Best Book of the Year 2023 - Indies Today Asher of Steel Rim is an outcast dragon rider who steals from nobles to help save what remains of his family. But, when one particular job catches the eye of a band of magi outlaws, they want to recruit him for his biggest job to steal a true dragon egg. It might be the opportunity he's been waiting for. Not just to gain riches, but to get revenge on the head of the Mage Hunters—The Black Valkyrie. The start of a new dragon rider epic combining the best of Eragon and the Last Airbender, with the hard magic of Brandon Sanderson. "An exciting fantasy adventure and a great start to a promising new series." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "Dragon Thief is a witty fantasy that invites us into an immersive new world populated with characters you'll either fiercely love or love to hate." — Dave Allen, Indies Today staff "Fantasy lovers of all ages will appreciate this energetic tale that is brimming with epic quests, saucy characters, and magical mayhem." — R.C. Gibson, Editorial Reviewer