Dragons of Wild

Upon Dragon's Breath Trilogy, Book 1

By: Ava Richardson

Narrated by: Tiffany Williams

In the shadow of darkness, two unlikely heroes will rise.

The once-thriving kingdom of Torvald lies broken, its Riders scattered and their dragons driven to the wilds by a dark, forbidden magic. Even uttering the word "dragon" is punishable by death. Born into this bleak reality, eighteen-year-old Saffron has lived her life in exile, her untamed magical gift both her greatest weapon and deepest curse. Haunted by dreams of the family torn from her, she longs for more than mere survival.

Bower, the last heir of a crumbling noble house, is desperate to save Torvald from the iron grip of the malevolent King Enric. Quiet and introspective, he’s kept the kingdom’s forbidden history alive through his secret library—until fate brings him face-to-face with Saffron. Together, their bond sparks a rebellion that could rewrite their kingdom’s future.

But when King Enric sets his sights on Saffron’s untamed power, the stakes grow even higher. As the forces of darkness close in, Saffron and Bower must confront impossible choices. Will their fragile alliance prove strong enough to withstand the storm—or will the weight of destiny tear them apart?

The expanded and electrifying edition of Dragons of Wild was republished in November 2024—prepare for more magic, adventure, and heart-pounding battles.

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Dragons of Wild marks the debut installment in Ava Richardson's YA Fantasy series, Upon Dragon's Breath. I feel fortunate to have experienced this adventure through its audiobook rendition, narrated with passion by Tiffany Williams.

The writing effortlessly flows with a pace that draws you into a vividly crafted realm. Richardson’s world-building captures the imagination, presenting intricate landscapes and lore that feel both tangible and enchanting. The character arcs, especially the delightful interplay between Saffron and Bower, add depth and charm, while their whimsical interactions with the dragons create moments of pure magic.

Although the narration by Tiffany Williams is excellent, a dual narrative approach with both male and female voices might have elevated the experience even further. Regardless, I highly recommend Dragons of Wild and eagerly await the audio release of the next installment.

what an awesome book incredible just incredible

original thoughts and fantasies and creations just blew me away I had to buy the other two immediately after reading this or listening to this one I should say. start praying and creative author

The way the reader emphasized the important wording

I really enjoy the way the writer - Ava Richardson weaves this tale to engulf the mind

Dragons

Action, suspense, betrayal, magic and so much more. I had read the book back in 2018, but listening to the new version was better. We follow Bower, Saffron, Jaydra (dragon). They meet by chance, but will they travel together, or will the two stay away from each other since fate is in their world, maybe not?.

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Captivating Dragon Adventure

This was a good introduction to the Upon Dragon's Breath Trilogy. The fantasy action and relationship between characters kept my attention from start to finish. Tiffany Williams' vocal characterizations are fun and add to the book's enjoyment. Looking forward to Book 2.

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