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The Ruby Dragon: Elements
My village has vanished under the black dragon’s wrath. My family lost beneath his anger and flames. I’m all alone in this world.
And it’s all my fault.
I couldn’t stop him from taking over Zodick’s mind, and they had paid the price while I fled through Silver’s portal into an unknown land, to a place where they thought I’d be their saviour. Little did they know that I’d be the one they should have feared...
Kicked from home. Down on my luck. My situation couldn’t get any worse.
So I thought.
Until these strange shadow creatures nip at my heels, an unknown power speaks into my head and warms my soul and creatures I thought only belonged in stories arise from the night. And they all want me?
Would I be able to unlock this new power before these creatures kill me?
Or will the power inside burn me alive?
376 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 31, 2024
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February 19, 2025
I came to the Ruby Dragon (Elementis Book 2) having not read Book 1. That meant there were things I didn’t get, probably because I didn’t know the backstory. Nevertheless, parts of this felt familiar, because I’ve ready similar things before. Despite this, I was intrigued by the premise and enjoyed the worldbuilding. Telling the story in first person while switching between 2 character’s perspectives is a common storytelling device, these days, and the author made it clear whose eyes we were seeing through.
Fred was an easy character to follow, and I found his story engaging. Sakura’s side of things was a bit more of a struggle, as I didn’t really understand who/what/where she was. Again, that’s probably a symptom of not starting with Book 1. I understand the dilemma of how much to remind readers and everyone has a different take on that, but personally, I would have liked a bit more to help me out.
In a similar way, there some character interactions that found puzzling. How you have 2 characters who appear to know each other, and seem delighted to meet again after a long absence…and yet then don’t spend any time together.
In general, though, I found the story entertaining and enjoyable to read. In fact, I’m intrigued enough to want to go back and read book1 to see if that gives me a different perspective on this one.
Happy to recommend, but starting with book 1 in a series is usually the best bet.
Fred was an easy character to follow, and I found his story engaging. Sakura’s side of things was a bit more of a struggle, as I didn’t really understand who/what/where she was. Again, that’s probably a symptom of not starting with Book 1. I understand the dilemma of how much to remind readers and everyone has a different take on that, but personally, I would have liked a bit more to help me out.
In a similar way, there some character interactions that found puzzling. How you have 2 characters who appear to know each other, and seem delighted to meet again after a long absence…and yet then don’t spend any time together.
In general, though, I found the story entertaining and enjoyable to read. In fact, I’m intrigued enough to want to go back and read book1 to see if that gives me a different perspective on this one.
Happy to recommend, but starting with book 1 in a series is usually the best bet.
May 15, 2024
Enticing fantasy world
The Ruby Dragon is the 2nd book of the Elements series with the book The Silver Dragon. The author has created a top-notch fantasy series with interesting characters, a fresh take on a well-covered scenario, with just enough humor to balance it out. It is best to read book 1 before book 2. The writing is always clear; the action is fast moving, and the plot is easy to follow. The author takes the characters on a variety of adventures, in unexpected directions that often leave you wondering how they will survive the latest life or death predicament. Some things that happen may leave you with questions to ask, but the author never seems to run out of stories to tell, and you never know what will happen next. The books have kept me entertained, and I have no trouble recommending the series.
The Ruby Dragon is the 2nd book of the Elements series with the book The Silver Dragon. The author has created a top-notch fantasy series with interesting characters, a fresh take on a well-covered scenario, with just enough humor to balance it out. It is best to read book 1 before book 2. The writing is always clear; the action is fast moving, and the plot is easy to follow. The author takes the characters on a variety of adventures, in unexpected directions that often leave you wondering how they will survive the latest life or death predicament. Some things that happen may leave you with questions to ask, but the author never seems to run out of stories to tell, and you never know what will happen next. The books have kept me entertained, and I have no trouble recommending the series.
April 4, 2024
Engaging story
Similar to her impressive debut novel (The Silver Dragon), the author crafts a compelling fantasy tale filled with intricate details. Fred and Sakura were two engaging characters.
One minor suggestion, if I may: While other readers may not be bothered, I would find the reading experience improved if the author could cut down on the frequent use of dialogue tags (e.g., “said” and “asked”) and the word "but" (hundreds of “but” throughout the pages.
Similar to her impressive debut novel (The Silver Dragon), the author crafts a compelling fantasy tale filled with intricate details. Fred and Sakura were two engaging characters.
One minor suggestion, if I may: While other readers may not be bothered, I would find the reading experience improved if the author could cut down on the frequent use of dialogue tags (e.g., “said” and “asked”) and the word "but" (hundreds of “but” throughout the pages.
April 13, 2024
if you enjoyed the first one the second in the series hits the spot
if you enjoyed the first one the second in the series hits the spot.
Even if the front cover has gripped you dive right on in to the elements series and get lost in a world of well written fantasy
if you enjoyed the first one the second in the series hits the spot.
Even if the front cover has gripped you dive right on in to the elements series and get lost in a world of well written fantasy
May 21, 2024
Enchanting fantasy
“The Ruby Dragon” is the second in the author series. This book has lots of magic, witches, vampires, and much more! Great coming of age, story for young adults! Very entertaining and fun to read!
“The Ruby Dragon” is the second in the author series. This book has lots of magic, witches, vampires, and much more! Great coming of age, story for young adults! Very entertaining and fun to read!
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