Spirited eighteen-year-old Sierra’s future takes an unexpected twist when a summons arrives, bearing her name for training at the prestigious Camp Eschol—the training camp where the city's defenders are forged. Guarding the city from the towering walls, the defenders are the first line of protection against looming threats. Because of her weak heart, she never planned on being a defender... moreSpirited eighteen-year-old Sierra’s future takes an unexpected twist when a summons arrives, bearing her name for training at the prestigious Camp Eschol—the training camp where the city's defenders are forged. Guarding the city from the towering walls, the defenders are the first line of protection against looming threats. Because of her weak heart, she never planned on being a defender. The summons changes everything, and she enters training camp completely unprepared for the task ahead of her.Amidst this new world of endless training, combat drills, and relentless challenges, she encounters Nico—a tall, enigmatic cadet who displays an interest in her. Guided by Nico's encouragement, she transcends her limitations, accomplishing more than she ever thought possible.But destiny's hand is far from done. An event shatters the foundation she has come to rely upon, leaving her grappling with heartbreak and the chaos of a world turned upside down. Amidst the turmoil, a chance encounter with a dragon unveils a world that she could have never imagined.As the city's fate hangs in the balance, Sierra and her newfound allies accelerate towards an unforeseen destiny—one that will reshape her identity, rewrite her path, and reveal that even the most fragile heart can pulse with the power to change everything.(This is a full-length, closed-door romance.) less
