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Wizard Blues
BECOMING A WIZARD IS EASY, JUST GIVE UP EVERYTHING! Teen brothers Ocean and Sky inherit magical talent and dream of becoming wizards. They thought they had it made when they enrolled at a prestigious university of magic. On graduation day, after years of study, the gift of great magical power is laid before them. There’s just one catch—they must give up their youth forever! They choose to become powerful wizards in the bodies of old men, but something goes wrong. Their disguise short-circuits leaving them young again—two very unconvincing wise old wizards. They become entangled in a some invisible evil is killing dwarves in their mine. Can the brothers convince the dwarves that they are powerful wizards and uncover the secret of The Beast before it kills again? Lovers of epic fantasy will enjoy this close-up view of the lives of two newly-minted the joy and pain of having magical power and the responsibility that comes with it.
- GenresFantasy
304 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 10, 2013
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October 8, 2013
This was a really good book. I loved the characters and the setup of the plot. The descriptions I can't wait to get ahold of the next book in this series. I won this book for free from Goodreads First Reads give-a-ways.
September 13, 2013
The story flow was easy to follow finding hints of the Hobbit, Harry Potter. Very detail of the places they travel. Love the staff found in the book to remind me to write this.Loved the orginal
art work and carving of the staff.
art work and carving of the staff.
December 4, 2014
I won this in a Goodreads giveaway.
Emissir and his twin brother, Delothir discover they have magic abilities around the time of puberty. Their parents, while not wizards themselves, understand due to ancestors with the ability. An accident when the twins are about 15 causes the two to follow a wizard named Gridelin for a few years before starting at a wizard school. There, they learn theories and religion, for there is a church that wizards are under. When training is complete, if a novice accepts life as a wizard (causing them to look much older than they truly are), they are set on a specific mission/ministry to help better the world.
The Order also has colors, and wizards choose their name based on their color. It's interesting and a new take on it (for me). What shocked me was I was thinking this was an older children's book when BOOM! F-BOMB! *laughs* And the staff on the back cover almost looks like a penis.
Anyway, Emissir (Ocean) and Delothir (Sky) meet Torik, a dwarf who needs help with a Beast in the mines. The boy's father was taken and the wizards are able to get a unique and rare glimpse into the dwarven life. I really liked how Simpson portrayed the dwarves and that the humans were able to see the beauty in the other race. Torik's mother is not a woman to be reckoned with. I don't tend towards dwarves, but she is one of the best.
We flip-flop between the dwarves with the wizards and the dwarves who were taken by the Beast...who is stealing children now. The wizards are able to use a Dwarven magic cube that navigates known tunnels in the mines to help them find the Beast. I enjoyed seeing both groups separately, until they clashed together.
Steve Simpson included a map at the start of the book, which is great to have. He writes well and gives a good back story and explanations of the people and surroundings. Some of the transitions and general writing are a bit awkward at times, but overall he has written a cohesive story that is enjoyable.
I did see typos on the following pages:
158 - "he did worn us" instead of 'warn'
240 - "He and Ocean had discussed..." should be 'He and Sky'
Emissir and his twin brother, Delothir discover they have magic abilities around the time of puberty. Their parents, while not wizards themselves, understand due to ancestors with the ability. An accident when the twins are about 15 causes the two to follow a wizard named Gridelin for a few years before starting at a wizard school. There, they learn theories and religion, for there is a church that wizards are under. When training is complete, if a novice accepts life as a wizard (causing them to look much older than they truly are), they are set on a specific mission/ministry to help better the world.
The Order also has colors, and wizards choose their name based on their color. It's interesting and a new take on it (for me). What shocked me was I was thinking this was an older children's book when BOOM! F-BOMB! *laughs* And the staff on the back cover almost looks like a penis.
Anyway, Emissir (Ocean) and Delothir (Sky) meet Torik, a dwarf who needs help with a Beast in the mines. The boy's father was taken and the wizards are able to get a unique and rare glimpse into the dwarven life. I really liked how Simpson portrayed the dwarves and that the humans were able to see the beauty in the other race. Torik's mother is not a woman to be reckoned with. I don't tend towards dwarves, but she is one of the best.
We flip-flop between the dwarves with the wizards and the dwarves who were taken by the Beast...who is stealing children now. The wizards are able to use a Dwarven magic cube that navigates known tunnels in the mines to help them find the Beast. I enjoyed seeing both groups separately, until they clashed together.
Steve Simpson included a map at the start of the book, which is great to have. He writes well and gives a good back story and explanations of the people and surroundings. Some of the transitions and general writing are a bit awkward at times, but overall he has written a cohesive story that is enjoyable.
I did see typos on the following pages:
158 - "he did worn us" instead of 'warn'
240 - "He and Ocean had discussed..." should be 'He and Sky'
July 16, 2014
I won this book during a goodreads giveaway.
This was a very interesting, fun read. A lot of times fantasy novels are lacking in the humor department, but that was not the case here. I actually laughed out loud a few times (to the annoyance of my sister!). The main characters were interesting, though I did get annoyed with one once or twice. The plot was also well done and enjoyable. I loved the twists at the end!
This book reminded me a lot of old-school fantasy. I recommend it for those who love good fantasy novels and adventure books. I wavered between giving it 3 stars or 4, but decided on 4 because I'm invested enough to want to buy the next book whenever it comes out and because I can see myself rereading this book.
This was a very interesting, fun read. A lot of times fantasy novels are lacking in the humor department, but that was not the case here. I actually laughed out loud a few times (to the annoyance of my sister!). The main characters were interesting, though I did get annoyed with one once or twice. The plot was also well done and enjoyable. I loved the twists at the end!
This book reminded me a lot of old-school fantasy. I recommend it for those who love good fantasy novels and adventure books. I wavered between giving it 3 stars or 4, but decided on 4 because I'm invested enough to want to buy the next book whenever it comes out and because I can see myself rereading this book.
November 18, 2014
Twin boys with special powers are orphaned as the result of a landslide.
Eventually they graduate from wizard school and are sent out in to the world to do good. The only problem is—they look like old men.
A case of distressed dwarves (dwarfs?) is their first major opportunity to help others, and the story of this adventure is what takes up the remainder of this entertaining novel.
“Wizard Blues” is a well-written and coherent fantasy novel. The story has good rising and falling tension which builds to a satisfying climax. Mr Simpson demonstrates a good command of language as well as a fertile imagination.
I enjoyed “Wizard Blues” which I suspect will be the first in a series.
4 stars
Eventually they graduate from wizard school and are sent out in to the world to do good. The only problem is—they look like old men.
A case of distressed dwarves (dwarfs?) is their first major opportunity to help others, and the story of this adventure is what takes up the remainder of this entertaining novel.
“Wizard Blues” is a well-written and coherent fantasy novel. The story has good rising and falling tension which builds to a satisfying climax. Mr Simpson demonstrates a good command of language as well as a fertile imagination.
I enjoyed “Wizard Blues” which I suspect will be the first in a series.
4 stars
July 13, 2014
First I want to thank goodreads and the author. I won this book and since it was not on my radar I would not have read it if it wasn't for winning it.
Coming into this book I didn't have much expectations. A day later, I sat with it finished. It was a very quick read, but that was not bad at all. The story flowed nicely and at the end I found myself wanting to know what happens next on their journey. I'll definitely be on the lookout for the rest of this series.
Coming into this book I didn't have much expectations. A day later, I sat with it finished. It was a very quick read, but that was not bad at all. The story flowed nicely and at the end I found myself wanting to know what happens next on their journey. I'll definitely be on the lookout for the rest of this series.
July 18, 2014
I received this book for free from a Goodreads First Reads giveaway.
Other reviews can be found at http://wellreadviking.blogspot.com/
After receiving this book from a Goodreads giveaway I did not have very high expectations for this book. A blurb I read of the book compared it to Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings. That is usually a red flag for me since it appears to just be an attempt to attach a book to a much more successful and well written work. I also sighed a little when I saw that the names of the two main characters were going to be Ocean and Sky. It made me think I was accidentally reading the sign in sheet at a hippie commune. With all my reservations and prejudging, this book wasn't half bad.
As this book starts we meet up with twin brothers. As they are growing up they start to display some magical talents. Mostly it is small things, but it leads their parents into searching for a place where they might learn to develop their skills. Unfortunately for the family, tragedy strikes. The two boys make the decision to continue to seek their training and they join up with a wizard. For a few years they roam around together, but the wizard says that the time has come for them to enroll in school to learn all that magic has to offer. They do so and soon enough they are facing graduation and the real world.
After they leave as full-fledged wizards they are told to report to a leader in their organization, but on their way they run into a dwarf child and they soon change their destination to help the lad and his family. The dwarven village they run to is being terrorized by a shadowy beast in their mines. The two brothers must do what they can to solve this issue before more lives are lost.
All in all I did enjoy this book, but it wasn't what I would call a page turner. As I was reading the book I was engaged, but as soon as I put it down I forgot about it. I wasn't sucked in like I am for some books. A lot of what was in the book felt like your standard fantasy fare, which isn't bad, but I like to have a little uniqueness in what I am reading. There were a few things at the end that were revealed that made me think that the second book might have more to offer in originality than this one did. If you want a short fantasy book that isn't half bad or mentally taxing then you are in the right place.
Rating: 3.5 Stars
Other reviews can be found at http://wellreadviking.blogspot.com/
After receiving this book from a Goodreads giveaway I did not have very high expectations for this book. A blurb I read of the book compared it to Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings. That is usually a red flag for me since it appears to just be an attempt to attach a book to a much more successful and well written work. I also sighed a little when I saw that the names of the two main characters were going to be Ocean and Sky. It made me think I was accidentally reading the sign in sheet at a hippie commune. With all my reservations and prejudging, this book wasn't half bad.
As this book starts we meet up with twin brothers. As they are growing up they start to display some magical talents. Mostly it is small things, but it leads their parents into searching for a place where they might learn to develop their skills. Unfortunately for the family, tragedy strikes. The two boys make the decision to continue to seek their training and they join up with a wizard. For a few years they roam around together, but the wizard says that the time has come for them to enroll in school to learn all that magic has to offer. They do so and soon enough they are facing graduation and the real world.
After they leave as full-fledged wizards they are told to report to a leader in their organization, but on their way they run into a dwarf child and they soon change their destination to help the lad and his family. The dwarven village they run to is being terrorized by a shadowy beast in their mines. The two brothers must do what they can to solve this issue before more lives are lost.
All in all I did enjoy this book, but it wasn't what I would call a page turner. As I was reading the book I was engaged, but as soon as I put it down I forgot about it. I wasn't sucked in like I am for some books. A lot of what was in the book felt like your standard fantasy fare, which isn't bad, but I like to have a little uniqueness in what I am reading. There were a few things at the end that were revealed that made me think that the second book might have more to offer in originality than this one did. If you want a short fantasy book that isn't half bad or mentally taxing then you are in the right place.
Rating: 3.5 Stars
September 30, 2014
The day their parents die it is obvious the boys are different from most youngsters as they have powers most people lack. A travelling wizard takes them on and as Sky and Ocean are ready for their first assignment they are waylaid by a young dwarf, who needs their help: a nameless beast is picking the dwarves, one by one, as they mine the deep mountain and only the gnawed bones are left behind as proof of their existence.
This first novel about the orphaned twins who turn wizards feels old-fashioned in a good way: there is time for descriptions and a build-up before the big bang. Maybe this will put some readers off, but I believe it works for this author and I hope the reader will give the time needed to let the story take on momentum, because it is worth it. It is a well-written novel and the characters come alive with the main characters having both a good side and a bad one to make them both interesting and likeable. As much as the two young men believe they are in charge of their future there are other powers at work, with an agenda of their own, and the sequel looks promising.
(I was given the novel to review)
This first novel about the orphaned twins who turn wizards feels old-fashioned in a good way: there is time for descriptions and a build-up before the big bang. Maybe this will put some readers off, but I believe it works for this author and I hope the reader will give the time needed to let the story take on momentum, because it is worth it. It is a well-written novel and the characters come alive with the main characters having both a good side and a bad one to make them both interesting and likeable. As much as the two young men believe they are in charge of their future there are other powers at work, with an agenda of their own, and the sequel looks promising.
(I was given the novel to review)
September 28, 2014
This is not a novel that should be read quickly. You will miss much and not appreciate all the detail and clues
if you fast forward or power through this novel. I can see this becoming a favorite seris.
This is the story of twins with magical abilities.
Sadly at age 15 they become orphaned, and their quest to learn more about their talents and build a life for themselves begins.
They take on the names Ocean and Sky, due to their different interests.
Much happens in the beginning of this book that will make sense or be returned to at the end.
This is why you should not read this too quickly.
Appreciate the difficult and intelligent work the author has contributed to this novel.
The ending was a complete surprise.
if you fast forward or power through this novel. I can see this becoming a favorite seris.
This is the story of twins with magical abilities.
Sadly at age 15 they become orphaned, and their quest to learn more about their talents and build a life for themselves begins.
They take on the names Ocean and Sky, due to their different interests.
Much happens in the beginning of this book that will make sense or be returned to at the end.
This is why you should not read this too quickly.
Appreciate the difficult and intelligent work the author has contributed to this novel.
The ending was a complete surprise.
December 23, 2014
This is a fun book to read. The story line is very good from start to finish and is a great setup for an epic series. I enjoyed the humor in the book and the brothers' interaction and apparent bond. I wavered for some time as to whether to give it 3 or 4 stars due to the occasional and completely mystifying use of vulgarity. It seemed to go against the characters' themselves and seemed to pop up for completely unfathomable reasons. It was a head-scratching, unnecessary distraction. Your book would be good for anyone to read without it. I would like to be able to recommend this book for several young friends, but I cannot. I enjoyed the book and was never bored. Thank you for all of your work.
October 14, 2014
4 Stars!
I won this book in a First Reads giveaway in exchange for an honest review.
I thought that Wizard Blues was very good. It took an overdone idea (wizards, how many times have we seen this) but gave it a very unique twist. I've never read anything like it before. Very original ideas, loved the humor throughout the book too. The matching bookmark was also adorable and much appreciated.
I won this book in a First Reads giveaway in exchange for an honest review.
I thought that Wizard Blues was very good. It took an overdone idea (wizards, how many times have we seen this) but gave it a very unique twist. I've never read anything like it before. Very original ideas, loved the humor throughout the book too. The matching bookmark was also adorable and much appreciated.
August 14, 2015
A few chapters in I was a little skeptical because when you have dwarves, elves, a school of magic, and a clear line of we are good and they are evil, things can get a bit cliche fast. But in the case of this story I like the twists it gives to some of these things, even though the mountain mining dwarves are still as stubborn and prideful as you would expect.
I really like the two main characters Emissir and Delothir (or Ocean and Sky), they have very relatable personalities especially if you have a brother, then you will really understand these characters. I do have to say that I'm not too fond of the names they pick when they became "full" wizards, every time I read the names Ocean and Sky I felt like I was reading about magic strippers or a hippie rap duo, it took awhile to get used to it but it still bothers me. My favorite part of this book is the interactions between these two brothers, whether they are arguing, poking fun at each other, or thinking around a problem their conversations always feel real and makes me appreciate their different personalities even more.
All the characters in this story were really well written and interesting, some of the best were the brother's parents Ardun and Orissa, Worem, Torik, Thorgal, and my personal favorite Balia. She really enhanced every scene she was in, especially when she charged in the mines fully armored up and the way she came out of the mines with Torik on her back. The Beast felt like it was written with a lot of care, it was the bad guy of the story and was made to look that way with great detail but it also has a few subtle quirks to it throwing you off all the way till the end.
The story is pretty simple, they have to figure out a way to stop the Beast while hiding the fact that they are not old wise men but new wizards fresh out of school. I enjoyed the story a lot, but there are few things that bothered me. The parents dying in the beginning seemed forced (though things get interesting with this later on), the whole light solution in the mines to find the Beast didn't really make sense, maybe if it was talked about earlier (like if was taught in the school) as a thing maybe it would've made more sense. The wizard school was too brief, it was basically they were taught some stuff and now they're done, a couple of classes were mentioned but again it was brief. I would've like to know more about the school and what the rules of this world's magic are, but I just have to assume that it is Harry Potter like.
The last thing I didn't really like was the whole prophecy, the book was going so well at the end but then they mention a prophecy and it was a huge downer. I just think it's too cliche, it's the same prophecy we see everywhere, they are the key to stopping the great evil as told in this ancient scripture. I don't think this book needs a prophecy, I have confidence the author has the skill to get around having a cliche prophecy to fuel the story.
I really like this book and can't wait to see what happens to these characters next. I won this book in a Good Reads First Reads Giveaway.
I really like the two main characters Emissir and Delothir (or Ocean and Sky), they have very relatable personalities especially if you have a brother, then you will really understand these characters. I do have to say that I'm not too fond of the names they pick when they became "full" wizards, every time I read the names Ocean and Sky I felt like I was reading about magic strippers or a hippie rap duo, it took awhile to get used to it but it still bothers me. My favorite part of this book is the interactions between these two brothers, whether they are arguing, poking fun at each other, or thinking around a problem their conversations always feel real and makes me appreciate their different personalities even more.
All the characters in this story were really well written and interesting, some of the best were the brother's parents Ardun and Orissa, Worem, Torik, Thorgal, and my personal favorite Balia. She really enhanced every scene she was in, especially when she charged in the mines fully armored up and the way she came out of the mines with Torik on her back. The Beast felt like it was written with a lot of care, it was the bad guy of the story and was made to look that way with great detail but it also has a few subtle quirks to it throwing you off all the way till the end.
The story is pretty simple, they have to figure out a way to stop the Beast while hiding the fact that they are not old wise men but new wizards fresh out of school. I enjoyed the story a lot, but there are few things that bothered me. The parents dying in the beginning seemed forced (though things get interesting with this later on), the whole light solution in the mines to find the Beast didn't really make sense, maybe if it was talked about earlier (like if was taught in the school) as a thing maybe it would've made more sense. The wizard school was too brief, it was basically they were taught some stuff and now they're done, a couple of classes were mentioned but again it was brief. I would've like to know more about the school and what the rules of this world's magic are, but I just have to assume that it is Harry Potter like.
The last thing I didn't really like was the whole prophecy, the book was going so well at the end but then they mention a prophecy and it was a huge downer. I just think it's too cliche, it's the same prophecy we see everywhere, they are the key to stopping the great evil as told in this ancient scripture. I don't think this book needs a prophecy, I have confidence the author has the skill to get around having a cliche prophecy to fuel the story.
I really like this book and can't wait to see what happens to these characters next. I won this book in a Good Reads First Reads Giveaway.
February 18, 2015
I received a free kindle copy of Wizard Blues by Steven A. Simpson & published by Create Space from the author in exchange for a fair review. I gave it four stars.
Twin brothers Emissir and Delothir lose their parents to a landslide & afterwards are taken to a isolated island where they are taught magic. Upon completing school, their names are changed to Skye & Ocean. When they graduate they will have a great magical power, only they must give up their youth. Somehow they still remain young but must disguise themselves so they can appear to be wise old wizards. Can they accomplish this without being found out? Can they use magic to help the peoples of the land?
"The wizards of Raveross were warrior priests, as adept at combat as they were at healing. At the university they were taught by the arms master to combine weapons with magic in their attack and defense, making them opponents that few but another wizard could match."
They discovered that maintaining the illusion of being old wizards took a lot of energy & left them ravenous all the time. They decided to let the illusion slip at night while they were sleeping.
“This I know,” said Ocean with vehemence, “life runs not in an obvious and straight line. Plans that seemed straight, clear, and simple as we received our orders on Raveross or sailed here may no longer be so. We begin to put a face on people’s struggles in Sunderland. One of those faces is that of a young dwarf who is far from home and fears he will never see his father again. The best we can do is give hope to the people we meet on the road and treat them with compassion."
In the mines, there are dwarves held captive by some 'manlike' beast that can melt rock with its hands. It can also detect weapons & plan ahead for meals. It also uses lamps unlike any animals they knew. So Skye & Ocean will be in the battle for their lives.
Traveling together Ocean & Sky realized that: "Like the relationship between two peoples, the road was at times smooth & level, other times broken down to little more than a thin stony path." Excellent description of the vagaries of relationships.
Thorgal's exhortation to the bailiffs: “Do ya know what you’re doing? Have ya not lost someone yourselves? Are ya nought but sheep?” The bailiffs behind the leader looked a bit embarrassed, shifting uneasily, but remained silent.
“So, it’s my job to think things through and yours to charge off, regardless of the consequences?” said Sky. “I don’t charge off, I pursue aggressively. Time was critical, as we just saw, and we came too late." Sounds like Ocean had a rational answer for all his actions.
Multi-talented author Steven A. Simpson is also the illustrator of the fantasy art work on the book jacket. I recommend this debut novel for young adults interested in magic & fantasy.
Link to purchase: http://www.amazon.com/Wizard-Blues-St...
Twin brothers Emissir and Delothir lose their parents to a landslide & afterwards are taken to a isolated island where they are taught magic. Upon completing school, their names are changed to Skye & Ocean. When they graduate they will have a great magical power, only they must give up their youth. Somehow they still remain young but must disguise themselves so they can appear to be wise old wizards. Can they accomplish this without being found out? Can they use magic to help the peoples of the land?
"The wizards of Raveross were warrior priests, as adept at combat as they were at healing. At the university they were taught by the arms master to combine weapons with magic in their attack and defense, making them opponents that few but another wizard could match."
They discovered that maintaining the illusion of being old wizards took a lot of energy & left them ravenous all the time. They decided to let the illusion slip at night while they were sleeping.
“This I know,” said Ocean with vehemence, “life runs not in an obvious and straight line. Plans that seemed straight, clear, and simple as we received our orders on Raveross or sailed here may no longer be so. We begin to put a face on people’s struggles in Sunderland. One of those faces is that of a young dwarf who is far from home and fears he will never see his father again. The best we can do is give hope to the people we meet on the road and treat them with compassion."
In the mines, there are dwarves held captive by some 'manlike' beast that can melt rock with its hands. It can also detect weapons & plan ahead for meals. It also uses lamps unlike any animals they knew. So Skye & Ocean will be in the battle for their lives.
Traveling together Ocean & Sky realized that: "Like the relationship between two peoples, the road was at times smooth & level, other times broken down to little more than a thin stony path." Excellent description of the vagaries of relationships.
Thorgal's exhortation to the bailiffs: “Do ya know what you’re doing? Have ya not lost someone yourselves? Are ya nought but sheep?” The bailiffs behind the leader looked a bit embarrassed, shifting uneasily, but remained silent.
“So, it’s my job to think things through and yours to charge off, regardless of the consequences?” said Sky. “I don’t charge off, I pursue aggressively. Time was critical, as we just saw, and we came too late." Sounds like Ocean had a rational answer for all his actions.
Multi-talented author Steven A. Simpson is also the illustrator of the fantasy art work on the book jacket. I recommend this debut novel for young adults interested in magic & fantasy.
Link to purchase: http://www.amazon.com/Wizard-Blues-St...
February 25, 2015
Good fantasy tale
Inspired by The Lord of the Rings books, Wizard Blues follows two newly-minted wizards as they help a city of dwarves fight a sort of Balrog figure who turns out to be an ancient dwarf who was tortured and changed by the "Evil in the East."
The second half of the book is thoroughly engrossing, a fast-paced battle inside the miners' mountain.
The book has a few typos and formatting errors, but the part that really threw me was the change in diction level in the brothers' dialog. Most of their speech is quite formal, like "'By the gods, that thing seems hotter than the forge of Lorech,' exclaimed Sky." So the inclusion of modern swear words in a sentence like "Don't call me f**king Father!" seems out of place and distracting.
Inspired by The Lord of the Rings books, Wizard Blues follows two newly-minted wizards as they help a city of dwarves fight a sort of Balrog figure who turns out to be an ancient dwarf who was tortured and changed by the "Evil in the East."
The second half of the book is thoroughly engrossing, a fast-paced battle inside the miners' mountain.
The book has a few typos and formatting errors, but the part that really threw me was the change in diction level in the brothers' dialog. Most of their speech is quite formal, like "'By the gods, that thing seems hotter than the forge of Lorech,' exclaimed Sky." So the inclusion of modern swear words in a sentence like "Don't call me f**king Father!" seems out of place and distracting.
October 1, 2015
Magic, danger, and short people who love gold: what else could you want from a fantasy novel? This novel by Steven Simpson follows two brothers in their journey to help a small dwarven city plagued by an elusive and murderous beast. I absolutely loved this novel from its interesting and lovable characters, to its beautiful and detailed settings. Unfortunately, the beautiful descriptions of the setting do slow the book's pace at some points. Overall, for Steven Simpson's first novel, it is a truly astounding read. This book is perfect for anyone who enjoys the fantasy genre and I couldn't recommend it more.
January 7, 2015
I really enjoyed this story!
The relationship between the two brothers is very well defined: they laugh, they fight, they love each other unconditionally. They leave their school with great pride and hope for their adventures to come.
But their first real test proves harder than they imagined. The suspense in the mines was played out wonderfully. What will become of the brothers now? And what is this mysterious prophecy?
The relationship between the two brothers is very well defined: they laugh, they fight, they love each other unconditionally. They leave their school with great pride and hope for their adventures to come.
But their first real test proves harder than they imagined. The suspense in the mines was played out wonderfully. What will become of the brothers now? And what is this mysterious prophecy?
December 13, 2014
Disclaimer: I received this book from a first-read giveaway.
Steve Simpson has a winner on his hands! I love the writing style and the blend of humor and seriousness allows the reader to appreciate the situation of the two brothers as they come to terms with their powers (and the responsibilities accompanying them) without feeling overwhelmed. I would love to see this turn into a series!
Steve Simpson has a winner on his hands! I love the writing style and the blend of humor and seriousness allows the reader to appreciate the situation of the two brothers as they come to terms with their powers (and the responsibilities accompanying them) without feeling overwhelmed. I would love to see this turn into a series!
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