Beyond the Hollowtangle - Shane Trusz - Bog

A strange disease ravages the land, carried by the winds of war. The battle to stop the Iron Dragon's plans intensifies.
Book two in the exciting trilogy continues.
After the mysterious disappearance of the Dark Queen, a new commander rises to lead the vast gnome armies against the humans. And he makes the Dark Queen look merciful.
Little does the commander know, a renowned general has a plan to use ancient magic to strengthen the human army and unite the Fourwinds. Will and Morgan contribute their unique gifts to help their friends in the battle, but even their best efforts may not be enough to stop their ultimate enemy.
If they fail, the Iron Dragon's poison will infect the entire land.