Fury of a Rising Dragon is a complete, four-book epic fantasy series by Amazon bestselling author Sever Bronny and the sequel to The Arinthian Line. It is a coming-of-age saga of warlock-knights, court intrigue, and the first dragon summoners in thousands of years, suitable for readers aged 10 to retiree.
Augum Stone is sixteen, a warlock prodigy, and already a legend. But a kingdom that expects him to be its champion is the last thing he wants. With his friends Bridget and Leera beside him, he sets out to revive an ancient path that may be the only hope against an invading enemy.
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The series at a glance
- Books: 4 (the series is complete)
- Genres: epic fantasy, coming-of-age, sword and sorcery, young adult fantasy, action and adventure
- Reader age: suitable for ages 10 to retiree
- Content: mild language, mild to medium violence
- Length: paperbacks run from 410 pages (Book 1) to 736 pages (Book 4)
- Setting: Sithesia, a quasi-medieval magical world of academies, warlocks, and dragons
- Audiobooks: narrated by Gary Furlong
- Kindle Unlimited: all four books are free to read with a Kindle Unlimited subscription
The Fury of a Rising Dragon books in order
Book 1: Burden’s Edge
When a young man chooses a forbidden calling, he must prove his worth, or watch his kingdom fall.
Sixteen-year-old Augum Stone is a warlock prodigy suffocating under the weight of expectations. Students idolize him, nobles plot to exploit him, and commoners think he’s a miracle-maker. With invasion looming, his war-weakened kingdom expects him to be its champion. But Augum wants to forge his own path: the Arcaner, a lethal combination of warlock and knight. Legend says Arcaners once had the power to summon dragons. Reviving the path comes with scandal, malice, treachery, and a harrowing test of character. He must survive, prove he’s worthy of an ancient path, and save the kingdom before it’s too late.
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Book 2: Honor’s Price
When a cunning enemy enslaves the kingdom, a famed warlock-knight must survive a gauntlet of perils to save his people.
Augum is only sixteen and already a legend. Tens of thousands chanted his name in the arena, he vanquished a notorious tyrant, and he revived a warlock-knight order that lay dormant for generations. But these feats came at a price: he needs combat to feel alive. As Augum struggles with restraint, a callous enemy kingdom enslaves his people, searching for an ancient weapon with which to conquer Sithesia. Augum and his friends must piece together lost historical clues to find the weapon first, while a manipulative prince, a traitorous nobility, a vengeful rival, and Augum’s own reckless nature stand in their way.
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Book 3: Mercy’s Trial
Grasping at a sliver of hope, a group of friends undertake a perilous quest last attempted thousands of years ago: a quest to summon dragons.
A ruthless enemy has conquered Augum’s kingdom. Sheltered beneath a protective dome, the Academy of Arcane Arts stands as the last remaining stronghold, and Augum and his friends are about to abandon it. Escaping will be the easy part. A harrowing adventure awaits, with an enemy that always seems one step ahead and an ally who questions his leadership. His greatest challenge is learning when to show mercy, and when to drive in the sword.
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Book 4: Champion’s Wrath
Summoning dragons exacts a price. Can they afford to pay it?
Augum, Bridget, and Leera are the first to summon dragons in thousands of years, but the ancient spell has an unforeseen side effect: after every casting, it turns them against each other. As the Canterran army plunders their kingdom, Katrina Von Edgeworth uses her siege engine dragon to crush all resistance, and the trio, fledglings at fighting in the air, are outmatched. Now they must carve a path to victory without gouging each other’s eyes out, and the enemy is readying a deadly surprise. This is the grand finale of the series.
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What readers say
Reader reviews of Book 1, Burden’s Edge:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “It is not like other stories where the main characters get super powerful really fast and they have an easy time. The main characters here struggle and face challenges at every turn and we endure their sufferings with them.”
—Jony, reviewer
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “As a librarian I have read over 10,000 books in my lifetime; I thank you for new characters to fall in love with.”
—Jo, reviewer
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This is an entertaining, well thought out coming of age fantasy that actually delivers on moral character development.”
—Amazon reviewer
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This and other series by Bronny have a robust, unique and independent life with rich and sometimes weird characters, unusual and emotionally satisfying scenes, situations and twists to keep this world interesting.”
—Christine, reviewer
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Must read! I have read all the books in order so far and enjoyed each one!”
—Ryan, reviewer
Where to start, and what to read next
Fury of a Rising Dragon continues the story of Augum, Bridget, and Leera from The Arinthian Line, so for the fullest experience, start with Arcane and read that series first. If you would rather jump straight in, Burden’s Edge gives readers enough background to follow along, and you can always go back to the beginning afterward.
When you finish Champion’s Wrath, the trio’s saga continues in the Arcane Legacy series, which begins with Whispers of Wrath. The trilogy finale, Wings of Conquest, launches December 4, 2026 and is available for preorder now. Looking for a different starting point? Chronicles of Anna Atticus Stone (three books) is a prequel that stands alone. See every series on the complete list of books.
Go deeper into the world of Sithesia
- Spell list: spells by degree, with incantations
- Lore: academy mottos, the Arcaner code, and answers to reader questions (contains spoilers)
- Maps: printable maps from the books
- Audiobooks: narrators and samples
- Reader mail: letters from fans around the world
- Discussion: talk about the books with other readers
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Frequently asked questions
Is Fury of a Rising Dragon complete?
Yes. The series is four books long, and Champion’s Wrath is the grand finale. The trio’s story then continues in the Arcane Legacy series, beginning with Whispers of Wrath.
Do I need to read The Arinthian Line first?
It is recommended, because Fury of a Rising Dragon follows the same characters. But Burden’s Edge gives readers enough background to follow the story if you start here. Start with Book 1 of The Arinthian Line if you prefer to begin at the beginning.
Do I need to read the books in order?
Yes. The series is best read in order, starting with Burden’s Edge (Book 1).
Are there dragons in Fury of a Rising Dragon?
Yes. The hunt for a way to summon dragons drives the series, and by Champion’s Wrath the trio are the first to summon dragons in thousands of years, and they fight an enemy siege dragon in the air.
What age is it suitable for?
The books are suitable for readers aged 10 to retiree. Parents should know that the language is mild and the violence is mild to medium.
Are there audiobooks?
Yes. The audiobooks are narrated by Gary Furlong. See the audiobooks page for details and samples.
Is it free with Kindle Unlimited?
Yes. All four books are included with a Kindle Unlimited subscription.
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