For fourteen-year-old Kritika Kahawat, dragons have always been an integral part of the stories passed down through her family of storytellers. But when the threat of Darkini attacks begins to grow stronger, Kritika is pulled into a world of hidden truths, ancient magic, and rising danger. With her best friend Ato and mischievous cat Maashu never far away, Kritika must uncover the secrets behind the stories she once believed were only legends and find the courage to face what lies ahead. Thrilling, magical, and rooted in Indian storytelling, Kritika Kahawat and the Last Dragon of Kuruk is a captivating tale of bravery, friendship, and the return of dragons.