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Author: N.E. White
Publisher: Indie
Released: November 8, 2025
Received: Review Copy
Find it on Storygraph | More Fantasy

Book Summary:

Damndrake was hatched at a climactic time, to put it mildly. She earned her contentious name in those early moments, and she’s been fighting ever since. Always feeling a bit on the outside, Damndrake considers herself lucky to have her little sister, Blaze.

However, these two are going to have to find a way to fit into society if they want to create a safe future for themselves. This runs the risk of bringing both of their secrets into the light, which begs the question – is the risk worth the reward?

My Review:

Oh. My. Goodness. If you’re a reader who grew up devouring all things dragons, you have got to read this book! I’m serious, The Legend of Damndrake is such a fantastical and vibrant read! It’s not quite like any other dragon book I’ve read, and I’d like to think that’s saying something (I may have been a wee bit obsessed when I was younger…not that I ever really grew out of this phase).

The world of The Legend of Damndrake is rich and dangerous in equal measure. It’s a world full of good and bad, and they’re portrayed in very careful balances. There’s a whole lot to unpack about the dragon/human politics, but I won’t spoil that for you here. It’s worth diving into on your own.

N.E. White has this way of creating worlds that makes you feel. There were so many times that I wanted to jump into the pages so I could defend Damndrake or Blaze. There were other times I wanted to pop in and scream at somebody, but that’s how you know the book has got you hooked, right?

I am happy to report that The Legend of Damndrake is the first in a series and not a standalone novel. Yes, I will be keeping my eyes open for any and all news about the impending sequels. Yes, the wait is probably going to hurt, but it is undeniably going to be worth it.

Highlights:

• Bold & Vibrant Characters
• Dragon Lore & Politics
• Found Family
• Dragon Shenanigans

Trigger Warnings:

• Kidnapping (dragon-napping)
• Graphic injuries & Violence
• Controlling Class Systems

Thanks to N.E. White for making this book available for review. All opinions expressed are my own. 

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