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The Dragon Keepers of Dumara: An Epic Fantasy Paranormal Adventure Novel Paperback – April 23, 2022

by Jessica Kemery (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 64 ratings
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She doesn’t feel ready. He’s desperate for her help. Will an unexpected pair escape fire-breathing enemies in their hunt for the truth?

Mila dreams of following in her dad’s footsteps. As the daughter of her town’s only Dragon Keeper, she jumps into the challenging career after discovering the body of the creatures’ queen. And learning their shapeshifting secrets, she forms a potent bond with the grieving royal son… and boldly offers her services.

Prince Alex suspects the worst. After suspicious circumstances left him motherless, the scaly shifter strives to stay focused on his quest for justice as he falls for his new keeper. But as the two become inseparable, Alex fears that keeping her close will only embroil her in a dangerous battle for revenge.

As Mila and the heartbroken monarch traverse the kingdoms in search of answers, she struggles to navigate the supernatural world while balancing her growing feelings. But as shadowy foes spring a treacherous plot, Alex worries he’s not powerful enough to protect his girl from deadly threats.

Can this intertwined couple defeat the dark forces hungry to cut their lives short?

The Dragon Keeper of Dumara is the riveting first book in The Dragon Keepers paranormal fantasy series. If you like strong heroines, sweet romance, and in-depth world-building, then you’ll love Jessica Kemery’s voyage through the skies.

Buy The Dragon Keeper of Dumara to soar into adventure today!
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  1. Book 1 of 3
    The Dragon Keepers
  2. Print length
    250 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    April 23, 2022
  5. Reading age
    13 - 18 years
  6. Dimensions
    6 x 0.63 x 9 inches
  7. ISBN-13
    979-8808458543
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09YQBJCCP
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (April 23, 2022)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 250 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8808458543
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 13 - 18 years
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.63 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Jessica Kemery

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Called by some a multi-tasking ninja, Jessica Kemery lives in the suburbs of Chicago. She spends her day writing to pay the bills so her dog can live a life of pampered luxury. 'The Hobbit' is the first book she read, and she has been searching for dragons ever since. She's got two teens who have perfected their eye roll and practice it every time she belts out an '80s tune. Her husband is already planning to retire and take the position as her business manager because, obviously, she's going to make it big. Powered by caffeine and the bare minimum of sleep on a nightly basis, she truly believes her new sparkling water machine is life-changing.

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Jeffrey D.
5.0 out of 5 stars Mystery’s calling …..young loves first kiss awaits …..
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2023
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Fast paced story with more twists than a cork screw !!! You will be swept up in this tale of young love , mystery , intrigue and oh , did I mention the sorcerer ???
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Natalie Davenport
4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting premise
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2022
I really like the way the author mingles the lives of dragons and humans in this fantasy. The story is fast paced and interesting throughout.

There is a lot of head-hopping, however, and I found that to be distracting as I was reading. One moment, we’re seeing things from Mila’s point of view, the next, we’re feeling the emotions or reading the thoughts of another character.

Overall, it’s not a bad story and makes for a fun read.
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Nemesis
5.0 out of 5 stars Fly High with The Dragon Keepers of Dumara
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2023
The Dragon Keepers of Dumara by Jessica Kemery, narrated by Josh Casaubon, is a thrilling and romantic fantasy novel about Mila, the only Dragon Keeper in her town, who forms a special bond with the grieving royal son Alex. As they search for answers to the queen's death, they must also navigate a supernatural world filled with danger and treacherous foes. If you love stories with strong heroines and sweet romance, this book is a must-read!
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Laura
5.0 out of 5 stars Absorbing YA Fantasy
Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2022
This was my first experience with Jessica Kemery's work, and I enjoyed it a lot. Once the audiobook started, I had to listen until the end in order to find out what happened next. The story was written for a younger audience, but I enjoyed it. I appreciated the complex world building. I liked the characters. My only issue was that this book ended on a cliffhanger, but that wasn't too surprising as it is part of a series. Josh Casaubon's narration was great, and his performance enhanced the story's entertainment. I was given a free copy of the audiobook, and I have voluntarily posted this review.
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susan stich
4.0 out of 5 stars Dragons..need I say more?
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2022
Excellently paced YA fantasy full of action, intrigue and dragons. The characters are well written, I enjoyed the interactions between Mila and Alex, and look forward to seeing thier bond grow. Finished in one sitting.
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Kindle Customer DVH
5.0 out of 5 stars Prince Alex and Mila battle evil
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2022
The Dragon Keepers of Dumara is Book 1 in The Dragon Keepers Series by Jessica Kemery. Wow, this fantasy has everything fabulous. The characters are terrific and the story is so good. I don't think that Jessica Kemery could have written a better fantasy. I thought that there was betrayal and evil plots, sweet romance that seems like it can't be, the making of a new Dragon Keeper, fighting and so much more. Prince Alex and his Dragon Keeper, Mila, are strong characters to build a series and I don't want to wait for book 2! I enjoyed the story so much that I was sad to see it end. This is a fantastic book and I hope book 2 comes fast. I received an arc for free and am leaving my review voluntarily.
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Bethany Tomerlin Prince
3.0 out of 5 stars A Fun Read Where the Details Don't Always Hold Up
Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2022
This was a fun read but when I really thought about some of the details I found them troubling.

At first I really liked the idea of the royals turning into Dragons and back and forth.

But as the book on it wasn't distinct between the human state and Dragon state. There were no unique sensory details or mental states when Alex was a Dragon. Dragon and human became interchangeable.

And I found it a unbelievable how quickly someone could adjust to being human after being dragons their whole life.

Also the back story between Mila's mother and uncle is super dark. Mila's uncle magically date raped Mila's mom so its weird to have him be portrayed as an almost sympathetic character.

And the female dragon keeper implying that her only currency was her body when she revealed that she slept with the sorcerer in exchange for her powers, was really off putting

Also it is revealed early on that Alex's younger brother is scheming to take his throne and that he befriended the outcast dragons out of cunning not compassion. However, my natural insticts are to root for the outcasts. Especially since it was established how bullying and dominant dragon society is.

I also found it a bit strange that the dragon feminine ideal was submissive dragons. I think in this case the author was trying to map traditional human patriarchal values onto the dragons and it contradicted with my preconceptions about dragons.

And the book really doesn't know what to do with the larger human society. In one kingdom the humans are enslaved, in another the males are castrated. Even in Dumura the "good kingdom" we are following its kinda amazing that no one has figured out that the royals and the dragons are the same given how little care is taken to preserve the secret during the dress fitting.

I did enjoy the character of Mila and her growing confidence as she came into her own but overall my enjoyment of the book was diminished when I started to think about some of its central premises and their implications.
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Angelofmusic
5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2022
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

A great fantasy book. An interesting world about dragons, their clans, their powers, their laws, their dragging keepers, the secrets they keep, a wizard, young love, and a dragon Lord/God. I actually was surprised when the book just ended I look forward to reading the next book if the opportunity arises. I recommend to dragon and fantasy lovers it’s a nice easy read but still captivating.
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Kindle Customer Paula
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantasy Creation of Kingdoms
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 23, 2022
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A fantasy world is created within the pages of this first book in the series, complete with a creation myth. The Dragon God, so the story goes, created the four clans of dragons, giving each its own king and land—which is illustrated in the helpful map located at the beginning of the book. Here we can see the kingdoms of Terrak, Murdad, Fresthav and Dumara, which last is the focus of our attention.

The dragons have to share the world with the humans who were there before them though, and some of these were appointed by the god as Dragon Keepers, armed with the skills of medicine and healing for his kin. It is through the world of Mila Fletcher—daughter and heir of Aswin, dragon keeper of Dumara—that we view what’s going on in this world, and it isn’t good.

There’s treachery afoot, as becomes clear from a death at the start of the story, and develops with the life of Mila as she becomes initiated into her destined role of dragon keeper to Alex, the oldest son and heir of Rand, the king of Dumara. There are plots afoot, with attendant births, marriages and deaths, and the kingdom of Dumara comes under pressure for its very survival.

Author Jessica Kemery has painted her tale in vivid tones, from the medicinal ingredients used by the dragon keepers for their potions, the magic used by Darius, Sorcerer to the four realms and uncle to Mila, the clothing worn by the humans and the shades of the dragons themselves. The golden yellow and red of the Chuvashes, the Sunrise Dragons of Dumara are here, together with the greens of the Summer Dragons of Terrak, the blue and white hues of the Winter dragons of Fresthav and the dark tones of the Nightfall Dragons of Murdad.

A colourful narrative with an ending to move the story on to the second text, The Sorcerer’s Absolution.
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