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The Cloud Warrior Saga #2
Bound by Fire
The powerful draasin – elemental creatures of fire not seen for a thousand years – have returned. Not all are convinced they should have been freed.
As Tan struggles to learn earth shaping, he discovers dangerous fire shapers from Incendin have come to Ethea. When the city is attacked by the draasin, Tan must use his connection with them to learn why. Doing so leads him from the city and forces him to once more face the terrible shapers of Incendin, but this time bound to the draasin for help. If he fails, much more than his life is at stake, for Incendin has stolen the artifact and plans to use its power for unknown destruction.
As Tan struggles to learn earth shaping, he discovers dangerous fire shapers from Incendin have come to Ethea. When the city is attacked by the draasin, Tan must use his connection with them to learn why. Doing so leads him from the city and forces him to once more face the terrible shapers of Incendin, but this time bound to the draasin for help. If he fails, much more than his life is at stake, for Incendin has stolen the artifact and plans to use its power for unknown destruction.
306 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 23, 2014
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January 22, 2018
- English ebook - I have dyslexia. - second book in the trilogy.
- Tannen Minden sat at a long oak table, leaning forward as he waited for the instructor to arrive. -
Tannen made it to Ethrea and recieves lessons. As his mother had wanted for him but he is restless and loved to go back on the road. In Elle he finds a new friend, he rides the Draasin and stumbles on another quest. And can he become the first new worrior in a decade? In fastforward speed Tannen meets up with new friends and problems. Realy like this series. 😀
-Asboel circled high overhead, spiraling above the kingdoms.- 🌹🌷🌹
- Tannen Minden sat at a long oak table, leaning forward as he waited for the instructor to arrive. -
Tannen made it to Ethrea and recieves lessons. As his mother had wanted for him but he is restless and loved to go back on the road. In Elle he finds a new friend, he rides the Draasin and stumbles on another quest. And can he become the first new worrior in a decade? In fastforward speed Tannen meets up with new friends and problems. Realy like this series. 😀
-Asboel circled high overhead, spiraling above the kingdoms.- 🌹🌷🌹
October 8, 2015
A complex book! This one was a page Turner, an action book from cover to cover. Tan comes into himself as a warrior through the school of hard knocks. Watch University geeks there is a new kid on the quadrature.
December 27, 2018
Tan finds himself at the university in Ethea trying to figure out if he's a Shaper and if he can be a Cloud Warrior. He finds that the fire shapers from Incendin have infiltrated the university. When the city is attached by the draasin Tan must use his connection with them to find out why. He must use his connection with draasin to discover what the fire shapers want with an ancient artifact. The fate of the kingdom is at stake.
The story is interesting enough to not mind that his newfound powers come way to easily and with not too many side effects. It's not your typical fantasy/magic novel so it's kind of refreshing.
The story is interesting enough to not mind that his newfound powers come way to easily and with not too many side effects. It's not your typical fantasy/magic novel so it's kind of refreshing.
July 27, 2017
These books are the kind of fantasy you don't see as often these days. Good classic fantasy. Some people might say they're geared toward a younger audience, but I don't care. I enjoy them because they remind me of the kinds of stories that made me fall in love with fantasy in the first place.
This one is also a rarity in the genre because it has a single point of view character. That makes for a quicker read and a deeper connection with the character.
In all, this was a lot of fun and an improvement on the first book in the series.
Rating: 9/10
This one is also a rarity in the genre because it has a single point of view character. That makes for a quicker read and a deeper connection with the character.
In all, this was a lot of fun and an improvement on the first book in the series.
Rating: 9/10
July 26, 2020
A fairly standard continuation. The protagonist(s) join forces to fight the bad guys from Incendin. There are a few twists, but experienced Fantasy readers will spot them a mile away.
I still enjoy the quick pace and simpleness of the plot, though, the lack of insight and understanding from Tan is somewhat annoying.
I still enjoy the quick pace and simpleness of the plot, though, the lack of insight and understanding from Tan is somewhat annoying.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 13, 2022
На средата на втората книга от поредицата за Облачните воини на Д.К. Хомбърг мислех, че авторът е изхабил всичките си патрони за отличната първа част – действието се мотаеше, не изглеждаше като да върви нанякъде, имаше прекалено много описания. За щастие обаче писателят като барон Мюнхаузен се измъкна сам за косата и в мига щом пусна героите в екшън, романът полетя като рали автомобил и достигна високото ниво, което очаквах от него.
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December 31, 2023
Amazing!! The first one was better, but the final part of this book was incredible. I just love this series, and there are 10!! Hope the author continues the good work. It was a fast paced book after about 30% of reading. It’s not the most original story but the characters are so lovable that you just want to read and read…
June 12, 2019
Please make a MAP!
Why is there no map? It's killing me. I need maps in books like this. Please add it to the books
Why is there no map? It's killing me. I need maps in books like this. Please add it to the books
June 8, 2019
Fun and light perfect for a quick read
The author continues to present a consistent and fun story. The book is engaging, fun, and straight forward, a good rest for those of us that need a change of pace for a few hours.
The only thing I keep lamenting is the hero. Although brave and courageous, the guy is just too dense. He is not challenged or anything. He just mentally lazy, undisciplined, expects (needs) that all other around him provide the solution for his issues.
He is the kind of guy that wonders all the time: why me? Instead of thinking: why not? And just try.
Still the guy is likable, and thank The Maker, is always been pushed forward.
The author continues to present a consistent and fun story. The book is engaging, fun, and straight forward, a good rest for those of us that need a change of pace for a few hours.
The only thing I keep lamenting is the hero. Although brave and courageous, the guy is just too dense. He is not challenged or anything. He just mentally lazy, undisciplined, expects (needs) that all other around him provide the solution for his issues.
He is the kind of guy that wonders all the time: why me? Instead of thinking: why not? And just try.
Still the guy is likable, and thank The Maker, is always been pushed forward.
June 3, 2020
Delightful
I'm really enjoying these books. They remind me of other series that I have enjoyed for similar reasons.
I love that they remind me of Avatar the Last Airbender, with the people connected to elemental power. I love that it reminds me of the first time I read the Sword of Truth series, because our protagonist has great power if he can learn to master it.
I don't mean to imply that this is a copy of any other series. It's very much its own unique story. But it's comfortable to read. It has familiar aspects.
I also really enjoy the personification of the elemental spirits. I'm excited to continue this series.
I'm really enjoying these books. They remind me of other series that I have enjoyed for similar reasons.
I love that they remind me of Avatar the Last Airbender, with the people connected to elemental power. I love that it reminds me of the first time I read the Sword of Truth series, because our protagonist has great power if he can learn to master it.
I don't mean to imply that this is a copy of any other series. It's very much its own unique story. But it's comfortable to read. It has familiar aspects.
I also really enjoy the personification of the elemental spirits. I'm excited to continue this series.
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September 25, 2026The powerful draasin – elemental creatures of fire not seen for a thousand years – have returned. Not all are convinced they should have been freed. As Tan struggles to learn earth shaping, he discovers dangerous fire shapers from Incendin have come to Ethea. When the city is attacked by the draasin, Tan must use his connection with them to learn why. Doing so leads him from the city and forces him to once more face the terrible shapers of Incendin, but this time bound to the draasin for help. If he fails, much more than his life is at stake, for Incendin has stolen the artifact and plans to use its power for unknown destruction.
November 5, 2020
How does someone learn a skill when he has no tutor? The author gives us a ringside seat to learning this as we watch Tan in this book. Tan learns about the fire elementals that he freed from the frozen lake. He establishes contact and speaks to them telepathically. He also speaks again to the water elementals. With great fumbling and doubts about himself, he contacts the earth and the air elementals. We find that Tan is mostly interested in helping all beings grow and be true to themselves, and he tries to give himself the same chances. I really loved this book, and I think you will too.
April 15, 2025
Who controls the elements? Can Tan only sense or can he shape?
Life becomes real difficult when the past unfurls across his trip to the university. Even worse is that he discovers deceit that is unacceptable but hidden from those in power. Who really controls what he sees? Who is the one behind the attacks?
This is a journey of discovery for Tan. The author draw you in slowly, but once you accept the amazing powers that are manifest the action begins in earnest. And there is action beyond belief.
The story is not finished, stay tuned for the next book.
Life becomes real difficult when the past unfurls across his trip to the university. Even worse is that he discovers deceit that is unacceptable but hidden from those in power. Who really controls what he sees? Who is the one behind the attacks?
This is a journey of discovery for Tan. The author draw you in slowly, but once you accept the amazing powers that are manifest the action begins in earnest. And there is action beyond belief.
The story is not finished, stay tuned for the next book.
September 7, 2019
Better than the first.
Editing is better than the first. Fewer grammatical mistakes. Better logic. Like many looong series, the characters don’t progress as quickly as in a trilogy. Also, like loooong series, the characters surge in ability and then backslide, somehow weaker than in earlier books. That can be frustrating and boring. Story is still pretty interesting, though.
Editing is better than the first. Fewer grammatical mistakes. Better logic. Like many looong series, the characters don’t progress as quickly as in a trilogy. Also, like loooong series, the characters surge in ability and then backslide, somehow weaker than in earlier books. That can be frustrating and boring. Story is still pretty interesting, though.
July 30, 2021
Action packed
This alone is a very good novel - the series is wonderful. I first met Tan at the beginning of the series and I've watched him steadily grow As he learned his abilities. I am thoroughly enjoying this series and I hope that you will want to pick it up and I will enjoy it as much as I am.
This alone is a very good novel - the series is wonderful. I first met Tan at the beginning of the series and I've watched him steadily grow As he learned his abilities. I am thoroughly enjoying this series and I hope that you will want to pick it up and I will enjoy it as much as I am.
August 20, 2023
After recovering the artifact Tan is now at the university in Ethea. The artifact is in the possession of the king, who has no clue how to use it.
But something is rotten in Ethea. There are fire attacks near Ethea and Theondar and the king assume it's the Draasid, despite Tan's assurances that it's not.
But something is rotten in Ethea. There are fire attacks near Ethea and Theondar and the king assume it's the Draasid, despite Tan's assurances that it's not.
May 11, 2026
Starts slow but picks up fast when you get to the action. The dialog is accessible and the outcome of the book is satisfying. The characters are great and they feel like people you want to support. The romance arc is well done and feels heartwarming. The character relationships are also satisfying. Worth reading. Towards the middle I couldn't put the book down.
May 25, 2017
This was another great novel. I like the writing style, it's fast paced and gets to the point. A lot of novels I read dwell on the style of clothing or the jewelry well for me that's boring let's get to the action.
August 22, 2018
YES!
You must read this book and all the rest this author writes! Great book and with an ending so I get to choose wether to buy the next book or not. Of course I will. Besides being a great book, this author needs and deserves our support.
You must read this book and all the rest this author writes! Great book and with an ending so I get to choose wether to buy the next book or not. Of course I will. Besides being a great book, this author needs and deserves our support.
November 7, 2018
Excellent read!
Why are books 1 & 3 not on KU? Seems strange, maybe need to have a word with the 'zon! You write very well, but peeps are likely to bypass this when already paying for KU!
Why are books 1 & 3 not on KU? Seems strange, maybe need to have a word with the 'zon! You write very well, but peeps are likely to bypass this when already paying for KU!
December 5, 2019
Great read
Great story telling. I have enjoyed going on this journey with Tan and watching him discover who is is. I feel a lot of us do not realize our potential until we are placed in a situation where we need to rise up. And that is what Tan is doing.
Great story telling. I have enjoyed going on this journey with Tan and watching him discover who is is. I feel a lot of us do not realize our potential until we are placed in a situation where we need to rise up. And that is what Tan is doing.
December 12, 2019
This is the second book in the series and its getting really good. For the first time in ages, I've found a series that can hold my interest long enough for me to get through one book, let alone two books!
April 6, 2022
Loving this series!
Clean, lots of action, great characters. This series is everything I look for in fantasy! Good problems, no stupid mistakes, and magic saves the day when all seems lost.
Clean, lots of action, great characters. This series is everything I look for in fantasy! Good problems, no stupid mistakes, and magic saves the day when all seems lost.
August 16, 2017
This was a good second book. Tan continues to develop his understanding of his gifts and powers. And so does his relationships with Amia and Roine.
August 3, 2018
Tan & Amia
I thought this book was great. Had to put it down for any reason. Getting the next one now. And they are fairly inexpensive. LOVE IT!!!
I thought this book was great. Had to put it down for any reason. Getting the next one now. And they are fairly inexpensive. LOVE IT!!!
February 19, 2019
Am Loving reading the D.K Holmberg books
The Cloud Warrior Saga books are really great to read if you are into adventures and twists and turns in every page left me wanting to know how it ends
The Cloud Warrior Saga books are really great to read if you are into adventures and twists and turns in every page left me wanting to know how it ends
February 21, 2019
Great series, I'm on to book 4!
April 3, 2019
Wonderful read
Great story. Leaves me longing for more. Can't wait to get next one. Thinking of reading prelude before third book. I think it will keep the story flowing.
Great story. Leaves me longing for more. Can't wait to get next one. Thinking of reading prelude before third book. I think it will keep the story flowing.
May 7, 2019
Good book
This was a good book. The series is picking up more. Starting on book 3 now and can't wait to see what happens
This was a good book. The series is picking up more. Starting on book 3 now and can't wait to see what happens
August 29, 2019
Very Good
Well wriiten with strong character's this second book in the cloud warrior series follows on nicely from the first. Would definitely recommend
Well wriiten with strong character's this second book in the cloud warrior series follows on nicely from the first. Would definitely recommend
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