystery: A seventh kingdom. The Dragon Seat. People who seek to suppress dragon dynasty. The opposition are the mysterious descendants of dragon lord.
After the four elemental stones have been stolen, the magical kingdoms of Castamere and Everus find their kingdoms slowly dying due to the Great Plague. To restore order and balance, the stones must be found and returned to the Dragon's keep.
Aeryn is the lost queen of Everus and heir to the Dragon Flame elemental stone. After the great war that leaves both kingdom in shambles, a dangerous sacrifice is preformed and she absorbs the power of the Dragon flame stone to keep it from getting into the wrong hands. The young queen is taken away from her kingdom few days after for her protection. She grows up as a commoner in her rival kingdom till she is kidnapped by a fanatic who sees the power in her fiery eyes.
He enrols her into the Queenstrial as one of the thirteen maidens vying for the Crown Prince of Castamere, Lucien's hand in marriage. Her task is simple, spy on the Crown Prince and retrieve the elemental ice stone or risk the kingdom of Castamere and Everus destroyed by the great plague.
Falling in love with the Crown Prince was not in the equation especially when he is also hiding a very dangerous dark secret.
I’ve always been drawn to fantasy novels where the hero bonds with a dragon—it’s such a classic yet thrilling dynamic. One standout for me is 'Eragon' by Christopher Paolini. The way Eragon and Saphira’s relationship evolves from fledgling trust to unbreakable partnership is pure magic. The aerial battles, the telepathic connection, and even the growing pains of their bond make it feel so real. Another favorite is 'The Dragonriders of Pern' series by Anne McCaffrey. Lessa and her queen dragon, Ramoth, are iconic. The way McCaffrey blends sci-fi elements with fantasy, making dragons essential to survival, is genius. These stories aren’t just about riding dragons; they’re about unity, sacrifice, and soaring above adversity.