4.0

The Ellyrian Code is an epic fantasy set within an elite university. 
We follow four students on their quest to make it into the order to become magicians and dragon riders. They are tested on their morals just as much as their power. The book covers lots of political intrigue and morality, which was interesting. 
The characters are all distinct and highly competitive - so I can understand the comparison to The Atlas Six. There is also a nice romance subplot that I really enjoyed and got me invested into the characters more. 
In terms of dragons this is clearly just the beginning and we only get a teaser of them. I loved how elusive they are and cannot wait to find out more about them as these characters progress. 
The timeline is the first year and this really worked - bring on second year! I loved the epic feel of this book and just know this is going to be one of those series that develops into an immense and immersive world. 
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for this advanced reader copy. This is a voluntary review of my own thoughts.