The Western Gate

The world was warned not to open the Western Gate. Cael Arden is about to discover why. After the hidden city of Aerath returns to the world, Cael and his companions follow a newly awakened Accord line west across an ocean that has been erased from every modern map. Beyond it lie drowned cities, forgotten dragons, and the survivors of a civilization that chose isolation rather than risk another Sundering. At the center of everything stands the Western Gate. Behind it waits the Ember Throne - an ancient network capable of joining thousands of minds together and turning their thoughts into a single command. The Gatekeepers want it sealed forever. A new dragon faction wants to control it. And the intelligence trapped inside already knows Cael's name. With Tessa learning to command storms, Mira pushing the limits of her changing form, Bram confronting another secret left behind by Elian Arden, and Vaelora forced to reveal what dragons once did to hide the truth, Cael faces the most dangerous question the new Accord has encountered: Can people truly remain connected if they aren't free to leave? The Western Gate is Book Five of The Dragonbound Chronicles, a young adult fantasy adventure filled with dragons, ancient magic, hidden civilizations, friendship, mystery, transformation, and the struggle between freedom and control. Written for everyone, the series is presented with special consideration for readers with dyslexia, learning disabilities, reading difficulties, and readers who prefer a clearer, more approachable reading experience.