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Bewilderness #4
Stormwaker
Unlock the secrets of the past to save the future.
Ambrielle and Gavian delve into the secrets of a long-dead civilization to stop the shadows and save their world from certain destruction.
Ambrielle yearns for an extraordinary life beyond the mundane. When she joins forces with the determined Gavian, their destinies entwine on a perilous quest. While they are stalked by a sinister figure, their journey takes them through the enigmatic vaults of an ancient alien race, leading them back to Gavian's war-ravaged homeland. With ancient secrets as their guide, Ambrielle and Gavian are propelled on a mission of paramount importance: to seal the rift between worlds and extinguish the imminent threat of the Shadows.
Ambrielle and Gavian delve into the secrets of a long-dead civilization to stop the shadows and save their world from certain destruction.
Ambrielle yearns for an extraordinary life beyond the mundane. When she joins forces with the determined Gavian, their destinies entwine on a perilous quest. While they are stalked by a sinister figure, their journey takes them through the enigmatic vaults of an ancient alien race, leading them back to Gavian's war-ravaged homeland. With ancient secrets as their guide, Ambrielle and Gavian are propelled on a mission of paramount importance: to seal the rift between worlds and extinguish the imminent threat of the Shadows.
290 pages, Paperback
Published November 10, 2023
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November 14, 2023
Just when I thought I couldn’t love this series any more, Kevin Cox comes through with the masterpiece that is Stormwaker!
This book follows Ambrielle and Gavian as they look for a way to seal the rifts between worlds, saving the universe from the destruction of the Shadows. In the midst of their journey, they are thrown into Gavian’s war-torn home world of Isodonia, where they must fight the darkness that threatens to overtake the planet.
This series is the perfect example of how an author’s writing can grow and evolve with each book. Bewildneress was an impressive debut novel, and each book in this series has shown Cox’s imagination and talent as a writer. The fantastical yet technological world-building along with the unique and distinct characters have become a staple in this series.
At this point, Ambrielle, Gavian, Darby, and Dexius feel like friends more than characters in a book. They are the epitome of a ragtag group of heroes and a found family. I really appreciate how they each have their own individual personalities that somehow work perfectly together. Even when they are at odds with one another, you know that they love each other.
Additionally, I fell in love with Wegin, a synthetic drone assistant with an endearingly literal sense of humor. His character added a sense of lightheartedness to the novel, and between him and Dexius, I laughed out loud many times.
Furthermore, I loved the themes woven throughout the story and how they related to Ambrielle's and Gavian’s character arcs. The two protagonists had such conflicting views about destiny and our place in the world, and it was refreshing to see how their experiences changed their perspectives.
Similarly, stories with myths are always compelling, and Stormwaker had multiple myths about a magical sword. The way these stories were shared between characters strengthened their bonds and added a sense of mystery to the novel. I was also a fan of the way Cox tied the title of the book into the story as well.
Finally, my favorite part of the story was the philosophical questions raised throughout the narrative that went hand-in-hand with the themes. The book encourages readers to reflect on their own views of destiny; what role we play in our own destinies and in others’; and how our experiences, relationships, and losses affect our destinies.
As a whole, this book is an absolute gem! I am simultaneously elated and terrified for the fifth and final book in the series to be released, as I know readers will love it, but I will be so sad to say goodbye to these characters and this universe Cox has created.
Disclaimer: I edited this book but loved the series long before I had the opportunity to work with Kevin as an editor.
This book follows Ambrielle and Gavian as they look for a way to seal the rifts between worlds, saving the universe from the destruction of the Shadows. In the midst of their journey, they are thrown into Gavian’s war-torn home world of Isodonia, where they must fight the darkness that threatens to overtake the planet.
This series is the perfect example of how an author’s writing can grow and evolve with each book. Bewildneress was an impressive debut novel, and each book in this series has shown Cox’s imagination and talent as a writer. The fantastical yet technological world-building along with the unique and distinct characters have become a staple in this series.
At this point, Ambrielle, Gavian, Darby, and Dexius feel like friends more than characters in a book. They are the epitome of a ragtag group of heroes and a found family. I really appreciate how they each have their own individual personalities that somehow work perfectly together. Even when they are at odds with one another, you know that they love each other.
Additionally, I fell in love with Wegin, a synthetic drone assistant with an endearingly literal sense of humor. His character added a sense of lightheartedness to the novel, and between him and Dexius, I laughed out loud many times.
Furthermore, I loved the themes woven throughout the story and how they related to Ambrielle's and Gavian’s character arcs. The two protagonists had such conflicting views about destiny and our place in the world, and it was refreshing to see how their experiences changed their perspectives.
Similarly, stories with myths are always compelling, and Stormwaker had multiple myths about a magical sword. The way these stories were shared between characters strengthened their bonds and added a sense of mystery to the novel. I was also a fan of the way Cox tied the title of the book into the story as well.
Finally, my favorite part of the story was the philosophical questions raised throughout the narrative that went hand-in-hand with the themes. The book encourages readers to reflect on their own views of destiny; what role we play in our own destinies and in others’; and how our experiences, relationships, and losses affect our destinies.
As a whole, this book is an absolute gem! I am simultaneously elated and terrified for the fifth and final book in the series to be released, as I know readers will love it, but I will be so sad to say goodbye to these characters and this universe Cox has created.
Disclaimer: I edited this book but loved the series long before I had the opportunity to work with Kevin as an editor.
November 13, 2023
A massive thank you goes to indie author Kevin Cox, for letting me back into the Bewilderness series with this new instalment, Stormwaker! I swear this YA fantasy/sci-fi mashup is turning me into a sci-fi fan... But let me give you an overview of this new tale before I fangirl much more, okay?
Gavian & Ambrielle have finally reunited, & are now on a quest to track down the friends Gavian lost so many years ago. But as they finally reach Gavian’s homeland, his dreams of a joyous reunion soon turn into a nightmare. Thrust into the middle of a war, can Ambrielle & Gavian fight their way to victory? What happens when they’re torn apart? And can they seal the rift before the Shadows overwhelm everything?
Can we talk about the world building? I’m pretty sure I’ve said this every time I’ve reviewed a book from this YA fantasy series, but Kevin has outdone himself with Stormwaker! The jumping of worlds still gives me The Magician’s Nephew (C. S. Lewis) vibes, but with the fantasy & sci-fi elements thrown in, Stormwaker is such a rich & vibrant creation. I couldn’t love it any harder if I tried! Seriously, the world building within this novel is a gift for the reader as it features the best of both genres.
Stormwaker by indie author Kevin Cox is an incredible YA fantasy/sci-fi mashup, full of deadly adventures & a fight for freedom. This glorious series is perfect for the YA reader who loves both genres, but honestly? If you like either fantasy or sci-fi, you’ll be in for a treat if you dive into Stormwaker & the previous books in Bewilderness!
*** You can read my FULL REVIEW on my blog via this link: https://www.immersedinbooks.com/storm... ***
Gavian & Ambrielle have finally reunited, & are now on a quest to track down the friends Gavian lost so many years ago. But as they finally reach Gavian’s homeland, his dreams of a joyous reunion soon turn into a nightmare. Thrust into the middle of a war, can Ambrielle & Gavian fight their way to victory? What happens when they’re torn apart? And can they seal the rift before the Shadows overwhelm everything?
Can we talk about the world building? I’m pretty sure I’ve said this every time I’ve reviewed a book from this YA fantasy series, but Kevin has outdone himself with Stormwaker! The jumping of worlds still gives me The Magician’s Nephew (C. S. Lewis) vibes, but with the fantasy & sci-fi elements thrown in, Stormwaker is such a rich & vibrant creation. I couldn’t love it any harder if I tried! Seriously, the world building within this novel is a gift for the reader as it features the best of both genres.
Stormwaker by indie author Kevin Cox is an incredible YA fantasy/sci-fi mashup, full of deadly adventures & a fight for freedom. This glorious series is perfect for the YA reader who loves both genres, but honestly? If you like either fantasy or sci-fi, you’ll be in for a treat if you dive into Stormwaker & the previous books in Bewilderness!
*** You can read my FULL REVIEW on my blog via this link: https://www.immersedinbooks.com/storm... ***
January 23, 2024
I didn’t think I could love a Bewilderness book without Malidora as the main character as much as I loved Stormwaker! I loved this book from the first page. I was happy to see some of the characters reunite. Again, all the adventures were exciting. So much action in this book. I see the growth of the characters. This book has a little of everything. And I couldn’t wait to see what was going to happen next. I am so glad I was introduced to this series and can’t wait for book five! I definitely recommend this book.
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