Elisa Rae
Captive Dragon (Dragons of Reverie Book 1)
by Elisa Rae
An intimate fantasy romance in which a wounded dragon-shifter heir and a tough warrior-ally forge a slow-burning connection while facing political danger. Strong worldbuilding and a warm, hopeful romantic payoff make this a romantasy standout.
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About This Book
In "Captive Dragon," the first book of Elisa Rae's "Dragons of Reverie" series, Storm, a noble dragon shifter, seeks to avoid the violent politics of his kind. After surviving an attack during his journey home, he retreats into a cave to heal. However, his respite is interrupted by a group of cutthroats intent on harvesting his scales.
Selah, an elven mindhealer apprentice, has been kidnapped by these same thugs. They demand she use her abilities to control Storm's mind, threatening her life if she refuses. Faced with this perilous choice, Selah's path intertwines with Storm's, leading them on a journey fraught with danger and discovery.
As they travel together, a slow-burning connection develops between the reluctant hero and the feisty heroine. The narrative is rich with strong worldbuilding, creating a vivid backdrop for their evolving relationship. The story balances political intrigue with a warm, hopeful romantic payoff, making it a standout in the romantasy genre.
What Readers Say
Readers appreciate the slow-burn romance and strong worldbuilding in 'Captive Dragon'. Many praise the hopeful undertone and memorable characters in this romantasy standout. Fans note the engaging dynamic between Storm and Selah, making it a sweet and endearing read. Some readers find the plot points a bit muddled and hard to follow compared to the author's other works. Recommended for fans of found family, noblebright fantasy romance, and dragon shifters.