Of Blood and Fire

Drakkon Kin #3

by Keri Arthur

Can an improbable alliance between human and drakkon save their world from utter destruction?

Princess Bryn Silva never wanted the crown this way.

With her parents dead and Esan’s military devastated, she’s thrust onto a throne she once wanted, but is utterly unprepared to fill.

Worse still, her husband, Damon—heir to the throne of Zephrine—has vanished, leaving her to face the storm alone.

As the gilded riders, hungry to claim Arleeon’s fertile lands as their own, rain death and destruction from their armored birds, the greatest threat to both Bryn and Esan might come from the one man who should be their staunchest ally.

Because Aric Velez—Damon’s father—has returned, and plans to use her inexperience to claim the throne and become the ultimate ruler over all Arleeon. And he doesn’t care what he has to do to see his ambitions realized.

As the losses mount, the race to find a means of defeating their foes becomes ever more desperate. But can the drakkon kin ever hope to win a war when they are so outnumbered?

Or will Bryn be forced to face an impossible choice: sacrifice everything she loves, or watch her kingdom burn.

Genres: Fantasy, Audiobook, Historical Fiction, Dragons, Romance

327 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 30, 2025

About the author

Keri Arthur, author of the New York Times bestselling Riley Jenson, Guardian series, has now written more than 25 books. She's received several nominations in the Best Contemporary Paranormal category of the Romantic Times Reviewer's Choice Awards, and recently won RT's Career Achievement Award for urban fantasy. She lives in Melbourne with her daughter and two crazy dogs

Reviews

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

This final book in the Drakkon Kin trilogy was full of danger, battles, heartache, teamwork, and finding a fitting partner, both with a drakkon and with a mate. Bryn has lost most of her family, and her husband has disappeared when she really needs him. Esan is under attack and her husband’s father is plotting to claim Esan’s throne. There is so much going on, and it was hard to put the book down to do things I needed to do, like go to bed, because it was just one exciting event after another. I loved the ending, I think things were resolved very well and I feel like everyone ended up happy, except those that didn't deserve to be. So yay for another wonderful series by one of my top favorite authors.

[Jumms · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Drakkon of My Own

This trilogy is one of the best by Keri Arthur. The very end felt a little but rushed but I was still happy with how everything was tied together. You get a little bit of everything here drama, heart ache, mini surprise twists, a little romance but above all action. There are some markers in the plot that let you know that you are reading a Keri Arthur's novel but this was such a refreshing read. I am glad to see Keri do something a little different. It was nice not to have the main character fighting her attraction between 2 men and instead have a worthy partner. I'm scared of heights but this book made me want a dragon and fire power of my own. Highly recommend!

[Cherie Sachiel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just a little more...

Loved the series! Couldn't wait to read the next book each time. It's just the ending of the last book felt a bit rushed, as there could have been at least a couple more chapters expanding on the Epilogue. Either way, I really enjoyed the characters, their struggles and their growth.

[Arianna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great escape!

Great combination of some of my favorite fantasy series but with a new twist! I have enjoyed a lot of Carrie Arthur's books but this series is by far my favorite of hers. You can't go wrong with An epic adventure that includes some snarky dragons and some romance that does not take away from the plot.

[Expert Quante · Rating 5 out of 5]

An epic fantasy full of political intrigue, war, and impossible choices. Princess Bryn Silva must navigate a devastated kingdom, vanishing allies, and a ruthless power grab while facing a deadly war alongside human and drakkon forces. High-stakes, action-packed, and emotionally charged—perfect for fans of epic fantasy and strong heroines.

[Rosemary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hope there is more in this series, really enjoyed the story and the heroine and hero.🥰🥰

[Charlene Ney · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book to read.

I enjoyed the twists and turns of these books. I would get all 3 books at one time. You can enjoy them all.

[Kylie Prattley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great ending. Loved the whole trilogy. Have read every book of Keri Arthur's. They are all fantastic reads

[Kathy Crouch · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved every page of this story. I love Kaia, the queen dragon. She's such a fantastic character. Fantastic story and Keri hits the nail on the head once again with another fantastic trilogy.

[Kara P. · Rating 5 out of 5]

HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS SERIES.

[STEVE G MCCORMICK · Rating 5 out of 5]

Victory

What a great ending to a series of fantasy books! Good triumphs over evil. This trilogy has been one of my favorites and am sad it’s over.

[Anna Wick · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great world building

Unique magic, fun and interesting characters, great drama
I would love another trilogy of the the future in this world maybe more about blood witches

[Shellia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved these books

I loved the dragons in this series . To have a strong woman lead them made it special. I hope there will be more stories Luke this in the future.

[Jan Marshall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great kick-ass heroine and dragons

Great kick-ass heroine and dragons. Lots of action, surprises and
HEA at the end of the trilogy. A great read.

[Ariel Moore · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love when a man is obsessed with his woman. The ending felt kinda rushed.

[Isabel Ede · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic series. The books kept you wanting to read and not put the books down.

[Jess · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️