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Rites of Heirdron: Book 1
They poisoned his planet, massacred his people, and violated his mother. Now, they're coming for him.
A bastard prince born to a dishonored queen, Zrahnz is the last hope of a dying world nearly decimated after a treacherous interplanetary betrayal. He struggles to reclaim his legitimacy as a ruler and for his planet's survival. But as he endeavors to unravel the manipulations of the past, a debilitating illness threatens his sanity and his life. If he cannot save himself, his planet will succumb to the corrupt intergalactic alliances aligned against them.
The irrepressible allure he feels for an Earth-born visitor, Itanya, threatens to overwhelm him, yet through her, Zrahnz discovers the secret that can ease the devastating agony of his illness. Could she be the key to his survival and the future of Triaxeyn?
With Q-1 Raydren at his side, and with the influence of the Oracles, he discovers corrupted truths and a forgotten prophecy. But he must make a crucial, life-saving decision, or else his people and everyone he loves could be destroyed.
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A bastard prince born to a dishonored queen, Zrahnz is the last hope of a dying world nearly decimated after a treacherous interplanetary betrayal. He struggles to reclaim his legitimacy as a ruler and for his planet's survival. But as he endeavors to unravel the manipulations of the past, a debilitating illness threatens his sanity and his life. If he cannot save himself, his planet will succumb to the corrupt intergalactic alliances aligned against them.
The irrepressible allure he feels for an Earth-born visitor, Itanya, threatens to overwhelm him, yet through her, Zrahnz discovers the secret that can ease the devastating agony of his illness. Could she be the key to his survival and the future of Triaxeyn?
With Q-1 Raydren at his side, and with the influence of the Oracles, he discovers corrupted truths and a forgotten prophecy. But he must make a crucial, life-saving decision, or else his people and everyone he loves could be destroyed.
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January 16, 2018
When I first won this book, I didn’t know what to expect. Most science fiction romances are similar with not much to the plot. Not this one! Rites of Heirdron is reminiscent of an epic fantasy with futuristic elements. I loved it!
Zrahnz’s struggles are heart-wrenching and I couldn’t decide if I loved him or Q-1 Raydren more. In actuality, there’s more than one romance in this novel. That was an unexpected pleasure and added more to the depth of not only the plot, but also the characters.
Itanya was another great character. At first, I wasn’t sure what to think about her being a part of his “laranhge.” (That’s the equivalent of a harem). As the story progressed, I fell in love with her and realized she was one of the most intriguing and important characters in the story. I can’t wait to find out everything about her past and family.
There’s so many aspects to this story with mind manipulators, shadow whisperers, core beings, spirit wielders, oracles, and many more, Rites of Heirdron is filled with intrigue, twists, and action.
The influence of the shadow whisperers was dynamic! I'm hoping for much more of them in the next book.
In conclusion, I’m thrilled to recommend this book 100%! It’s not your average science fantasy romance and will leave you wanting more!
Zrahnz’s struggles are heart-wrenching and I couldn’t decide if I loved him or Q-1 Raydren more. In actuality, there’s more than one romance in this novel. That was an unexpected pleasure and added more to the depth of not only the plot, but also the characters.
Itanya was another great character. At first, I wasn’t sure what to think about her being a part of his “laranhge.” (That’s the equivalent of a harem). As the story progressed, I fell in love with her and realized she was one of the most intriguing and important characters in the story. I can’t wait to find out everything about her past and family.
There’s so many aspects to this story with mind manipulators, shadow whisperers, core beings, spirit wielders, oracles, and many more, Rites of Heirdron is filled with intrigue, twists, and action.
The influence of the shadow whisperers was dynamic! I'm hoping for much more of them in the next book.
In conclusion, I’m thrilled to recommend this book 100%! It’s not your average science fantasy romance and will leave you wanting more!
July 18, 2017
Rites of Heirdron is a science fantasy romance that takes place on a desecrated planet, where a bastard prince comes of age only to find himself in a struggle to reclaim his legitimacy, his health and, ultimately, his life. It seems his only hope is the love of Itanya, an Earth-born woman who it seems Zrahnz is fated to be with. But while Zrahnz and Itanya explore their love, deceptions of the past crop up to ensnare them in a tangled future, not just for themselves, but for the planet of Traixeyn.
Rites of Heirdron is a beautiful story of love, compassion, betrayal and redemption written by a talented author who pens characters that exude emotion on the page. This novel is enthralling, seamlessly blending plot, theme, and character into a journey that is a delight that is hard to put down. (I was actually quite frustrated that I left my copy half-finished in my hotel room and had to wait until a new copy arrived to discover how this story would end!)
I highly recommend Rites of Heirdron for an adult audience who appreciates complex, conflicted characters, twisting subplots, and sensual prose that speeds your pulse.
Rites of Heirdron is a beautiful story of love, compassion, betrayal and redemption written by a talented author who pens characters that exude emotion on the page. This novel is enthralling, seamlessly blending plot, theme, and character into a journey that is a delight that is hard to put down. (I was actually quite frustrated that I left my copy half-finished in my hotel room and had to wait until a new copy arrived to discover how this story would end!)
I highly recommend Rites of Heirdron for an adult audience who appreciates complex, conflicted characters, twisting subplots, and sensual prose that speeds your pulse.
February 6, 2018
Zrahnz's world has been mostly destroyed. He is deemed a bastard because of a bad bargain his grandfather made with the ruler of a neighboring planet. Unless he receives the Rites of Heirdron soon, he will not survive. Still, he seeks ways to save his people and tries to understand his fascination with the Earthling woman, Itanya. She calms him in a way that his concubines do not and he doesn't understand why she should be the one to ease his pain.
The worlds here are complex and there are a lot of characters to follow, but it is well worth it. The Rites of Heirdron has a plotline that draws the reader in and builds as the story progresses. I took my time reading this book, enjoying the different threads that interweave to make an enthralling story. There are sexual situations, political intrigue, personal growth, and a bit of 'magic'/psychic abilities that keep the storyline moving at a steady pace. This is not straight science fiction; there is some romance and some fantasy mixed into the plot which makes it different and very intriguing.
I was happy to see that this is Volume I; I can't wait for the next book in the series.
The worlds here are complex and there are a lot of characters to follow, but it is well worth it. The Rites of Heirdron has a plotline that draws the reader in and builds as the story progresses. I took my time reading this book, enjoying the different threads that interweave to make an enthralling story. There are sexual situations, political intrigue, personal growth, and a bit of 'magic'/psychic abilities that keep the storyline moving at a steady pace. This is not straight science fiction; there is some romance and some fantasy mixed into the plot which makes it different and very intriguing.
I was happy to see that this is Volume I; I can't wait for the next book in the series.
October 19, 2017
The author has labeled this book a Science-Fantasy Romance, and I think that moniker aptly describes what this book is all about. While I'm not generally a fan of romance novels, I found this exciting enough to keep reading, and I was astounded by how well it is written and how intricate and detailed, how complex, the characters are.
The author has a vivid and prolific imagination and a great mastery of the prose for this type of novel. The intricasies of the political environment portrayed are very complex and filled with mysterious intrigue and suprises. The plot also has a plentiful share of astonishing developments that make the story a page turner.
All in all, this is a great book, and I have no doubt fantasy and science-fiction romance lovers will find it satisfying and captivating. The audio book was narrated wonderfully, and made for some fantastic listening. I recommend this book to all romance lovers.
The author has a vivid and prolific imagination and a great mastery of the prose for this type of novel. The intricasies of the political environment portrayed are very complex and filled with mysterious intrigue and suprises. The plot also has a plentiful share of astonishing developments that make the story a page turner.
All in all, this is a great book, and I have no doubt fantasy and science-fiction romance lovers will find it satisfying and captivating. The audio book was narrated wonderfully, and made for some fantastic listening. I recommend this book to all romance lovers.
April 16, 2018
Reviewed on audible:
Would you listen to Rites of Heirdron again? Why?
Absolutely yes! The story is compelling and the narration and voicing by Mr. Bevine is excellent. This is my first buy of an audio novel (I've listened to several nonfiction titles before) and I've been very pleasantly surprised by how easy it is to follow along with the audible version, even though I can't listen for very long periods at one time. Turn it on again, and I pick right up where I left off! I don't know if that's all because of the author's talent, or the narrator. Either way, it's a great combination.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Rites of Heirdron?
It's very hard to point to just one moment, mainly because one of the main themes of the story -- the love story with Prince Zranz and Itanya, a woman from Earth -- moves so smoothly and is interwoven so skillfully with the subplots and other characters. I'm an engineer, and sadly not much of a romantic, but sharing the budding of their deep love and commitment in the midst of great trials was moving through and through. Bevine does a great job in bringing the emotions to life as they develop with the plot.
What does Victor Bevine bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
I think Bevine has helped my appreciation in two ways. First, like I mentioned before, he really projects the emotions that the characters are experiencing. It's almost like hearing it in real time. He makes it very believable! Second, I have a bad habit of starting to skim when I get in the middle of a page-turner like Rites of Heirdron. The narration forces me to keep a more consistent pace and allows me to better appreciate some of the nuances and details of the scenes and plot twists that are packed into the story.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Towards the end of the novel, the prince is attacked in a completely unforeseen move by one of the minor characters, and Itanya instinctively and heroically reacts. Don't want to say more about it, because I don't want to provide a spoiler, but the betrayal and Itanya's selfless reaction to it were very moving.
Any additional comments?
I've enjoyed this audible book so much I've started through it again; not because I'm afraid I might have missed something, but just because it was so enjoyable that I want to do it all again. My only fear at this point is that this sets the bar so high I hope I won't be disappointed by the sequel or by other Audible books. I'm definitely going to research for other titles that Bevine narrates, he has a great voice and talent.
Would you listen to Rites of Heirdron again? Why?
Absolutely yes! The story is compelling and the narration and voicing by Mr. Bevine is excellent. This is my first buy of an audio novel (I've listened to several nonfiction titles before) and I've been very pleasantly surprised by how easy it is to follow along with the audible version, even though I can't listen for very long periods at one time. Turn it on again, and I pick right up where I left off! I don't know if that's all because of the author's talent, or the narrator. Either way, it's a great combination.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Rites of Heirdron?
It's very hard to point to just one moment, mainly because one of the main themes of the story -- the love story with Prince Zranz and Itanya, a woman from Earth -- moves so smoothly and is interwoven so skillfully with the subplots and other characters. I'm an engineer, and sadly not much of a romantic, but sharing the budding of their deep love and commitment in the midst of great trials was moving through and through. Bevine does a great job in bringing the emotions to life as they develop with the plot.
What does Victor Bevine bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
I think Bevine has helped my appreciation in two ways. First, like I mentioned before, he really projects the emotions that the characters are experiencing. It's almost like hearing it in real time. He makes it very believable! Second, I have a bad habit of starting to skim when I get in the middle of a page-turner like Rites of Heirdron. The narration forces me to keep a more consistent pace and allows me to better appreciate some of the nuances and details of the scenes and plot twists that are packed into the story.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Towards the end of the novel, the prince is attacked in a completely unforeseen move by one of the minor characters, and Itanya instinctively and heroically reacts. Don't want to say more about it, because I don't want to provide a spoiler, but the betrayal and Itanya's selfless reaction to it were very moving.
Any additional comments?
I've enjoyed this audible book so much I've started through it again; not because I'm afraid I might have missed something, but just because it was so enjoyable that I want to do it all again. My only fear at this point is that this sets the bar so high I hope I won't be disappointed by the sequel or by other Audible books. I'm definitely going to research for other titles that Bevine narrates, he has a great voice and talent.
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