In a sky ruled by dragons and bound by deadly pacts, one girl's destiny begins with betrayal.

When orphaned outcast Lyra is chosen to bond with a dragon, she enters the elite Skybound Academy?where survival is earned through blood, not birthright. Her dragon, Ashrend, is a fierce and ancient creature shrouded in legend. But as Lyra uncovers secrets buried deep within the academy's walls, she realizes her bond is more dangerous than she ever imagined.

Enemies lurk behind every smile. Trials test more than strength. And at the heart of it all stands Kael, the ruthless top rider with secrets of his own.

Loyalty will be shattered. Love will be tested. And the skies will burn.

Perfect for fans of Fourth Wing, dark fantasy, and slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romances.