Dragonhart by Abbie Eaton is an absolute knockout of a debut novel! If you love dragons, magic, political intrigue, and an FMC with a vengeance to serve, then this book is exactly what you need.

Arla Reinhart is your typical fantasy FMC; she is strong willed and determined, but I do think calling her a total badass is a little misleading. She’s only 19, and despite being labeled a prodigy, she stumbles quite a bit, which makes her feel more human but also highlights that she still needs some development. I actually liked that she wasn’t perfect, but it did make me question some of the setup around her skills and reputation.

The enemies to lovers dynamic with Hark Stappen was engaging, full of tension and reluctant alliance, though there were definitely some juvenile moments and a LOT of swearing that sometimes pulled me out of the world. That said, the forced proximity and slow building trust between them kept me hooked.

The worldbuilding is immersive, blending magic, politics, and danger in a way that’s hard to put down. The crumbling kingdoms, missing shipments, and looming return of dragons add a great sense of urgency. And let’s talk about the DRAGONS! Their presence in the story is phenomenal, and I won’t spoil it, but it’s one of the best aspects of the book.

I do have to say, Dragonhart does feel quite similar to Throne of Glass and ACOTAR, from the structure to the themes and certain character dynamics. If you love those series, you’ll likely enjoy this one, though it leans heavily into familiar tropes.

This book pulled me out of a fantasy slump (thanks, Onyx Storm hangover), and I know it’s going to be a huge hit. If you like Rebecca Yarros, you will devour Dragonhart. If you love high stakes fantasy with action, romance, and an FMC still coming into her own, don’t sleep on this one. It is great for a debut novel and I am looking forward to more in this series. 🔥🐉✨

Thank you to NetGalley, Abbie Eaton, and One More Chapter for the eARC of this book.