Iron Flame (The Empyrean Book 2)

Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros – the explosive sequel to Fourth Wing and a #1 New York Times bestseller – continues the heart-pounding story at Basgiath War College, where only the strongest survive.

After barely making it through her deadly first year, Violet Sorrengail believes the worst is behind her—but it’s only just begun. The second year brings even harsher trials, led by a new vice commandant determined to break her completely unless she betrays the man she loves.

Though smaller and weaker than most, Violet still possesses a sharp mind and an unyielding will—and she remembers the most important lesson every dragon rider learns: “We make our own rules.”

But this time, determination alone won’t be enough. As a terrifying secret buried for centuries within Basgiath begins to unravel, Violet realizes that even dragon fire might not be enough to save them all.