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Dawnbringer #1
Eclipse: Dawnbringer, Book 1
Dawn's destiny is about to change.
She is a Halfling (half-Fae, half-human) who would much rather lead a normal life in botany helping plants flourish.
A strange eclipse and a recurring dream of a light-harnessing Pixie in a castle signal a threat that can end the magical balance and the mortal world.
The Council of The Enlightened and the gods themselves would much rather she perish.
Can she harness the light source within?
This audiobook includes both the prequel book, Eclipse and the second book, The East Gate.
She is a Halfling (half-Fae, half-human) who would much rather lead a normal life in botany helping plants flourish.
A strange eclipse and a recurring dream of a light-harnessing Pixie in a castle signal a threat that can end the magical balance and the mortal world.
The Council of The Enlightened and the gods themselves would much rather she perish.
Can she harness the light source within?
This audiobook includes both the prequel book, Eclipse and the second book, The East Gate.
- GenresFae
Audible Audio
Published April 26, 2021
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About the author
Elon Vidal
26 books12 followersElon Vidal writes YA fiction and is the author of Lightkey: The Intrepid Lucy Duceaul, Dawnbringer, and The Indomitable Ella Larisse Series. He is a life enthusiast, a dreamer, and an adventurer at heart. In his view, we are at the dawn of an era created with light. Welcome to the Light Ages!
He looks for the best in people, and is way more comfortable in the role of an observer. No wonder photography is also an interest of his, looking for beauty and composition in all things. He is inspired to create stories around ideas of Innovation, Sustainability, and Peace. After all, our everyday choices will make the world a better place.
Elon enjoys travelling the world and feels honoured to have been welcomed in over 40 countries, and counting. He lives in his home base in Barcelona.
He looks for the best in people, and is way more comfortable in the role of an observer. No wonder photography is also an interest of his, looking for beauty and composition in all things. He is inspired to create stories around ideas of Innovation, Sustainability, and Peace. After all, our everyday choices will make the world a better place.
Elon enjoys travelling the world and feels honoured to have been welcomed in over 40 countries, and counting. He lives in his home base in Barcelona.
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December 22, 2020
Elon Vidal’s “Eclipse” is a very promising book, the first in his new fantasy series “Dawnbringer”. The story follows Dawn (FMC), a Halfling, with dual human and Fae heritage, who would rather have an uneventful life, surrounded by the plants she loves. But fate has other plans, involving a rare eclipse and Dawn’s recurring light-harnessing dream, which puts her in the radar not only of the Council of the Enlightened but the Gods themselves, and in mortal danger.
Elon Vidal has written a captivating story, that despite its shortness (barely over 60 pages), offers an interesting and fully satisfactory plot , rich in emotions and nuances. A perfect introduction to the series.
Elon Vidal has written a captivating story, that despite its shortness (barely over 60 pages), offers an interesting and fully satisfactory plot , rich in emotions and nuances. A perfect introduction to the series.
January 26, 2021
It intrigued me enough to buy book 2
Usually if it is a short “prelude” type book I don’t even download it. That is point one of the author. Point two was that I didn’t want to put it down after I started. Point 3 was I wasn’t even annoyed where it ended I just wanted to know more. Point 4 was he even got me to look at book 2. Point 5 was that I downloaded book 2. It’s an intriguing plot line and I’m interested to see where it goes. So much so that I ignored my rules and typical dismissal of fee prelude books; especially those that aren’t labeled as such.
Usually if it is a short “prelude” type book I don’t even download it. That is point one of the author. Point two was that I didn’t want to put it down after I started. Point 3 was I wasn’t even annoyed where it ended I just wanted to know more. Point 4 was he even got me to look at book 2. Point 5 was that I downloaded book 2. It’s an intriguing plot line and I’m interested to see where it goes. So much so that I ignored my rules and typical dismissal of fee prelude books; especially those that aren’t labeled as such.
June 12, 2021
It's disappointing: it doesn't quite live up to the blurb as it ends before the Council or the gods actually make any pronouncements. I don't see why some authors chose to release broken stories. There seems to be some belief that it encourages readers to buy more. For me, it is just the opposite. It leads me to question whether the author is capable of writing a complete story. And that is just what I feel about this fragment.
Easy-to-read. Entertaining. Haunting. Tragic. Twisted. Unpredictable. Wonderful characters.
Easy-to-read. Entertaining. Haunting. Tragic. Twisted. Unpredictable. Wonderful characters.
May 15, 2023
I really enjoyed this prequel teaser. Dawn is s half-ling with no powers aside from a love and affinity for botany(plants and herbs)
I say this is a "teaser" instead of prequel because there is really no ending to this. No story within a story. It's literally a teaser, which is fine! Dawn is thrust onto a magical mess and this teaser does what it's supposed to: makes you want to know how Dawn's life turns out and to know more about this world. That's the intention to give you just enough info to intrigue.
I say this is a "teaser" instead of prequel because there is really no ending to this. No story within a story. It's literally a teaser, which is fine! Dawn is thrust onto a magical mess and this teaser does what it's supposed to: makes you want to know how Dawn's life turns out and to know more about this world. That's the intention to give you just enough info to intrigue.
December 15, 2020
This is a quick read that definitely draws you in and when you get to the last page your like dam I want more . Says alot about this short read because now you know you have to get the next part of this story .
So go ahead and grab this book , yes it's short but when your done reading this you will be looking for book 2 which comes out in a few weeks. So buy this book , read it , love it , and then review it , reviews help authors way more than you know . So go buy it now lol .
So go ahead and grab this book , yes it's short but when your done reading this you will be looking for book 2 which comes out in a few weeks. So buy this book , read it , love it , and then review it , reviews help authors way more than you know . So go buy it now lol .
December 17, 2020
I absolutely loved this book! I loved the characters and the story itself. I was so pulled into this book that i found myself riding along through the characters journey. I went on a wonderful journey and experienced all of the emotions imaginable. I laughed, and i cried, and i felt a number of others as well. I must say that i thoroughly enjoyed it and i did not want it to end. If you like this genre i am positive that you will love this book! 😁
March 26, 2021
Eclipse is a great introduction to the characters and the storyline. I love the concept and I'm definitely interested in seeing what's to come.
The book could do with some editing and polishing. The formatting was not consistent throughout, and there were quite a few places where there were typos or missing words (ie. sacred instead of scared). A couple of times it was distracting enough that I had to stop and try to figure out what the intention was.
Overall, a decent story.
The book could do with some editing and polishing. The formatting was not consistent throughout, and there were quite a few places where there were typos or missing words (ie. sacred instead of scared). A couple of times it was distracting enough that I had to stop and try to figure out what the intention was.
Overall, a decent story.
August 19, 2022
3.5 stars rounded up
Dawn's story was interesting, but the reader is thrown in the middle of an established world without any background information and there aren't enough pages for it to be expanded on. The dream sequence was confusing and doesn't seem like it goes with the rest of the story, and the problem doesn't actually get resolved. I do plan on reading the next book, but I'm not in any rush.
Dawn's story was interesting, but the reader is thrown in the middle of an established world without any background information and there aren't enough pages for it to be expanded on. The dream sequence was confusing and doesn't seem like it goes with the rest of the story, and the problem doesn't actually get resolved. I do plan on reading the next book, but I'm not in any rush.
January 26, 2021
Eclipse is a great introduction to Dawn & her family. 4.5 stars
I know I shouldn't be so disappointed, but this story just introduced the main characters and then just poofed... quit as soon as the story got interesting. Fortunately, I purchased the second book in the series already, so I can start it now. Catch up with you there!
I know I shouldn't be so disappointed, but this story just introduced the main characters and then just poofed... quit as soon as the story got interesting. Fortunately, I purchased the second book in the series already, so I can start it now. Catch up with you there!
June 19, 2021
Great story line but the grammar and errors like missing words takes away from the experience.
When you have a good story you don't want to lose your readers due to bad editing. This story is interesting and I like the details. It doesn't skip around and flows smoothly. I would probably have given it 4 or 5 stars of not for getting frustrated with the errors.
When you have a good story you don't want to lose your readers due to bad editing. This story is interesting and I like the details. It doesn't skip around and flows smoothly. I would probably have given it 4 or 5 stars of not for getting frustrated with the errors.
December 18, 2020
Dawn arising?
A good opening story to what appears to be an exciting series. The plot involves Dawn a half-ling, half fae and half human. She begins to dream a strange vision and it scares her.
A good opening story to what appears to be an exciting series. The plot involves Dawn a half-ling, half fae and half human. She begins to dream a strange vision and it scares her.
December 24, 2020
Teaser indeed
Good short teaser....but doesn't leave one satisfied it needed more beef and sad that it's as the author said"to wet your appetite to buy the full book" but 5 stars for what is here
Good short teaser....but doesn't leave one satisfied it needed more beef and sad that it's as the author said"to wet your appetite to buy the full book" but 5 stars for what is here
May 14, 2021
Great Quick Read
I enjoyed the light hearted nature of the young characters. How the protagonist wanted to keep her mother and father together, something that most younger people and even adults can relate too.
Urban fantasy... I’m very curious to read the next part of the story.
I enjoyed the light hearted nature of the young characters. How the protagonist wanted to keep her mother and father together, something that most younger people and even adults can relate too.
Urban fantasy... I’m very curious to read the next part of the story.
July 26, 2021
Eclipse Review
A "teaser" short story into the life of Dawn who is a halfling (half fae and half human). A well-written promising series. My first read by this author. I will be reading more. I recommend this book.
A "teaser" short story into the life of Dawn who is a halfling (half fae and half human). A well-written promising series. My first read by this author. I will be reading more. I recommend this book.
October 29, 2021
A Short Teaser
This introduces the series to follow. It's short, introduces the characters & the background to Dawn's mysterious power, one which she herself isn't sure of. The questions she has get us involved as we want to know what is in store for her.
This introduces the series to follow. It's short, introduces the characters & the background to Dawn's mysterious power, one which she herself isn't sure of. The questions she has get us involved as we want to know what is in store for her.
December 25, 2020
It's not a book
Sorry its an hours read not a book. Though its a good teaser for the actual books, shows promise. Character development will be interesting.
Sorry its an hours read not a book. Though its a good teaser for the actual books, shows promise. Character development will be interesting.
January 19, 2021
Very Interesting Teaser
Unusual introduction to a series which really leaves the reader hangin. Can’t wait to see what is developing on several planes
Unusual introduction to a series which really leaves the reader hangin. Can’t wait to see what is developing on several planes
March 24, 2021
Brilliant book, wasn't able to put it down, would recommend it to everyone
May 23, 2021
Good
A teaser preview of the Dawnbringer series, this introduces the main character, the half Fae Dawn, and her friends and family.
A teaser preview of the Dawnbringer series, this introduces the main character, the half Fae Dawn, and her friends and family.
July 2, 2021
Nice and enjoyable book to read but just when it gets exciting the book ends. It is a good start for the next book which I am eager to read now.
August 23, 2021
This would have been a decent story to read if not for the tons of typos and graphical errors. Proof reading and editing are not steps to be skiped!!!
September 11, 2021
A mystery ?
Interesting beginning- as powers manifest in a halfling that was totally unexpected- looking forward to delving into the rest of the story.
Interesting beginning- as powers manifest in a halfling that was totally unexpected- looking forward to delving into the rest of the story.
September 25, 2021
Excellent short book
The book did exactly what it was supposed to do, it got me hooked and I can't wait to read more. I really like this book and I highly recommend it.
The book did exactly what it was supposed to do, it got me hooked and I can't wait to read more. I really like this book and I highly recommend it.
September 29, 2021
Hey! Really fine this story have fantasy.
August 6, 2025
Young school girl magically coming of age story. Free book short novelette. Read with the Alexa audio assist application.
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