Shadow of the Dragon

Destined for greatness, Ayr Ashbourne must overcome the curse of his family name and prove himself worthy of becoming a rider. When he bonds with Azura, a cerebral dragon, the pair are thrown into the dangerous Seminary of Fire where survival is never guaranteed. With hostile recruits and deadly rivals at every turn, Ayr’s only chance lies in building his connection with Azura before their enemies destroy them. Along the way, he finds an unlikely ally in Elanor Sunfire and her dragon, Evor—who is promised to Azura. Secrets run deep, danger lurks in every shadow, and Ayr’s journey may cost him everything.

Shadows of the Dragon is the first book in the Ashbourne Saga—a fast-paced dragon-rider epic filled with danger, destiny, and a slow-burn romance where he falls first.

Genre: Epic Fantasy / Dragon Rider Fantasy / Romantasy

Recommended Age: 16+ (ideal for older teens and adult fantasy readers; contains action, danger, and romantic themes)

Matt Mememaro is an Australian fantasy author with a lifelong love of epic worlds and adventurous storytelling. He began writing in his early teens, rediscovered his passion at seventeen, and has since devoted himself to bringing fresh, character-driven fantasy to readers. When he’s not writing, Matt works in medical administration and explores new ideas across fantasy, romantasy, science fiction, and beyond. Shadows of the Dragon is the first book in his Ashbourne Saga.