Disguised as a boy in order to pursue her dream of becoming a talented Dragoneye, Eon completes her four-year apprenticeship and prepares to face real challenges in the dangerous world of the Imperial court, but when the evil Lord Ido discovers her secret, the situation becomes even more perilous. Includes a teaser for the eagerly awaited Eona. ALA Best Book for Young Adults, A Bank Street Best Book of the Year, Winner of the Aurealis Award. Starred reviews in Booklist, PW. Reprint.