The Year of the Dragon Series by James Calbraith

The divination clock is broken. The Year of the Dragon is coming.In the midst of 19th century the world trembles before the might of the Dragon Throne’s ironclad navy and the dreaded Dragon Corps. A young dragon raider Bran joins a regiment of the Royal Marines, led by his estranged father, on a journey to the war-torn Orient.In the lands of Yamato, sealed behind the Divine Winds, conspiracy to overthrow its military dictator grows stronger... moreThe divination clock is broken. The Year of the Dragon is coming.In the midst of 19th century the world trembles before the might of the Dragon Throne’s ironclad navy and the dreaded Dragon Corps. A young dragon raider Bran joins a regiment of the Royal Marines, led by his estranged father, on a journey to the war-torn Orient.In the lands of Yamato, sealed behind the Divine Winds, conspiracy to overthrow its military dictator grows stronger. A timid shrine apprentice Nagomi is haunted by the visions of dark future. Her only friend Sato, a tomboy samurai, strives for the right to learn and teach the art of western magic.When Bran survives the sea disaster and gets separated from his bound-to–go-feral dragon, the paths of the East and West will cross in a way noone yet suspects... less

alternate cover edition is hereThe deluxe first four books of the "Year of the Dragon" best-selling historical fantasy saga, containing the entire Crimson Robe arc:Book 1: The Shadow of Black WingsBook 2: The Warrior's SoulBook 3: The Islands in the MistBook 4: The Rising TideThe deluxe edition contains also a short story "Birkenhead Drill", a full glossary of foreign words, list of characters, and a chronology of the world.

An ancient empire stands on the brink of a civil war.Their quest may push it over the edge.It is the Seventeenth Year of Queen Victoria's enlightened rule. The Qin Rebellion spreads dangerously close to the old capital and only the remainder of the Second Regiment of Royal Marines stands between the rebel army and the vital trade port of Huating... moreAn ancient empire stands on the brink of a civil war.Their quest may push it over the edge.It is the Seventeenth Year of Queen Victoria's enlightened rule. The Qin Rebellion spreads dangerously close to the old capital and only the remainder of the Second Regiment of Royal Marines stands between the rebel army and the vital trade port of Huating.In Yamato, after a mysterious ritual fusing Bran's soul with that of an ancient warrior, he, the wizardess Sato and the shrine apprentice Nagomi flee Kiyo, pursued by the Yamato authorities - and by the associates of a shadowy figure in Crimson Robe. Their quest - to find Bran's captured dragon and discover the whereabouts of Sato's abducted father. A detailed and fast-paced historical fantasy based around the turbulent opening of Japan to the West in the middle of the 19th century, "The Warrior's Soul" is the second volume in "The Year of the Dragon" saga. less

Amazon Bestseller in Historical Fantasy and Alternate FictionGuided by the mysterious samurai, Bran and the girls reach the fabled shrine of Kirishima, where his dragon is held. But other forces are also keen to put their hands on the prize...The Black Wings have landed, and Edo is in turmoil. So is Kiyo, after the recent disturbing events. Doshin Koyata receives a strange red signal in his dreams.. moreAmazon Bestseller in Historical Fantasy and Alternate FictionGuided by the mysterious samurai, Bran and the girls reach the fabled shrine of Kirishima, where his dragon is held. But other forces are also keen to put their hands on the prize...The Black Wings have landed, and Edo is in turmoil. So is Kiyo, after the recent disturbing events. Doshin Koyata receives a strange red signal in his dreams...In Qin, Dylan trains an army of volunteers to stop the onslaught of the Rebels, with the help of an old Admiral - who seems to know many secrets... less

The thrilling conclusion to the hunt for the Crimson Robe in the fourth volume of the best-selling historical fantasy saga, "The Year of the Dragon".Bran, Sato and Nagomi embark on the final stage of their chase, aided by the last of the were-bears of Chinzei and the powerful and cunning Lord Nariakira of Satsuma. After the Battle of Shanglin, Wulfhere of Warwick finds himself an unlikely hero, while Dylan begins to have second thoughts over his role in the war... moreThe thrilling conclusion to the hunt for the Crimson Robe in the fourth volume of the best-selling historical fantasy saga, "The Year of the Dragon".Bran, Sato and Nagomi embark on the final stage of their chase, aided by the last of the were-bears of Chinzei and the powerful and cunning Lord Nariakira of Satsuma. After the Battle of Shanglin, Wulfhere of Warwick finds himself an unlikely hero, while Dylan begins to have second thoughts over his role in the war. The wind from Edo brings tidings of war and oncoming Darkness. The sacred islands of Yamato are no longer safe beyond their barrier of winds and waves. less

Described as "part Harry Potter, part Shogun", James Calbraith's "The Year of the Dragon" series is an epic tale of magic, intrigue and war in a world of dragon riding marines, wizard-controlled ironclads and vampire samurai... moreDescribed as "part Harry Potter, part Shogun", James Calbraith's "The Year of the Dragon" series is an epic tale of magic, intrigue and war in a world of dragon riding marines, wizard-controlled ironclads and vampire samurai.This is a bundle edition of the final four books of the best-selling historical fantasy saga, containing the entire Eight-headed Serpent •Book 5: The Chrysanthemum Seal•Book 6: The Withering Flame•Book 7: The Shattering Waves•Book 8: The Last Dragon KingThe deluxe edition contains also a full glossary of foreign words, list of characters, maps and appendices. less

For centuries, the world outside Yamato turned, while in the island nation, little changed. But the barbarians have finally broken through the gates, and the rebels have risen openly. Bran reunites with his father on Dejima, just as the Bataavians and the local daimyo prepare to join the rebellion against the Taikun. Nagomi follows her visions across the Dan-no-Ura Straits, only to discover there is more to the Prophecy than she ever imagined... moreFor centuries, the world outside Yamato turned, while in the island nation, little changed. But the barbarians have finally broken through the gates, and the rebels have risen openly. Bran reunites with his father on Dejima, just as the Bataavians and the local daimyo prepare to join the rebellion against the Taikun. Nagomi follows her visions across the Dan-no-Ura Straits, only to discover there is more to the Prophecy than she ever imagined. Sato and the Kiheitai, on secret orders from Lord Mori, rush to reach the Imperial Capital of Heian before the full might of Taikun's army - and the Black Dragons he's allied with. The time for whispers and secrets is over. The dark clouds burst - and the bloody civil war is finally upon Yamato. less

It is the time of Darkness, as prophesied by the priests and soothsayers. The sparks of hope are few and scattered. The Kiheitai, leaderless and purposeless after the disastrous Battle of Heian, flee to the harbour city of Naniwa. Hiding among them, Bran and Nagomi plot to release Sato from the clutches of the Serpent. In the South, Dylan, Gwen and Edern join the rebel army marching against the Taikun, just the Gorllewin dragon riders begin to have second thoughts about their alliance... moreIt is the time of Darkness, as prophesied by the priests and soothsayers. The sparks of hope are few and scattered. The Kiheitai, leaderless and purposeless after the disastrous Battle of Heian, flee to the harbour city of Naniwa. Hiding among them, Bran and Nagomi plot to release Sato from the clutches of the Serpent. In the South, Dylan, Gwen and Edern join the rebel army marching against the Taikun, just the Gorllewin dragon riders begin to have second thoughts about their alliance. In Edo, Princess Atsuko discovers secrets more ancient and sinister than she'd ever feared. less

How will Bran save himself from a cave full of hungry, feral dragons? Who's the mysterious man Gwen and Nagomi meet at the Gates of Otherworld? Will they be able to rescue Sato from the Serpent's claws? And will the Southern Imperial Army manage to defeat the Taikun's forces in their march on Edo?All these questions - and more - will be answered in the thrilling, double-length conclusion to the Year of the Dragon saga, the eighth and final volume: The Last Dragon King!