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Cycle of Dragons #5
The Restored Dragon: Cycle of Dragons, Book 5
A new cycle has formed, but it might not be enough to stop the spread of the murtar.
Ashan has returned to the Vard lands, becoming what his people claim him to a traitor. Now that he's connected to the power of Affellah, the king will stop at nothing to bring him back. That includes attacking Ashan's home and those he cares about.
Once again, he must leave the Vard lands before he can fully understand the power of Affellah. Saving his people has already meant betrayal. Can he still find a way to be their Servant?
An action-packed fantasy adventure that continues the saga of the Cycle of Dragons.
Ashan has returned to the Vard lands, becoming what his people claim him to a traitor. Now that he's connected to the power of Affellah, the king will stop at nothing to bring him back. That includes attacking Ashan's home and those he cares about.
Once again, he must leave the Vard lands before he can fully understand the power of Affellah. Saving his people has already meant betrayal. Can he still find a way to be their Servant?
An action-packed fantasy adventure that continues the saga of the Cycle of Dragons.
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Published May 24, 2022
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December 26, 2021
Really, Astoundingly Not Very Good
I hate leaving reviews. They’re a waste of time generally and you don’t really care what I think so this isn’t about how smart I am or insightful or anything really.
I just thought you guys should know that this series is trash.
Whole thing could have been a pamphlet. It’s SO repetitive and drones on, each breakthrough happens in entirely the same way, the stakes wouldn’t harm a vampire and the character are flatter than boards.
This is a book that makes smart people dumber. Good day.
I hate leaving reviews. They’re a waste of time generally and you don’t really care what I think so this isn’t about how smart I am or insightful or anything really.
I just thought you guys should know that this series is trash.
Whole thing could have been a pamphlet. It’s SO repetitive and drones on, each breakthrough happens in entirely the same way, the stakes wouldn’t harm a vampire and the character are flatter than boards.
This is a book that makes smart people dumber. Good day.
October 15, 2023
This book must repeat the words “open yourself to Affellah” no less than 1000 times. Finally we see some characters reintroduced. Limited action, character development and again editing difficulties confusing at multiple points. The themes in this series are overly redundant with no change EVER. I can’t bring myself to read the last book it’s been such a struggle to get through the past few.
May 31, 2022
Repetitive and spelling/grammar errors
Overall good continuation of the story. But really feeling the repetition and being distracted by spelling and grammar errors is making reading an enjoyable. I can't understand if the authors are trying to emphasize the Point of it being a cycle of dragons and other powers by talking so repetitively, like in circles. But it is tiring and would send me to sleep. I want to know how the story ends but also feeling uninterested and continuing reading.
Overall good continuation of the story. But really feeling the repetition and being distracted by spelling and grammar errors is making reading an enjoyable. I can't understand if the authors are trying to emphasize the Point of it being a cycle of dragons and other powers by talking so repetitively, like in circles. But it is tiring and would send me to sleep. I want to know how the story ends but also feeling uninterested and continuing reading.
November 11, 2021
disappointing
The quality of the writing in the series really went down hill with this book: Grammatical mistakes, odd jumps in the story line, circular and vague descriptions and no reasoning behind the constant just in time increases in the main character’s power.
The quality of the writing in the series really went down hill with this book: Grammatical mistakes, odd jumps in the story line, circular and vague descriptions and no reasoning behind the constant just in time increases in the main character’s power.
March 10, 2026
2.5 - 3 Stars
The Restored Dragon is the fifth book in The Cycle of Dragons series by Dan Michaelson & D.K. Holmberg. (But, this is my least favourite book of the series, so far).
This series is an engaging blend of epic fantasy, coming-of-age adventure, and high-stakes magic. We enter a world where dragons are not just mythical beasts but deeply woven into the fate of kingdoms and the growth of the MC.
From the first book, we are drawn into Ashan’s journey from an inexperienced student to someone with immense potential. The author balances action-packed battles with quieter moments of introspection.
The pacing is brisk, with each installment building on the last, raising both the emotional and political stakes.
Here, the magic system really shone – where the connection between dragon mages and their dragons felt both mystical and yet still grounded, which made the stakes of each magical encounter more believable. The dragons themselves are more than just weapons of war - they have personalities, histories, and a sense of mystery that kept me turning pages.
Happy Reading…
The Restored Dragon is the fifth book in The Cycle of Dragons series by Dan Michaelson & D.K. Holmberg. (But, this is my least favourite book of the series, so far).
This series is an engaging blend of epic fantasy, coming-of-age adventure, and high-stakes magic. We enter a world where dragons are not just mythical beasts but deeply woven into the fate of kingdoms and the growth of the MC.
From the first book, we are drawn into Ashan’s journey from an inexperienced student to someone with immense potential. The author balances action-packed battles with quieter moments of introspection.
The pacing is brisk, with each installment building on the last, raising both the emotional and political stakes.
Here, the magic system really shone – where the connection between dragon mages and their dragons felt both mystical and yet still grounded, which made the stakes of each magical encounter more believable. The dragons themselves are more than just weapons of war - they have personalities, histories, and a sense of mystery that kept me turning pages.
Happy Reading…
May 15, 2025
Great story
This story is filled with vivid descriptions and details. Many great characters and many vivid emotions. But the story needs to be pulled from the market and a professional editor needs to correct the Many errors. I have stayed and enjoyed all the books and I am going into the last, but truly wish the authors cared enough for the readers now that they are popular, to fix this Wonderful story and not let people write hate reviews. It has many worth while messages in it.
This story is filled with vivid descriptions and details. Many great characters and many vivid emotions. But the story needs to be pulled from the market and a professional editor needs to correct the Many errors. I have stayed and enjoyed all the books and I am going into the last, but truly wish the authors cared enough for the readers now that they are popular, to fix this Wonderful story and not let people write hate reviews. It has many worth while messages in it.
April 30, 2024
Great storyline but…
A great storyline that keeps you invested but come on, the protagonist is sooo wimpy. I can’t, I won’t, I’m scared. We all know where the story will lead but it takes a while to develop.
A great storyline that keeps you invested but come on, the protagonist is sooo wimpy. I can’t, I won’t, I’m scared. We all know where the story will lead but it takes a while to develop.
November 18, 2021
Loved it
Love this series and can't wait until the last book to see where Ashan and Asanley go on their next journey.
Love this series and can't wait until the last book to see where Ashan and Asanley go on their next journey.
February 22, 2022
Excellent book
I can't wait to read the next one in this series. I hope this wasn't the last one. This was very entertaining.
I can't wait to read the next one in this series. I hope this wasn't the last one. This was very entertaining.
July 9, 2022
Dropped.
August 15, 2022
frustrating
So much repetition of phrases it spoiled the flow of the story. Still a really good story so will read the final part
So much repetition of phrases it spoiled the flow of the story. Still a really good story so will read the final part
August 19, 2024
A good read.
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