Cracked Open (Dragon Born Academy, #1)

by T.L. Christianson

There is a rule about hot guys: they know they’re hot; therefore, they’re always assholes.

your mother was a beloved member of our community. Her dragon was so strong… so strong."

“Dragonborn can see spirit dragons that the rest of the world cannot see. And some particular Dragonborn are gifted with their own dragon or wyvern.”

“Arthur Lambert is the Prime Leader—the chosen ruler of the Dragonborn. So, when the PL says, ‘Give my granddaughter the ritual and enroll her into Balaur Academy,’ we do it. This day has been a long time coming. Do you know how long they’ve been trying to find you?”

When Ashe’s fingers brushed my ankle, I wasn’t prepared to be literally shocked. A snap and sting of electricity passed painfully between us. The spark was so bright, I saw it from beneath my lids before opening my eyes in surprise. The soldier’s gaze met mine, and his expression was one of shock and surprise.

Something deep inside me, more profound than just my body or my mind seemed to open.

You’re the granddaughter of Prime Lambert—they’re Orthodox. My family is Elibera.”

Dragons are rare, and there are probably only a few dozen in the world. This is why I was so surprised to see that you had a dragon. I've only met two other women who had a dragon—your grandmother and Headmistress Angeven.

I'd never wanted to be special or claimed I was, but I wanted to be loved. And that hurt. But the truth hurts sometimes.

"That people will go to great means to control a female Prime, like you."