Wings and Wounds
THE DRAGON DOC TALES: BOOK 1
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Doc is just an ordinary veterinarian trying to make ends meet — until she stumbles upon an injured dragon and her world is turned upside down. Unable to resist helping an animal in need, she cares for the creature, but quickly realizes she may have bitten off more than she can chew as dragons from far and wide begin seeking out her medical assistance.
Soon, Doc’s peaceful veterinary clinic becomes a trial by fire as she develops dragon medicine on the fly while trying to keep her unpredictable, occasionally destructive patients a secret. As she navigates unfamiliar anatomy, perilous physiology, and peculiar behavior, Doc must learn to bond with the extraordinary creatures that have chosen to trust her with not only their own lives, but their species’ survival.
Can the Dragon Doc find a way to balance her normal life with helping her new patients — or will her career and her clinic go down in flames? One thing is for sure: life with dragons is never dull. And in the end, Doc might need the dragons just as much as they need her.
Praise for Wings and Wounds
“The Dragon Doc’s Wings and Wounds takes the reader on a fantastical journey through the trials and tribulations of veterinary medicine for the most magnificent of beasts. Dr. S. K. Burkman wields a fiery sense of humor that leaves the reader in stitches while also tugging at the heartstrings. Be prepared for a wild flight… and don’t forget to pack the burn salve.” — N.J. Gallegos, author of The Broken Heart
“Very well-written and captivating book – couldn’t put it down. Can’t wait for the next installment.” —D.H.
Squeaky Hatchling
A protective mother dragon, a sick hatchling, and a noisy medical mystery. Just another day at the office for the Dragon Doc.
Doc is an ordinary veterinarian with a knack for treating extraordinary cases. At Doc’s clinic, dragons aren’t just legendary creatures — they’re patients in need of expert care, and she’ll do whatever it takes to keep them healthy.
When a young dragon arrives with a strange, noisy ailment, Doc and her daughter, Ember, face a perplexing mystery. With the hatchling’s health deteriorating and his mother keeping a fierce, watchful eye, Doc must determine the source of his unusual symptoms before it’s too late. Meanwhile, Doc has her own parental troubles as Ember insists on helping with a potentially dangerous procedure. But with no one else to turn to, this mother-daughter duo may be the hatchling’s only hope.
Can Doc and her daughter uncover the cause of the dragon’s distress in time? Find out in the latest entry of the enchanting Dragon Doc Tales series! Dragon enthusiasts and fans of House in the Cerulean Sea, Legends and Lattes, and The Lady Trent Memoirs will be captivated by this heartwarming sequel to the Dragon Doc’s first novel, Wings and Wounds.
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