The story is set during an alternate-history version of the Napoleonic Wars, in which dragons not only exist but are used as a staple of aerial warfare in Asia and Europe. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration.His Majesty's Dragon, published in the UK as Temeraire, is the first novel in the Temeraire alternate history/ fantasy series by American author Naomi Novik. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Britain is completely unprepared for Bonaparte invasion and the advanced tactics of his own celestial dragon - Temeraire's mortal enemy - Lien. None of their friends or allies can come to their aid, for every hand is needed elsewhere. Laurence is condemned to the gallows and Temeraire faces a life of captivity in the breeding grounds. Laurence feels he must return to face the consequences, and as soon as they land they are taken into custody.

But following their conscience has a price. They have foiled their attempts to inflict death upon the French dragons by sharing the cure they found in Africa with their enemy. Laurence and Temeraire have betrayed the British. The fifth adventure of Captain William Laurence and his extraordinary fighting dragon, Temeraire, as they travel from the shores of Britain to China and Africa. Seller Inventory # GOR002290958īook Description Paperback. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting.

The book has been read, but is in excellent condition.

Victory of Eagles by Naomi Novik