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The Hybrid Prince
Fantasy
The Hybrid Prince
Book 16 of the Wings of Fire series
352 pages · First published 2026
After tragedy at Jade Mountain Academy, Umber flees south with his sister Sora. A kraken attack leads them to an island where Prince Mulberry and the Court of Refuge promise a haven for dragons carrying difficult pasts. As Umber grows close to Mulberry, he discovers that protection comes with demands and that the island’s rulers guard secrets of their own. This opening to a new arc is for readers drawn to complicated refuge, hidden histories, and a gentle hero learning to question the safety he has been offered.
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Content notes
Dangerous creature attack; references to earlier deaths and guilt; controlling rulers and threats. Umber develops romantic feelings for Prince Mulberry, a same-sex romance.
Alcohol-Free Pour
Dark Drinking Chocolate
Velvety chocolate suits sweeping adventure and high stakes.
What you'll need
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.How to mix it
- Warm the milk gently in a saucepan. Whisk in the cocoa and salt, then add the chopped chocolate. Stir over low heat until melted and smooth; do not boil. Simmer gently, stirring, until slightly thickened. Taste before adding any sugar.
- Garnish: A light dusting of cocoa.
- Glassware: Small mug.
Cocktail Pour · 21+
Island Rum Punch
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
For adult readers, island rum matches the ocean journey and a refuge with hidden conditions.
What you'll need
- 2 oz dark rum
- 2 oz pineapple juice ↗
- 1 oz orange juice ↗
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice ↗
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters
- Ice
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How to mix it
- Shake all ingredients with ice and strain over fresh ice in a tall glass.
- Garnish: Orange wheel or pineapple wedge.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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