The Last Dragon Queen

When love and loyalty spark, fire will forge the Dragon Queen’s destiny in this breathtaking conclusion to Sylvia Mercedes’s epic romantasy duology.

Rosie Harpwood never asked to be the Dragon Queen. But with Mhoryga’s darkness spreading and the fate of the realm at stake, she must embrace the terrifying magic in her blood. Alongside Prince Valtar—her former enemy and the man she now aches to trust—Rosie journeys into the wilds in search of a phoenix shrine that could awaken her full power. But claiming it may mean losing herself...and leaving Valtar behind for good.

Far away, Rosie’s long-lost sister and Mhoryga’s most devoted creation, Nyxia, is hunting them down. Fierce and desperate to prove her worth, Nyxia will stop at nothing to carry out her mother’s will. But as doubts take root and forbidden feelings rise, Nyxia must choose between her creator and the one person who truly knows her.

As passions entwine with flame and war ignites, Rosie, Valtar, and Nyxia hurtle toward a final reckoning where bonds will be tested, magic will burn, and nothing will ever be the same.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs