Quirky Cat
Book Summary:
They say you should always be careful what you wish for. That is certainly true when it comes to wishing on a dragon egg. Spilling the dragonfruit may give you what you’ve always wished for, but it will come at a cost.
Hanalei Tamarind knows this better than anyone else. She’s spent her life in exile, all for the cost of her father’s wish. Alone and scared, she accidentally finds her way back home - into a desperate situation.
My Review:
Be still my heart! But seriously, where has Dragonfruit been all my life? It was a blast and a half to read, as it’s so full of lore and dragons. This dragon and fantasy-loving reader loved every minute of the story that unfolded.
In truth, there was so much to enjoy with this read. I’m surprised it’s not getting more attention (it was an Aardvark pick, though - so that’s nice!). I particularly enjoyed how carefully Lucier explained the cost of wishes in this world. I also enjoyed the overall magical system, though I wish we had more time to explore it.
The romantic subplot was light and fluffy, especially in comparison to the rest of the tale. It felt more like a fated ending than anything else, but I’m not complaining. The real meat of the story (pun not intended) comes from the dragons and their lore.
Highlights:
Dragons & Fantasy
Romantic Fantasy
Dragon Lore
Cost of Wishes
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