"His Majesty's Dragon" is a historical fantasy novel by Naomi Novik set during the Napoleonic Wars. The story follows Captain Will Laurence, a British naval officer, who discovers a dragon egg aboard a captured French ship. When the egg hatches, he becomes bonded with the dragon, named Temeraire, leading to a unique partnership that challenges societal norms. The novel explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the impact of war, as Laurence and Temeraire navigate their roles in the British military. Together, they face aerial battles and political intrigue, highlighting the importance of dragons in this alternate history.