When the last dragon died over a thousand years ago, magic disappeared along with them. Alone and powerless, humanity was left to pick up the pieces of their once magnificent world. But now magic returns in the hands of a young slave.Ever since slave traders captured me as a small boy, I've worked in the salt mines. My destiny is hard labor and an early death. There is no escape.Until I found the dragon.Inside a natural cavern, I discovered an ancient dragon skeleton made entirely of crystal. Whispers in my mind told me to steal the gem from its eye. And I did, thinking I could use it to buy my freedom.However, the moment it touches me, it fuses to my skin, and my entire world is turned upside down. Magic isn't supposed to exist, but fire erupts from my hands every time someone tries to harm me.Escaped from the mines at last, I form a shaky alliance when I encounter another traveler down on his luck. We are both determined to make it to the neighboring country, although we keep our reasons secret. Once there, I'll be free. Then I can get rid of this cursed gem once and for all.However, a mysterious sorcerer nips at our heels as we reach the final mountain pass. With a hired guide, we try to make it through without being detected. The magic of the dragon's eye has saved us more than once, but this time, it might just be our downfall.Curse of the Dragon's Eye contains a diverse cast of characters and queer themes. It was previously published under the title "The Crystal Eye" by Blake R. Wolfe. Although the title and cover are different, the content remains the same.
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