Best Book of the Year 2023 - Indies Today<br/><br/>Outlawed magic. Thrilling heists. Dragons like you've never seen before.<br/><br/>"If I got executed again, my dad was going to kill me."<br/><br/>Asher of Steel Rim might be a halfway-decent thief, but he's not exactly the realm’s most popular guy. As an outcast among outcasts, some hate him for his scale-tipped, pointed ears. Others wish him dead because he’s a magi in a land where those born with etherarchy are outlawed.<br/><br/>In the wild, desert wastelands of Drakfell, Asher finally finds the opportunity he’s been waiting for: A chance to avenge his mother’s death by taking down the legendary leader of the Mage Hunters herself.<br/><br/>The Black Valkyrie.<br/><br/>To get his shot, Asher joins a crew of Knights determined to steal a true dragon egg. But Asher’s journey of personal vengeance lands him right in the middle of a war that goes far beyond anything he could’ve imagined.<br/><br/>"An exciting fantasy adventure and a great start to a promising new series." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)<br/><br/>"Dragon Thief is a witty fantasy that invites us into an immersive new world populated with characters you’ll either fiercely love or love to hate." – Dave Allen, Indies Today staff<br/><br/>"Fantasy lovers of all ages will appreciate this energetic tale that is brimming with epic quests, saucy characters, and magical mayhem." – R.C. Gibson, Editorial Reviewer<br/><br/>Oh, and one last thing for those of you who've read this far. This book hits the sweet spot between Eragon, Mistborn, and Avatar: the Last Airbender (the cartoon, not the movie).