The Thorned Shadow

Mallory Grant 28 stories

Summary

Jairo, the shy and awkward prince of dragons, had always sought solace in the library, where he found comfort among the books. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he stumbles upon a forbidden book that unlocks a hidden past he can't remember. Haunted by dreams of a mysterious boy and terrifying darkness, Jairo is thrust into a journey of self-discovery and must confront his deepest fears. Meanwhile, Starr, the compassionate princess of dragons, unknowingly becomes infatuated with a familiar stranger in need, unaware of the watchful presence that has always been by her side. Atlas has been walking from town to town in the form of a shadow, hiding his name, his past, and his identity. All his life he’s been on the run, from the past mistakes of his family and the fact that he could have saved the queen if only he had been brave enough. However no matter how far he runs, he keeps finding himself drawn to the past, and the kingdom of dragons. Unable to stop himself any longer, Atlas finally lets the pull lead him to the past, where he finds his future is entangled with his destiny.