{"product_id":"shadow-of-dragons-jacob-peppers-9781805508731","title":"Shadow of Dragons: A totally gripping epic fantasy adventure","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDragon riders once ruled the skies... And soon they will fly again. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCenturies ago, dragons and humans defended the land of Astria side by side. Then the empire invaded, with huge creatures of ice and stone. And the dragons abandoned their allies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow, every Astrian is born in chains.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNolan refuses to serve the invaders. On the streets of an occupied city, he picks pockets to survive, desperately staying one step ahead of the guards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThen he steals from the wrong man...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a legion of imperial soldiers closing in, Nolan is saved by a mysterious swordsman and his sharp-witted daughter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs they flee into the mountains, his new companions speak of rebellion. Of an academy where Astrians train to fight. Of magic the empire failed to destroy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNolan has no time for legends.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut as he discovers the truth of Astria's fall, he feels power stirring within him. Power that makes him believe, for the first time, that the empire could be destroyed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the dragons may have vanished. But their fire has not gone out...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShadow of Dragons\u003c\/em\u003e is a thrilling epic fantasy of non-stop action, magical creatures, ancient ruins, and long-buried secrets. It's perfect for fans of John Gwynne, Ryan Cahill, and Pierce Brown.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee why readers love Jacob Peppers's exciting epic fantasy adventures: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003eJam-packed full of adventure\u003c\/strong\u003e, rich world building, and amazing characters... one of those \u003cstrong\u003e\"Interrupt me when I'm reading and you'll unleash the beast\"\u003c\/strong\u003e kind of books!... a \u003cstrong\u003eheart-stopping adventure with assassins, antiheroes and a whole lot of action... \u003c\/strong\u003eDoesn't let you go until the final breathtaking scene!\" Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003eA terrific book!\u003c\/strong\u003e A \u003cstrong\u003ethrilling plot, fast paced and action packed\u003c\/strong\u003e. The characters are colorful and fully brought to life... a string of \u003cstrong\u003eshocking surprises\u003c\/strong\u003e... holds one's attention captive... I highly recommend this book to all fantasy readers.\" Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003eI literally could not put this down.\u003c\/strong\u003e I was \u003cstrong\u003etotally hooked\u003c\/strong\u003e by the story... Easy 5 stars. Not a moment of hesitation.\" Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This book just \u003cstrong\u003epulled me out of my reading slump!\u003c\/strong\u003e... so much action and suspense... My darn eyes \u003cstrong\u003ecouldn't keep up with how fast I wanted them to read!\u003c\/strong\u003e\" Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"One of the \u003cstrong\u003ebest fantasy novels I have read in over 60 years\u003c\/strong\u003e. A heroic main character with a wonderful supporting cast... \u003cstrong\u003eEngaging and filled with excellent details and excitement\u003c\/strong\u003e.\" Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"By the end of the book I was sitting \u003cstrong\u003eon the edge of my seat. Literally, the edge of my seat!\u003c\/strong\u003e... Loved it!\" Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jacob Peppers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1805508733\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781805508731\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Second Sky\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/04\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 392\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.84lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 7.81h x 5.06w x 0.87d","brand":"Jacob Peppers","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48997920932095,"sku":"9781805508731","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/shadow-of-dragons-jacob-peppers-9781805508731","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}