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His Majesty's Dragon
Historical fantasy
His Majesty's Dragon
Book 1 of the Temeraire series
Royal Navy captain Will Laurence captures a French ship carrying a rare dragon egg during the Napoleonic Wars. When the hatchling Temeraire chooses him, Laurence must leave naval society for Britain's unconventional aerial corps and form a bond more intimate than military duty. Training and combat reveal dragons as intelligent partners whose treatment raises questions the war effort prefers to ignore. Rousing and affectionate, this alternate history suits readers who enjoy dragons, military adventure, found community, and friendships strong enough to reshape a disciplined man's understanding of honor.
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Battle violence and deaths · War · Animal and dragon peril · Period prejudice · Occasional mild language
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- Garnish: Pear slice or lime wheel.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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Dragon's Milk
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Dark, toasty richness suits sweeping adventure and high stakes.
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- 6 oz New Holland Dragon's Milk bourbon barrel-aged stout
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- Serve at 50–55°F, as recommended by the brewery.
- Pour gently into a snifter or tulip glass and enjoy on its own; no mixing or garnish needed.
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