Talon
- Authors: Julie Kagawa
- Series: Book 1 in the Talon Saga series
- Type: Novel
- Genres: Young adult fantasy
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- Rating: 4.4 based on 1,623 reviews
- Release Date: October 28, 2014
- Print length: 464 pages (Hardcover)
About the book
In New York Times bestselling author Julie Kagawa's groundbreaking modern fantasy series, dragons walk among us in human form...
THE DRAGONS OF TALON: Once hunted nearly to extinction, they are now poised to take over the world. THE ORDER OF ST. GEORGE: The legendary dragonslayers will stop at nothing to wipe dragons from the face of the earth.
These mortal enemies are locked in secret and deadly combat, with humanity none the wiser.
To take her rightful place in the Talon organisation, young dragon Ember Hill must prove she can hide her true nature and blend in with humans. Her delight at the prospect of a summer of 'normal' teen experiences is short-lived, however, once she discovers that she's also expected to train for her destined career in Talon. But a chance meeting with a rogue dragon will soon challenge everything Ember has been taught.
As Ember struggles to accept her future, St. George soldier Garret Xavier Sebastian is tasked with hunting her down. But when faced with Ember's bravery, confidence and all-too-human desires, Garret begins to question everything the Order has ingrained in him - and what he might be willing to give up to uncover the truth about dragons.
Praise for Talon
The militarized conflict between Talon and St. George provides plenty of excitement...and Kagawa knows just how to end a first volume for maximum cliff-hanger drama.
Kagawa's fine storytelling elevates this novel within the crowded field of fantasy romance. The first in a new series, Talon leaves readers perfectly balanced between satisfaction and anticipation.
A believable, exciting world...readers will swoon.
This modern-day fantasy with a splash of romance is an entertaining read. Kagawa weaves an evenly paced narrative with a strong theme of loyalty.