League of Dragons
League of Dragons
Book Brief
448
Novel • Fiction
Europe • Napoleonic Wars
2016
Adult
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
League of Dragons by Naomi Novik follows Captain William Laurence and his dragon, Temeraire, as they work to thwart Napoleon’s plan to gain dragon allies worldwide by promising them equality. Laurence navigates personal and political challenges, while Temeraire deals with threats to his offspring and the dragon community’s future, ultimately participating in key battles to secure peace.
Adventurous
Fantastical
Suspenseful
Emotional
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
12,244 ratings
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Review Roundup
League of Dragons by Naomi Novik concludes the Temeraire series with thrilling action and rich historical fantasy. Praised for its imaginative narrative and character development, it captivates readers, though some find the pacing uneven and the ending somewhat abrupt. Overall, it provides a satisfying resolution for fans of the series.
Who Should Read League of Dragons?
Ideal readers of Naomi Novik's League of Dragons are fans of historical fantasy, particularly those who enjoy a blend of Napoleonic era warfare and dragon lore. Comparable to those who appreciate Patrick O’Brian’s Master and Commander series for its historical accuracy and Anne McCaffrey’s Dragonriders of Pern for its dragon-centric narrative.
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League of Dragons is the ninth and final installment in Naomi Novik's acclaimed Temeraire series, which reimagines the Napoleonic Wars with an aerial corps of dragons.
Naomi Novik has stated in interviews that she was heavily inspired by the works of authors like Patrick O'Brian and C. S. Forester, blending historical fiction with fantastical elements to create the unique setting of the Temeraire series.
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The cover art of League of Dragons is illustrated by Dominic Harman, known for his intricate and captivating fantasy artwork, which perfectly encapsulates the epic scope of the novel.
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448
Novel • Fiction
Europe • Napoleonic Wars
2016
Adult
14-18 years
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