Dragon Cursed, by Elise Cova (softback, english edition)

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The moment you see a dragon is usually your last.

Dragon Cursed by Elise Kova
(Dragon Cursed Duology, Book 1 of 2)

An instant #1 New York Times bestseller from the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Arcana Academy — a heart-pounding fantasy romance about a cursed fate, a city on the edge of ruin, and a man who knows far too much.

Since the dragons emerged — along with the scourge that ravaged the lands and people — there's only one human city that remains standing: Vingard. But the hellfire from above is nothing compared to the threat from within. For there is no worse fate than being Dragon Cursed. Slowly and excruciatingly, you'll be transformed into a mindless beast who destroys everything — and everyone — you love.

Any of us could be tainted. Any of us could be lying. Any of us could be caught and killed by the authorities. And I'm terrified that I might be next. There's only one other person who might suspect my secret. He's like my shadow, following me wherever I go — part protector, part tormentor, fully annoying. Sometimes I think I am just one of the million unfathomable secrets he keeps hidden. Because Lucan definitely knows something. And if I'm Dragon Cursed, death might be the only mercy I get.

Why readers can't put it down:

• 🐉 A world where dragons mean death — and the curse is already spreading from within
• 🖤 A brooding shadow of a love interest who knows her secret and won't say a word
• ✨ Brutal trials, impossible odds, and a heroine racing against her own transformation
• 🔮 A city of paranoia where anyone could be tainted — and no one can be trusted
• 📚 Book 1 of a heart-pounding duology from a #1 NYT and Sunday Times bestselling author

Perfect for readers who love:
fantasy romance · dragon fantasy · enemies to lovers · slow burn · cursed heroines · dark romantasy · Elise Kova · Fourth Wing · BookTok favourites

She's terrified she might be next. He already knows.

🐉 A Curse That Turns You Into the Thing You Fear Most
🐉 A Last City Standing — With Enemies Inside Its Walls
🐉 A Secret That Could Get Her Killed
🐉 A Shadow Who Follows Her Everywhere
🐉 A Man Full of Unfathomable Secrets
🐉 A Fate Where Death Might Be the Kindest Outcome

At Dark Rose, we believe the most gripping stories are the ones where the monster you're becoming is the one you're most afraid of — and the only person who sees it refuses to look away.

👤 Recommended Age: 16+

⚠️ Content Notes:
Violence • Transformation • Dark fantasy elements • Paranoia • Morally grey love interest • Slow burn romance • Trials and peril

✨ Best for readers who love:
Fantasy Romance • Dragon Fantasy • Enemies to Lovers • Slow Burn • Cursed Heroines • Elise Kova • Fourth Wing

⚠️ Probably not for readers looking for:
Light Reads • Sweet Romance • Contemporary Settings • Standalone Stories

📚 Format & Details

• Format: Softback
• Pages: 432
• Genre: Fantasy Romance / Dark Fantasy
• Series: Dragon Cursed Duology, Book 1 of 2
• Publisher: Hodderscape
• Published: 6 January 2026

"If I'm Dragon Cursed, death might be the only mercy I get."