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A blizzard is blowing into the Old West.

With the help of a Slewja, a gentle dragon, thirty-three-year-old debutante Grace flees an arranged marriage to Dimin, an older, power-hungry expansionist. 

When Grace arrives in the dusty frontier settlement of Grogtown, she realizes that Dimin injured her with a cold curse and she must continually find sources of heat to remain alive. To combat the curse, she becomes a prostitute, a steady source of inner heat, and learns to embrace the value of independence she never experienced as a society woman.

 

Grace accidentally alerts Dimin she is alive by ending up on a Wanted poster, and must enter the unknown desert to the west to escape him. She’s joined by two friends and Slewja to evade the quick-tempered Dimin and the cold sickness that he spreads where he goes. Through her adventure, she meets the steadfast dragon rancher, Ignacio, who quickly challenges her beliefs about independence and love.

Will Grace find a way to break her curse before Dimin’s quest for power consumes them all?

Perfect for readers who love brazen female protagonists and romantic backdrops, and for fans of DONE AND DUSTED by Lyla Sage, HIS MAJESTY’S DRAGON by Naomi Novik, LEDGE by Stacey McEwan, TOGETHER WE BURN by Isabel Ibanez, and  HEARTLESS by Elsie Silver.

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What readers are saying…

  • "Funny and engaging. Not your typical cowboy rancher from the Midwest, USA. This story takes place back in 1800s, the Wild Wild West. Yes, the Western era with saloons and brothels and tons of adventure to be had. Plus our “rancher” is a Dragon Rancher! Magic mixed with Western Era?! You’re welcome romantasy lovers xoxo."

    GoodReads Reviewer

  • "If you wanna read a cowboy/brothel tale with dragons instead of horses, well placed humor and a quick pace, this is your story."

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  • "The first half of the book is so different from the second half but in a good way. And when I got the second half I was giddy and swooning. I loved the magic elements. When you meet Naz you will know what I mean. Also I haven’t read a single dad trope in a romantasy book and I loved it! I don’t wanna give anything away. You definitely need to give this a read. I will definitely be reading more of Maggie Hoopis’ work."

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  • "Grace of Dragons is a Western Romantasy. I have never read a book that combines these two genres together, and this did not disappoint! This book has everything: Hot men, spice, strong badass women, banter, and did I mention they ride dragons instead of horses?"

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  • "This book was so good! The combination of 2 different genres of western and fantasy and had never read before and this book did not disappoint. the character development, plot and dialogue was great through this book! I loved that the FMC was independent and strong, you never felt like she was backing down for anyone. I would highly recommend this book!"

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  • "Romance, Western, Fantasy & Dragons…. All in one book?! If you’re ready for a wild ride and looking for a fast-paced light-hearted palate cleanser, this is it."

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  • "Maggie has written a book that had me feeling empowered, on the edge of my seat, and wanting to go out to buy some boots and some whiskey. A dragon too, but those seem to be hard to find. I wish I had read this sooner, and cannot wait for her next book."

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  • "Maggie is able to spin such a fun read that honestly was a breath of fresh air amongst other fantasy stories. If you love dragons and fantasy but want a change of scene.. give this one a try."

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  • "This story takes you for a ride, a dragon ride if you will. I enjoyed so many things about this story. From the lush world, the unique blend of Western/Cowboy meets Romantasy genres, Slewje, and the fun cast of characters. You can tell that Maggie put a lot of time and effort into creating the characters, world, and plot."

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  • “The world Maggie crafts into existence is unlike anything before it. With a reimagining of dragons and western tropes, this book is the beginning of a new fantastical future for the genre.”

    Beta Reader Review

  • “Grace of Dragons is such a breath of fresh air! Somehow both tender and fierce, this is a romantasy western with dragons, humour, and plenty of heart - you literally cannot go wrong!”

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  • “This book is sassy and snarky. Grace is a spunky fmc who takes no shit. And Naz is perfect.”

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  • “Naz is this perfect mix of gruff and vulnerable. This single dad rancher who is captivated by the whirlwind that is Grace.”

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  • "This book is so unique, so fun, and perfect for any Romantasy fan looking for a new adventure full of spice, snark, and DRAGONS."

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  • "I love the twists and turns, and can't WAIT for the world to read this, so we can all gush! Buckle up and yeehaw!"

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Meet Maggie

Maggie is an avid reader, beta reader, bookstagrammer, wife, mother, and author. She was very excited to release her debut novel, Grace of Dragons, on March 11th, 2025, and is already hard at work writing two more books, including a third interconnected standalone set in the Grace of Dragons Universe! Click below to find out where to meet Maggie in person this year (and next!) to get your book signed.

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To become their best, they’ll need to face their worst.

In the wild frontier community of Grogtown, four women battle the sinister cold sickness that grips the citizens in its icy clutches while dreaming of more than their small-minded town.

Headstrong Britt wishes for nothing more than to fly with the dragons.

Eve, a delicate bookworm, just wants to escape from her grief.

Ever the industrious brothel madame, Sadie desires a home where she is appreciated for simply being herself.

The magical healer, Tara, yearns for her Oath to be fulfilled so she can return to her quiet life caring for the dragons.

Together, these four determined and feisty women navigate the horrors of hatred and the prejudice of the patriarchy—both embodied by the smarmy politician, DB Egoman. 


Will their hearts remain their own? Or will they be permanently broken by the unforgiving frontier society in which they live?

Best of Dragons is the second book in The Thunder of Cosimo series and functions as an interconnected standalone. It is releasing October 21st, 2025!