A review by thedragonqueen
Dragonfruit by Makiia Lucier

adventurous emotional hopeful mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Thank you HarperCollins and NetGalley for an advanced reader copy! 

“In the old tales, it is written that the egg of a seadragon, dragonfruit, holds within it the power to undo a person’s greatest sorrow. An unwanted marriage, a sworn enemy, a painful illness….gone. But as with all things that promise the moon and the stars and offer hope when hope has gone, the tale comes with a warning. Every wish demands a price. “ 

Hanalei’s father does the unthinkable, steals the last dragonfruit (Seadragon egg) that is known to grant the wish and desire of the person whom uses it. Her father uses the egg to revive Hanalei after herself and the princess of Tamarind succumb to poison, but that leaves the princess in an eternal slumber. 

10 years later Hanalei returns to Tamarind and aids Sam, the princess’ son, in finding another dragonfruit to heal the princess. Their search is filled with trials and worries of what may come with another wish granted looms overhead. 

My favorite part of this series is the unique animal companions called markings. They sleep and lay semi-dormant as tattoos, and come to life when their companion is in need. I love the Pacific Islander inspiration and setting, full of rich culture and beautiful writing. 

5/5⭐️ can’t recommend enough!