Hidden Among Shadows
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Completed, First published May 09, 2026

The novel follows Hiccup and Toothless as they navigate a dangerous new reality, three years after fleeing Berk. Now living in hiding with allies Dagur and Heather, Hiccup learns of a looming threat to his home. Returning under a false identity, he attempts to warn Berk of BloodFury’s impending attack. While Stoick surprisingly trusts Hiccup’s claims, suspicion lingers with Astrid, who finds herself drawn to this mysterious stranger. As preparations for conflict escalate, secrets deepen and alliances shift, all shadowed by Hiccup’s hidden motives and a desperate plan for escape.
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