Nice Dragons Finish Last by Rachel Aaron

In a world where dragons are powerful and feared, Julius Heartstriker is the runt of his dragon clan, struggling to prove his worth. Banished to the human-infested Detroit Free Zone by his ruthless mother, Julius must navigate a dangerous landscape filled with magic, intrigue, and betrayal. With the help of a quirky mage named Marci, he embarks on a mission to save his own skin while discovering that sometimes kindness and cleverness can be more powerful than brute strength. As Julius learns to embrace his unique qualities, he challenges the traditional dragon norms, proving that even the smallest dragon can make a big impact.

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