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Dragon Blood

Patricia Briggs (2003)

SubgenreUrban Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesHurog #2
Setting
CSM age16+
Goodreads4.13
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Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentMild
LanguageModerate

Trigger warnings

ViolenceBloodWarPolitical ViolencePower Imbalance

Positive tags

QuestRedemption ArcSelf-DiscoveryFound Family

Hero archetypes

Lost Heir / Hidden RoyaltyReluctant HeroDragon Rider / Dragonbound

Protagonist archetypes

Cursed ProtagonistMorally Gray Protagonist

Tropes

RebellionDragon CompanionHidden HeirPolitical IntrigueEmpireWarReluctant HeroAncient Evil ReturnsProphecyCourt Intrigue

Themes

Power and CorruptionIdentityLegacy and BloodlinesSacrificeDuty vs Self-PreservationRebellion and ResistanceDestiny

Synopsis

As the rebellion grows against High King Jakoven, Ward, ruler of Hurog, realizes he must join with the rebels. However, Jakoven can crush his enemies with dragon's blood. The very blood that courses through Ward's veins.

Is Dragon Blood appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This fantasy sequel features significant violence as rebellion escalates into war, with on-page battle scenes and blood magic. Some romantic elements are present but not explicit.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include violence, blood, and war (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Teens who love dragon-centered fantasy and political intrigue will be drawn to Ward's struggle between his heritage and survival as rebellion erupts.

Tags

Epic FantasyPolitical FantasyDragon Fantasy