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Fate of the God Stones
Where have all the old gods gone? What happens when new gods start hatching?
In a world where gods once lived among humans, the Skalven people are starving. The Crown is convinced the gods are to blame for the misfortunes of the entire kingdom. Prince Landis Larsen is sent into the tribal lands to retrieve a mythical dragon egg so the Skalve can wage war with the gods when they are forced to return for their treasure.
Landis fails. Reeling from a rogue wave and harried by his treasonous army, Landis is forced to form an unlikely alliance with Meara, the tribal girl entrusted with the dragon egg’s protection. When the dragon egg hatches, it unveils a world where gods and humans are intertwined. Loyalties are challenged and destinies reshape on a journey to unite new gods with the old and save the natural landscape from destruction by its own people.
In a world where gods once lived among humans, the Skalven people are starving. The Crown is convinced the gods are to blame for the misfortunes of the entire kingdom. Prince Landis Larsen is sent into the tribal lands to retrieve a mythical dragon egg so the Skalve can wage war with the gods when they are forced to return for their treasure.
Landis fails. Reeling from a rogue wave and harried by his treasonous army, Landis is forced to form an unlikely alliance with Meara, the tribal girl entrusted with the dragon egg’s protection. When the dragon egg hatches, it unveils a world where gods and humans are intertwined. Loyalties are challenged and destinies reshape on a journey to unite new gods with the old and save the natural landscape from destruction by its own people.
- GenresFantasy
337 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 29, 2025
About the author
Jennifer Abrahamsen
4 books34 followersJennifer Abrahamsen is a full time Mathematics educator in Blauvelt, New York. She holds a degree in mathematics, a post-graduate degree in Computer Science, and a second post-graduate degree in Literacy. Abrahamsen’s dream is to live in a realm where all of her students find wonder and excitement when seeing the intricate mathematical patterns found all around them. Until that realm is discovered, she lives in Port Jervis, New York with her husband, Phil.
When Abrahamsen is not grading papers or planning lessons, she enjoys reading, writing, crochet, embroidery, genealogy, creating chainmaille jewelry. dog obedience training and spending time with her Doberman/Springer Spaniel mix named Bernie, Golden Retriever/Boxer mix named Elske, and cat Stormy.
When Abrahamsen is not grading papers or planning lessons, she enjoys reading, writing, crochet, embroidery, genealogy, creating chainmaille jewelry. dog obedience training and spending time with her Doberman/Springer Spaniel mix named Bernie, Golden Retriever/Boxer mix named Elske, and cat Stormy.
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November 29, 2025
Audiobook (9 hours) narrated by Elena A. Steele
Publisher: Jennifer Abrahamsen
https://jsegaloff.wixsite.com/jennife...
Thank you, Jennifer! I was fortunate to be the lucky and willing recipient of an audiobook code for a free audiobook. I appreciate your willingness to allow me to spend some time in a world that you created on your dime with zero expectations, just a simple request for a review.
The narration is excellent. I couldn't find much information about Elena A. Steele, and as the author is self published, the possibility that Elena is early on in establishing their career is a strong possibility. I feel that this was a very good match and that if they continue on, it likely will just be a matter of time before we start seeing their name more and more.
The audio is flawless.
The performance is a 5.
Fate of the God Stones is an early book, for Jennifer Abrahamsen. I did post a link to her page that includes a young adult series that she previously published, as well as her own words about herself. It is worth a look to get a feel of this author. She seems interesting, fun, creative, and has some skill that she has clearly been working on for a while.
This is a young adult novel with interesting and inviting characters, as well as a dynamic, colorful world built for exploration. A perfect setup for the tale within.
This is a modern dragon story built using concepts that can be traced back to Dragonflight, which has been on my tbr list forever (I just changed it to audiobook format as I looked to check availability at my local library), and have been adapted and used in several epic fantasy stories including the recent popular Empyrean series that begins with Fourth Wing. I enjoyed Jennifer's writing style, as well as her choices as to who and how her dragon (or dragons, no spoilers here) would function and interact with the characters and the world.
I did feel that the book could have used another re-write to elevate or enhance or tighten up (really not sure exactly how to phrase this) the conversational parts of the story. It's not bad at all, there are just places where it seems a bit flat or just not quite hitting the right note to go along with what is going on. This also may be something that comes with time from writing stories and developing that skill that allows authors to somehow channel all of these voices. I will say that what is written is consistent, with the characters speech matching their given personalities.
As I was reading, I felt that this is really a great novel for young readers. As much as I enjoyed it now as an adult, my 12 year old self would have been in love with all of the things. I mean, as adventure🗺️ 🧭with a mythical🔮 dragon🐉🥚 egg, in a world where gods🔱🏛️⚡ live among us? Yes, please! 👍
Very enjoyable overall.
Happy reading!
📚🎧☕
Publisher: Jennifer Abrahamsen
https://jsegaloff.wixsite.com/jennife...
Thank you, Jennifer! I was fortunate to be the lucky and willing recipient of an audiobook code for a free audiobook. I appreciate your willingness to allow me to spend some time in a world that you created on your dime with zero expectations, just a simple request for a review.
The narration is excellent. I couldn't find much information about Elena A. Steele, and as the author is self published, the possibility that Elena is early on in establishing their career is a strong possibility. I feel that this was a very good match and that if they continue on, it likely will just be a matter of time before we start seeing their name more and more.
The audio is flawless.
The performance is a 5.
Fate of the God Stones is an early book, for Jennifer Abrahamsen. I did post a link to her page that includes a young adult series that she previously published, as well as her own words about herself. It is worth a look to get a feel of this author. She seems interesting, fun, creative, and has some skill that she has clearly been working on for a while.
This is a young adult novel with interesting and inviting characters, as well as a dynamic, colorful world built for exploration. A perfect setup for the tale within.
This is a modern dragon story built using concepts that can be traced back to Dragonflight, which has been on my tbr list forever (I just changed it to audiobook format as I looked to check availability at my local library), and have been adapted and used in several epic fantasy stories including the recent popular Empyrean series that begins with Fourth Wing. I enjoyed Jennifer's writing style, as well as her choices as to who and how her dragon (or dragons, no spoilers here) would function and interact with the characters and the world.
I did feel that the book could have used another re-write to elevate or enhance or tighten up (really not sure exactly how to phrase this) the conversational parts of the story. It's not bad at all, there are just places where it seems a bit flat or just not quite hitting the right note to go along with what is going on. This also may be something that comes with time from writing stories and developing that skill that allows authors to somehow channel all of these voices. I will say that what is written is consistent, with the characters speech matching their given personalities.
As I was reading, I felt that this is really a great novel for young readers. As much as I enjoyed it now as an adult, my 12 year old self would have been in love with all of the things. I mean, as adventure🗺️ 🧭with a mythical🔮 dragon🐉🥚 egg, in a world where gods🔱🏛️⚡ live among us? Yes, please! 👍
Very enjoyable overall.
Happy reading!
📚🎧☕
November 21, 2025
So this Author is my teacher…. And I absolutely loved her book I loved how it incorporated fantasy AND how it relates to real world problems
December 6, 2025
So many ‘dragon rider’ books have appeared over the last several decades that it is difficult to imagine how an author could come up with something fresh and new. Abrahamsen may have succeeded better than most.
Landis, the pampered, inept Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Skalve is put in charge a large military force. The objective is to recover certain artifacts from the ‘primitive tribes’ that surround them. The survival of the kingdom depends on their success.
A young female named Meara is the only person in her village who still faithfully tends to the ‘old gods.’ Spurned by all but the elderly woman who adopted her, she leads a rather bleak, solitary existence.
Just as Landis is about to steal the artifact, a natural disaster wipes out Meara’s tribe and most of his army. The two of them survive, along with the artifact, but they are stranded in the wilderness. They form an uneasy alliance, although each wants control of the artifact. Until the ‘artifact’ hatches into a baby dragon who immediately bonds with Meara.
Their journey begins with amusing feminist overtones and less-than-subtle digs at the ineptitude of privileged males. Tense situations are interspersed with fairly witty dialogue and funny situations as Landis struggles to overcome his pampered upbringing and Meara copes with the demands of nurturing a baby dragon.
Meara’s dragon grows larger and more dragons hatch or are encountered. As the story rotates through the different characters, the reader gains an understanding of their background and motivation. These are sometimes conveyed through unintentionally hilarious dialogue, as when a hardened ex-warrior declares, “The land is vast and home to an uncounted number of unchronicled creatures.”
This book is imaginative, but I found it to be overburdened with passages contrasting the ‘idea’ of environmentally ruinous imperialists with that of the faithful caretakers of the land, i.e., the original inhabitants. The impact and role of environmental degradation was brought out in the first chapter; the regular rehashing of the same theme became a bit tedious. I wavered for quite a while before rating it a fairly generous 4.
Landis, the pampered, inept Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Skalve is put in charge a large military force. The objective is to recover certain artifacts from the ‘primitive tribes’ that surround them. The survival of the kingdom depends on their success.
A young female named Meara is the only person in her village who still faithfully tends to the ‘old gods.’ Spurned by all but the elderly woman who adopted her, she leads a rather bleak, solitary existence.
Just as Landis is about to steal the artifact, a natural disaster wipes out Meara’s tribe and most of his army. The two of them survive, along with the artifact, but they are stranded in the wilderness. They form an uneasy alliance, although each wants control of the artifact. Until the ‘artifact’ hatches into a baby dragon who immediately bonds with Meara.
Their journey begins with amusing feminist overtones and less-than-subtle digs at the ineptitude of privileged males. Tense situations are interspersed with fairly witty dialogue and funny situations as Landis struggles to overcome his pampered upbringing and Meara copes with the demands of nurturing a baby dragon.
Meara’s dragon grows larger and more dragons hatch or are encountered. As the story rotates through the different characters, the reader gains an understanding of their background and motivation. These are sometimes conveyed through unintentionally hilarious dialogue, as when a hardened ex-warrior declares, “The land is vast and home to an uncounted number of unchronicled creatures.”
This book is imaginative, but I found it to be overburdened with passages contrasting the ‘idea’ of environmentally ruinous imperialists with that of the faithful caretakers of the land, i.e., the original inhabitants. The impact and role of environmental degradation was brought out in the first chapter; the regular rehashing of the same theme became a bit tedious. I wavered for quite a while before rating it a fairly generous 4.
January 15, 2026
Full of confidence and himself, Prince Landis sets out to retrieve a mythical dragon egg. But circumstances take him a completely unexpected direction as he finds himself allied with Meara, the person entrusted with the dragon egg’s protection. And so their adventure begins.
This imaginative fantasy story is a diverting read, with plenty of interesting characters and a great adventure. It's told from several different viewpoints and moves along at a good pace as the tale unfolds. Along the way, characters' preconceptions are challenged as they learn more about their world and their place in it. I appreciated how they grew through their experiences, and I found their interactions believable. I particularly enjoyed the antics of the young dragons, especially the scene when one entices another to play.
A few unfortunate elements hampered my immersion in the story. The first chapter unnecessarily repeated - almost exactly - the history that was described just a few pages earlier in the prologue. Also, the repeated assertions throughout the book about the "goodness" of one culture and the "badness" of the other quickly became tiresome. In addition, with the mental speech marked the same as the audible speech, it was often hard to tell who was talking, as well as how and to whom.
But despite those hiccups, overall I enjoyed this fantasy adventure story and found it an entertaining read.
(I read this book through Kindle Unlimited.)
This imaginative fantasy story is a diverting read, with plenty of interesting characters and a great adventure. It's told from several different viewpoints and moves along at a good pace as the tale unfolds. Along the way, characters' preconceptions are challenged as they learn more about their world and their place in it. I appreciated how they grew through their experiences, and I found their interactions believable. I particularly enjoyed the antics of the young dragons, especially the scene when one entices another to play.
A few unfortunate elements hampered my immersion in the story. The first chapter unnecessarily repeated - almost exactly - the history that was described just a few pages earlier in the prologue. Also, the repeated assertions throughout the book about the "goodness" of one culture and the "badness" of the other quickly became tiresome. In addition, with the mental speech marked the same as the audible speech, it was often hard to tell who was talking, as well as how and to whom.
But despite those hiccups, overall I enjoyed this fantasy adventure story and found it an entertaining read.
(I read this book through Kindle Unlimited.)
November 8, 2025
I must begin with--I totally loved this fantasy. Once I started reading, I couldn’t put it down. This epic journey is a fresh take on dragons and their riders. It opens with Prince Landis’s viewpoint. He’s been sent on a quest to find a sacred God-stone to save the Skalven kingdom. Next, the reader meets a tribal girl called Meara. She protects the God-stone of her village. Neither he nor she is truly respected by their communities. Despite their mutual distrust of one another, they join forces to survive. It’s a prickly relationship which is further complicated when the God-stone hatches into a dragon. Now they have a new quest. To say more would be a spoiler.
What I especially liked was the well-timed introduction of new character viewpoints as the story progresses--all skillfully woven into the plot at a pace that naturally added to the story’s development. Each character adds new challenges, questions, intrigues, and potential dangers.
Its action packed, original, and at the same time poignant enough to pull at one’s heartstrings. I give this a well-deserved 5 Stars.
Don’t let the cover fool you!
What I especially liked was the well-timed introduction of new character viewpoints as the story progresses--all skillfully woven into the plot at a pace that naturally added to the story’s development. Each character adds new challenges, questions, intrigues, and potential dangers.
Its action packed, original, and at the same time poignant enough to pull at one’s heartstrings. I give this a well-deserved 5 Stars.
Don’t let the cover fool you!
November 11, 2025
This book is a simple allegory for environmentalism couched in a rambling, often cute, adventure narrative. There are the scattered natives, living in harmony with the earth, and the Skalve colonizers, the cause of all evil in the world. The dragons, or gods, come in a spectrum of colors and personalities, each imprinting on a human to serve them. This was the most interesting aspect of the story, people with different backgrounds and beliefs butting heads with their divine toddler dragons, and coming to terms with what the bond means to them. The protagonists are well developed, with interesting story threads. The land feels at times like an uninhabited expanse except for one castle and an unknown number of tribes. Where this aspect of worldbuilding is lacking, the history and creation myth are well thought out.
While faceless Skalven soldiers are slaughtered piecemeal, the violence isn't overly gratuitous, and the story is very clean, with only mention of darker events. It lands well within the YA genre. I personally would have allowed my middle grader to read it. Editing is fine with few errors.
While faceless Skalven soldiers are slaughtered piecemeal, the violence isn't overly gratuitous, and the story is very clean, with only mention of darker events. It lands well within the YA genre. I personally would have allowed my middle grader to read it. Editing is fine with few errors.
March 23, 2026
Fate of the God Stones is a well-written fantasy and a genuinely fun adventure. Abrahamsen's promise of dragons is fulfilled early and frequently, remaining a highlight throughout. Each dragon is distinct, with unique traits and personalities that make their presence feel meaningful rather than ornamental. The same can be said for the human cast: the characters are varied and memorable, each contributing something different to the story.
What elevates the book is the character development. It's thoughtfully handled, with clear growth and emotional stakes that evolve naturally over time. Relationships shift, motivations deepen, and by the end, the journey feels earned.
The lore-building is another standout element. The world feels rich and lived-in, with a history that extends beyond the immediate plot. It adds weight to the story without bogging it down, giving readers just enough to spark curiosity while maintaining momentum.
Overall, Fate of the God Stones is an easy recommendation for anyone looking for a fantasy that delivers both action and substance.
What elevates the book is the character development. It's thoughtfully handled, with clear growth and emotional stakes that evolve naturally over time. Relationships shift, motivations deepen, and by the end, the journey feels earned.
The lore-building is another standout element. The world feels rich and lived-in, with a history that extends beyond the immediate plot. It adds weight to the story without bogging it down, giving readers just enough to spark curiosity while maintaining momentum.
Overall, Fate of the God Stones is an easy recommendation for anyone looking for a fantasy that delivers both action and substance.
January 30, 2026
Fate of the God Stones is a fabulous fantasy, woven around real issues of environmental neglect and climate change. Prince Landis, the sole heir to the Skalven throne, is entrusted with the task of searching for precious artifacts to bring prosperity to the kingdom and save the Skalven people from the wrath of their gods, who have abandoned them. A naive and immature Landis, eager to prove his power, leads the army of over two hundred troops. He learns many life lessons on this mission.
Abrahamsen knows how to craft well-rounded characters. The plot is interesting and well-paced, keeping the reader engaged with many new developments. The bonding with the baby dragons and their ability to communicate with their “vincules” adds a lot of charm to the story. The descriptions are so vivid that I felt transported to the scene at a number of places. The secret of Landis’ birth adds another dimension to the plot. I can highly recommend this book to all book lovers.
Abrahamsen knows how to craft well-rounded characters. The plot is interesting and well-paced, keeping the reader engaged with many new developments. The bonding with the baby dragons and their ability to communicate with their “vincules” adds a lot of charm to the story. The descriptions are so vivid that I felt transported to the scene at a number of places. The secret of Landis’ birth adds another dimension to the plot. I can highly recommend this book to all book lovers.
November 7, 2025
Fate of the God Stones delivers an exciting and imaginative story that pulls you in from the very first chapter. Jennifer Abrahamsen creates a world where gods, humans, and powerful secrets collide, and the journey feels both urgent and magical.
Prince Landis and Meara make an unlikely but compelling team, and their struggle to protect the dragon egg brings real tension and heart to the story. The worldbuilding is vivid, the pacing moves smoothly, and the twists keep you eager to see what happens next.
It is a beautifully written adventure that blends mythology, destiny, and the power of unlikely alliances. A great read for anyone who loves fantasy that feels fresh and full of life.
Prince Landis and Meara make an unlikely but compelling team, and their struggle to protect the dragon egg brings real tension and heart to the story. The worldbuilding is vivid, the pacing moves smoothly, and the twists keep you eager to see what happens next.
It is a beautifully written adventure that blends mythology, destiny, and the power of unlikely alliances. A great read for anyone who loves fantasy that feels fresh and full of life.
December 29, 2025
I am surprised by how much I liked this book. I felt that the writing was easy to jump into, but lacking any real depth to the characters and storyline. It reads like the target audience is middle grade-ya, but has adult themes (no s3x or dr7gs, but violence/war). The plot of the book is unique, which made me interested all the way through. And I loved the fight scenes towards the end. That was a surprising twist, and I felt that the writing got 10 times better at that point! I liked it overall- but my rating became higher because of the fight scenes!
I would say that if this is geared towards a younger audience, it is well done. 👍
I would say that if this is geared towards a younger audience, it is well done. 👍
August 21, 2025
And once again as in all her books, Jennifer Abrahamsen does an excellent job of giving life to the characters and the reader feels like they know them. The author skillfully lets the reader know exactly how Dabwey feels about things. I gave the book 4 stars instead of 5 because I want to know what they find beyond the trees
December 4, 2025
2.5 rounded up to 3 for review.
The concept of the book is exciting. The 10 year old me would have ate this book up. I do think that with time , as I believe this is an upcoming author, the stories will improve, eliminating areas that came across as a bit dry.
I am pleased to be able to receive and give an early review from the author via LibraryThing.
The concept of the book is exciting. The 10 year old me would have ate this book up. I do think that with time , as I believe this is an upcoming author, the stories will improve, eliminating areas that came across as a bit dry.
I am pleased to be able to receive and give an early review from the author via LibraryThing.
January 26, 2026
A mideval-esque reframing of Imperialistic exapansion trying to violently extingush native (presumably primative) traditions with deadly and disasterous consequences, and dragons.
The narration is stable and solid. As I have experienced before with one of this author's other books, I think that the world-building was a little rushed and could have been flushed out a bit more, but otherwise the story was enjoyable
The narration is stable and solid. As I have experienced before with one of this author's other books, I think that the world-building was a little rushed and could have been flushed out a bit more, but otherwise the story was enjoyable
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