Condition : Brand New Format : Paperback ISBN : 9780008154394 Publisher : Harper Voyager Age Range : Adult (16+) Overview Dragon Keeper is the first instalment in Robin Hobb's The Rain Wild Chronicles, returning readers to her celebrated Realm of the Elderlings world. Dragons have returned after centuries of absence, but the fledglings hatching along the Rain Wild River are stunted, flightless, and dangerous. A band of outcasts, including the scaled and clawed Thymara, must guide these fractious creatures upriver toward the legendary lost city of Kelsingra in search of a future for both dragons and keepers alike. About the Book Guided by the great blue dragon Tintaglia, the sea serpents fought their way up the Rain Wild River to reach their ancestral hatching grounds, hoping to complete their transformation into true dragons. But the creatures that emerge from the cocoons are a travesty of the magnificent beasts of legend: crippled, half-formed, and unable to fly. Too dangerous to keep near the settlements, they must be moved further upriver, away from the people they threaten. Thymara, a young Rain Wilder marked from birth with dragon-like scales and claws, is recruited as one of the keepers tasked with shepherding the dragons on this journey. Alongside a motley crew of fellow outcasts, she sets her sights on Kelsingra, a fabled Elderling city that may or may not still exist. No one knows whether the city is real, or whether any of the keepers - human or dragon - will survive the journey. Rich with the intricate world-building and morally complex characters Robin Hobb is famous for, Dragon Keeper is a compelling opening chapter that rewards long-time fans of the Elderlings saga while remaining an engrossing entry point for newcomers. First book in Robin Hobb's acclaimed Rain Wild Chronicles Set within the wider, best-selling Realm of the Elderlings universe Features unforgettable characters and richly imagined dragon lore Brand new paperback edition, perfect for collectors and new readers alike Ideal gift for fantasy fans who enjoy epic, character-driven world-building About the Author Robin Hobb is the pen name of Margaret Astrid Lindholm Ogden, a celebrated American fantasy author renowned for her richly detailed world-building and emotionally complex characters. Over a career spanning decades, she has written numerous bestselling series set within her interconnected Realm of the Elderlings universe, including the Farseer Trilogy, the Liveship Traders, and The Rain Wild Chronicles. Widely regarded as one of the finest voices in modern fantasy, Hobb's work has earned critical acclaim, prestigious award recognition, and a devoted international readership drawn to her immersive storytelling. Why You'll Love This Book Dragon Keeper delivers everything fans love about Robin Hobb: dragons, danger, and deeply human characters navigating an unforgiving world. It's a must-read opener for anyone craving epic fantasy with genuine emotional stakes. Please Note: Due to sourcing, the cover shown may be the UK edition and may vary slightly from images displayed; ISBN and edition are as stated.