The Seeker from Hivrala — C.M. Simpson

Sandfire is a dragon, a guardian of the mountains, and a servant of the Gatekeepers. It is her duty to collect those the Gatekeepers designate seekers and bring them to her masters. The only problem is that the latest seeker doesn't want to go. Vestera doesn't care what the dragon wants; as far as she's concerned she's not about to become a dragon's pet -- but now she has to choose: go with the dragon, or face the royal guard. If only she knew which was worse...