Dragonswood is perfect for readers who enjoy historical fiction with a magical twist. The setting of 1192 AD on Wilde Island gives it a unique flavor, but it's the meeting with the dragon warden and Tess's journey towards uncovering the truth that will have readers captivated until the last page. It's a coming-of-age story with a strong female protagonist that will appeal to young adults who enjoy adventure and fantasy.

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On Wilde Island, there is no peace between dragons, fairies, and humans.Wilde Island is in an uproar over the recent death of its king. As the uneasy pact between dragons, fairies, and humans begins to fray, the royal witch hunter with a hidden agenda begins a vengeful quest to burn girls suspected of witchcraft before a new king is crowned..Strong-willed Tess, a blacksmith’s daughter from a tiny hamlet, wants more for herself than a husband and a house to keep. But in times like these wanting more can be dangerous. Accused of witchery, Tess and her two friends are forced to flee the violent witch hunter. As their pursuer draws ever closer they find shelter with a huntsman in the outskirts of the forbidden Dragonswood sanctuary. But staying with the mysterious huntsman poses risks of its own: Tess does not know how to handle the attraction she feels for him—or resist the elusive call that draws her deeper onto the heart of Dragonswood.

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