About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is facing a major life transition or a new leadership role and feels like their unique traits are being misunderstood by those around them. Meglynne is a princess preparing to become the official heir to the throne, but her deep magical bond with a dragon named Jakl makes the public wary and suspicious of her intentions. The story masterfully balances the external pressures of royal duty with the internal struggle of staying true to oneself when the world expects you to conform. It is a sophisticated high fantasy novel suitable for middle schoolers, offering a rich exploration of loyalty, the weight of expectations, and the courage required to protect those who are different. Parents will appreciate how it models responsible decision making and the importance of looking beyond surface level appearances to find the truth.
