One girl. One forbidden dragon. One academy built on secrets and lies.

When Seryna Vale arrives at Virelya Academy, she's not just another dragonbond candidate-she's the last surviving heir of a fallen house, hiding a legacy scorched by betrayal. Determined to survive the deadly trials and uncover the truth about her mother's death, Seryna forms an impossible bond with Vraxia, a legendary black dragon feared for her untamed power.

But dragons don't just choose riders-they test them. And Vraxia isn't just any dragon... she's a weapon, a warning, and a flame that could consume everything.

As Seryna is thrown into a war of wings, magic, and deception, the only one who knows the truth is Kael Draven-a half-dragon mentor with secrets of his own, and a desire neither of them can afford.

Will Seryna survive the bond that shouldn't exist? Or will vengeance burn the only thing she ever wanted to protect?

Perfect for fans of Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, and dragon academy romances filled with danger, slow-burn passion, and high-stakes trials.