Red Sky In Mourning: The Dragon Rider Chronicles Book Three

The Dragon Rider Chronicles #3

by Wendy Blanton

Time is running out.

Darkness shrouds Balphrahn. An undead army swarms the land, hunting the dragons and killing all who stand in their way, at the bidding of a necromancer who should be long dead. The invasion devastates the land. Briant and Aithne race against time to master their powerful and untested magic before their allies fall. When the enemy captures Wybren Tanwen, the dragonriders' leader, they must strike to defeat the ancient evil before Balphrahn is lost forever.

But sometimes, when you think the fight is over, it’s only begun.

460 pages, Paperback

Published September 18, 2025

Reviews

[Susan Gerald · Rating 5 out of 5]

Red Sky in Mourning is a gripping finale that blends dark magic, dragons, and sacrifice into a story that feels both epic and deeply emotional.

[Hannah Collins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wendy Blanton delivers a haunting conclusion where hope feels fragile, making every victory feel earned and every loss deeply felt.

[Diana T. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The stakes feel higher than ever in this book, with relentless danger, powerful magic, and characters pushed to their absolute limits.

[Karen E. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The undead threat adds a chilling atmosphere, and the sense of urgency keeps the pages turning from beginning to end.

[Laurie A. · Rating 4 out of 5]

This final installment captures the true cost of war, showing how courage and loyalty matter even when survival seems impossible.

[Debra E. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The growth of Briant and Aithne is compelling, especially as they struggle to control magic that could save or destroy everything.

[Rosalina S. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The world of Balphrahn feels darker and more desperate, creating a powerful backdrop for the story’s emotional and action-packed moments.

[Juliet M. · Rating 4 out of 5]

The danger to the dragons adds real tension, making this book both thrilling and heartbreaking at the same time.

[Michael D. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The pacing is strong, with intense battles balanced by quieter moments that explore fear, resolve, and sacrifice.

[Joel T. · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book proves that epic fantasy can be emotional, not just action-driven, leaving a lasting impression long after the final chapter.

[Robin L. Peebles · Rating 5 out of 5]

The necromancer threat is terrifying, raising the stakes and making every confrontation feel dangerous and unpredictable.

[Amelie Berger · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Capture of Wybren Tanwen is a shocking moment that changes everything and pushes the characters into impossible decisions.

[Linda B. Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fans of dragons-centered fantasy will appreciate how much heart and danger are woven into every scene.

[Adam J. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The story does an excellent job showing that ending aren't always clean, and consequences don't disappear when battles end.

[Jane Austen · Rating 3 out of 5]

This finale feels earned, rewarding readers who followed the series from the beginning with the depth, tension and emotion.