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Victory of Eagles
Historical fantasy
Victory of Eagles
Book 5 of the Temeraire series
After Laurence commits treason to prevent biological warfare against Napoleon's dragons, he returns to Britain expecting execution. A French invasion instead forces the government to use his experience while Temeraire mobilizes dragons whose labor and loyalty have long been taken for granted. Their defense of the country unfolds alongside punishment, political resentment, and a growing campaign for draconic rights. Urgent and morally complex, this installment suits readers who enjoy invasion narratives, principled disobedience, military strategy, and partnerships that remain loyal even when the state declares one member dishonored.
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Extensive war and battle violence; deaths and severe injuries; military imprisonment and threat of execution; destruction of homes/cities; animal/dragon peril; grief; political oppression.
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Brownstone Hot Chocolate
Brown sugar and cinnamon deepen this hot chocolate, with marshmallows on top for good measure.
What you'll need
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- Whisk the cocoa and sweetener into the hot liquid until smooth. Add remaining flavorings, heat until steaming, and pour into a mug. Add any listed topping.
- Garnish: As listed.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Hearthside Spiced Mead
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
Honeyed warmth suits sweeping adventure and high stakes.
What you'll need
- 6 oz plain honey mead
- 1 small cinnamon stick ↗
- 2 whole cloves ↗
- 1 strip orange peel, avoiding the white pith ↗
- 1/2 tsp honey, optional if using dry mead ↗
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How to mix it
- Makes one serving.
- Combine the mead, cinnamon, cloves, and orange peel in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat until gently steaming—do not simmer or boil. Keep over very low heat for 5–10 minutes, tasting occasionally for your preferred spice strength. Strain into a heatproof mug and sweeten with honey if desired.
- Garnish: Orange peel and a cinnamon stick.
- Glassware: Heatproof mug.
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