-Author, Journalist-
J. Michael White
No Prophecies.
No Special Destinies.
Not all heroes are Chosen Ones.
Follow Jestin Kase, a snarky orphan with a joke for a name, as he stumbles into a battle to save Chicago from warring schools of magic, demons, and monsters from Babylonian myth.
PRAISE FOR DRAGON METAL
Sparks with cinematic energy and imagination.
Booklife
This whip-smart fantasy offers '90s nostalgia and an irresistible underdog hero.
Kirkus Reviews
Recommended for Young Adult Fantasy fans interested in stories with a lot of action, thrills, and magic.
OnlineBookClub.org
Electrifying.
Foreword Reviews
Highly recommended for audiences who want their tales cemented by action, unexpected encounters, and thought-provoking emotional growth.
Midwest Book Review
An exciting start to a new YA adventure series full of good action, quippy characters, and heart!
Reedsy Discovery
For readers who love distinctive mythology...a fantastic read!
Pine Reads Review
A strong start to a series...hard to put down.
Reader's Favorite
An epic adventure that's sure to please young adult readers who can relate to teenage protagonists overcoming adversity to serve a common good.
Booklife
Complex worldbuilding and sizzling, widescreen action.
Kirkus Reviews
The Babylonian mythology is a pleasant change from genre conventions...readers will cheer.
Booklife
The level of suspense in this tale is second to none.
OnlineBookClub.org
Readers of early Cassandra Clare, Rick Riordan, and Eoin Colfer will all find something to enjoy in this one!
Reedsy Discovery
A joy to read.
OnlineBookClub.org
Intense.
NetGalley
Jestin Kase is definitely one to watch.
Reedsy Discovery
The character development is flawless.
OnlineBookClub.org
Great for fans of Tomi Adeyemi's Children of Blood and Bone and Claire Legrand's Furyborn.
Booklife
No, I won't read your stupid book, leave me alone!
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