Wow, I can't believe this is book 7 in this amazing series already! A strange illness, slavers, with Mere and Jareem at the center, trying to save everyone. Although there are some hard topics covered, there isn't anything graphic involved, although you can't help but hate Ortiz for all he is and does. I loved exploring more of the world, and getting to know more of the people that populate it. This is definitely a page turner that late middle grade and up can enjoy! ( )

When I read most books the first question I ask myself is if this is a book I would put on my shelves for my students, and why. I have every book in this series so far. My students love them. When they found out Kandi was a teacher that was another boost.

The first thing I thought after finishing this book was that my students today would be able to make connections. That is important to me. The idea that slavery still happens around the world is appalling. However, this is very prevalent in this book. The idea of standing up for what is right no matter what the risk is something we want our kids to learn.

I felt very at home in the world Kandi has created. I have said before she is a master at world-building. You don’t just read about these places, people and dragons. You walk beside them throughout the story. You are there alongside them fighting for what is right.

As far as her characters go, they are all not only believable, but lovable. I absolutely felt like I was on an adventure with friends. One more thing. When Kandi creates her antagonist he is a character that you love to hate. This is a book that I highly recommend to young and old alike. ( )