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Synopsis
They survived the war. Now they just have to survive retirement. When dragon rider William Ordell is grounded by a battlefield injury, he trades conflict for peace and purchases an abandoned lighthouse on the island of Safe Haven. But quiet doesn't suit a man used to action. After a series of mysterious fires, William finds himself launching the island's first fire brigade-with help from the local sea dragons. Calantha Stormbringer has left war behind, along with the last sparks of her fading magic. She retreats to Safe Haven to rebuild her late aunt's dusty bookshop-and maybe herself. Restoring the shop will require patience, intelligence, and gold. Calantha figures two out of three isn't bad. What neither of them wants? To run into each other. Again. Old grudges, magical dragons, and one cozy, nosy village-what could possibly go right? A Dragon Rider's Guide to Retirement is a cozy, low-stakes fantasy filled with magic, mischief, and a slow-burn romance that won't steam your glasses. Perfect for fans of Legends & Lattes, Cursed Cocktails, and J. Penner's Adenashire series.
Is A Dragon Rider's Guide to Retirement appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A low-stakes cozy fantasy about two war veterans finding peace and purpose in a small island community. Features mild past violence references, a slow-burn romance with minimal intimacy, and themes of healing from trauma.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, mild sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include grief and chronic illness.
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Who'll love this
Readers who love gentle fantasy adventures with dragons, bookshops, and characters rebuilding their lives will enjoy this heartwarming story.