I'm impressed with how explicitly this book discuses rebellion. It very straightly states that politicians should not be feared by people, but should rather be fear the people, that a disinterest in political debate is due to privilege, and it allows the main character to be categorically and unequivocally wrong. It is a story about growing into change, and learning that the side you are fighting for is corrupt. And how to grapple with the mistakes you have made. Plus, there's dragons which is super freaking cool.

If you want Babel but make it YA with dragons, I recommend this one! The main character's views are frustrating at the start but understandable and she does grow and get better. I really like all the time spent explaining the different dragon's ways of communicating, instead of like in fourth wing when they just magically speak English in the human's head. It made for an interesting world and added a new element to the story. It also has a competitive school setting, ex-best friend drama, a romance and more. The ending did not make me feel good though