The least impressive dragon in a cutthroat clan is exiled to a human city where magic, mafias, and old grudges collide. To survive, he’ll need new allies, quick wits, and the nerve to break every family rule. Nice Dragons Finish Last is a fast, funny urban fantasy that proves nice doesn’t have to mean weak.
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In Nice Dragons Finish Last, did you enjoy a goal-driven, reluctant hero on a dangerous mission?
If you loved Julius' quest to prove himself and navigate treacherous family politics in Nice Dragons Finish Last, you'll be drawn into Isaac's urgent, high-stakes race to stop magical threats in Libriomancer. Both stories center on protagonists thrown into missions beyond their comfort zones, with lots of action, magical mayhem, and a pressure-cooker plot.
In Nice Dragons Finish Last, did you enjoy a quirky, humorous tone with snappy dialogue and clever worldbuilding?
If you enjoyed the wit, banter, and playful tone among Julius, Marci, and the dragons in Nice Dragons Finish Last, Discount Armageddon will delight you. Follow Verity Price as she navigates cryptid-infested New York with sass, sarcasm, and a cast of oddball characters, all while saving the world (and sometimes ballroom dancing).
In Nice Dragons Finish Last, did you enjoy a protagonist’s strong personal growth in the face of magical conspiracies?
If you rooted for Julius as he grew from the smallest, most timid dragon into a courageous leader, you’ll be captivated by Myfanwy Thomas’s transformation in The Rook. She wakes up with no memory, then must unravel a supernatural conspiracy while developing her own confidence and power, with humor and heart along the way.
In Nice Dragons Finish Last, did you enjoy lighthearted, whimsical magic in a contemporary fantasy setting?
If the playfully inventive magic and fun, imaginative use of spells in Nice Dragons Finish Last made you smile, you’ll adore The Lightning-Struck Heart. Follow Sam, his unicorn best friend, a sassy dragon, and a cast of lovable misfits on a magical adventure that’s equal parts hilarious and heartfelt.
In Nice Dragons Finish Last, did you enjoy an urban fantasy world blending modern city life with magical creatures and politics?
If you were fascinated by the modern-day Detroit full of magical clans and supernatural intrigue in Nice Dragons Finish Last, you’ll love the blend of real-world London and magical mayhem in Midnight Riot. Police officer Peter Grant discovers a hidden magical Britain, investigates magical crimes, and deals with supernatural factions—much like Julius and Marci’s adventures among dragons and mages.
