Book Name | Fourth Wing |
Author | Rebecca Yarros |
Publisher | Piatkus |
Publish Date | April 28, 2023 |
Paperback (Pages) | 498 pages |
Weight | 1.36 pounds |
Violet Sorrengail, a twenty-year-old initially destined for the serene domain of the Scribe Quadrant immersed in books and history, had her path abruptly altered. Her formidable mother, the commanding general, diverted her plans, compelling Violet to join a competitive pool of candidates vying for an esteemed role in Navarre: that of a dragon rider.
However, Violet faces daunting odds. Her diminutive stature and frail physique pose a grave risk in this pursuit, as dragons traditionally shun bonding with those deemed "fragile," often resulting in fiery and fatal consequences.
In this fiercely competitive environment, where the number of available dragons falls short of aspiring cadets, the ruthless ambition of her peers threatens Violet's existence. Among them is Xaden Riorson, the formidable and unyielding wingleader in the Riders Quadrant, who sees her lineage as a vulnerability to exploit.
Survival becomes a daily challenge for Violet, requiring all her cunning to navigate the treacherous landscape. Meanwhile, external threats loom larger as the kingdom's protective defenses weaken, casualties mount, and a growing suspicion emerges—hinting at a concealed truth within the leadership.
Within Basgiath War College, allegiances are fluid and motivations complex. Each individual, be they friend, foe, or potential ally, harbors a personal agenda, for within these walls, there exists only two ultimate outcomes: graduation or death.
Rebecca is a prolific and acclaimed author, boasting a string of bestsellers featured in prominent publications like the New York Times, USA Today, Sunday Times, and Wall Street Journal. With a repertoire of over fifteen novels, including the widely praised "FOURTH WING," she has gained recognition for her ability to evoke deep emotions within her readers.
Her literary achievements extend beyond accolades, as she's been honored with the Colorado Romance Writer’s Award of Excellence in New Adult for her work on "Eyes Turned Skyward," part of her esteemed Flight and Glory series.
Beyond her literary pursuits, Rebecca holds a profound admiration for military heroes, a sentiment mirrored in her personal life through her enduring twenty-one-year marriage. A devoted mother of six, she resides in Colorado with her family, accompanied by their steadfast English bulldog, spirited chinchillas, and a Maine Coon cat reigning over them all.
Driven by a compassionate heart, Rebecca's commitment to making a difference extends to fostering and ultimately adopting their youngest daughter. This experience fuels her passion for supporting children within the foster system, a cause she champions through her nonprofit initiative, One October.