Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros (Paperback)

Violet Sorrengail never planned to enter Basgiath War College. She grew up around archives, books, and study, but her life changes when she is ordered to join the deadly path of the dragon riders. The college expects strength, speed, and discipline, and failure often means death. Violet must navigate trials designed to break even the strongest candidates, while her own physical limits force her to think faster and act smarter than everyone around her.

The rules inside the college are simple: outthink your rivals, stay balanced during every challenge, and survive long enough for a dragon to notice you. Dragons choose based on instinct, and they do not select riders who cannot hold their ground. Every day becomes a test of skill and nerve as Violet faces shifting alliances and students who see her as an easy target.

Xaden Riorson makes her path even more complex. He carries a history tied to her family, and their early clashes raise doubts and tension. Their connection develops through shared danger and moments that challenge Violet’s beliefs. As threats build beyond the walls of the college, Violet uncovers truths that push her to question loyalty, power, and her place in a world preparing for war.