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Chronicles of the Starborn #1
The Autumn of the Whitewood
The modern-day world has just collided with a forgotten, ancient realm. Elaine Castle, a wildlife biologist, finds that the mythical creatures of her childhood, such as elves, goblins, and orcs, not only exist, but are locked in an age-old war. Elaine discovers her own dormant magical abilities as she learns about this new world she must live in.
If left untrained, her magical abilities would threaten to destroy her and everyone she loves. Only the elves can train her and she faces her own inner struggle as her companions begin to reveal who they really are. To make matters worse, she and her companions find themselves taking sides in the war.
In a world filled with dangers like banshee, dragons, and a centuries-old war, "The Autumn of the Whitewood" follows Elaine and her friends on their journey to Connemaigh, an old elven stronghold, in the hopes of training her. "The Autumn of the Whitewood" is a fantasy with a dash of romance and magical, as well as mythical creatures. It is the first book in "The Chronicles of the Starborn".
If left untrained, her magical abilities would threaten to destroy her and everyone she loves. Only the elves can train her and she faces her own inner struggle as her companions begin to reveal who they really are. To make matters worse, she and her companions find themselves taking sides in the war.
In a world filled with dangers like banshee, dragons, and a centuries-old war, "The Autumn of the Whitewood" follows Elaine and her friends on their journey to Connemaigh, an old elven stronghold, in the hopes of training her. "The Autumn of the Whitewood" is a fantasy with a dash of romance and magical, as well as mythical creatures. It is the first book in "The Chronicles of the Starborn".
376 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 15, 2015
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April 28, 2017
C.D. Dennis is a new and upcoming author, and her first release, The Autumn of the Whitewood is the first in her Chronicles of the Starborn collection. The Autumn of the Whitewood takes place in the modern world that has collided with a forgotten and ancient realm full of magic, elves, goblins, and creatures never-before seen by modern man. It is action-packed and the characters are given a depth that makes you instantly want to read more. It is easy to connect with the story and become invested in those you are travelling with.
The story follows a young woman who is caught up in the difficulties of being born and bred with the science of the modern world and trying to exist in a world that completely defies the realm of logic that she is used to. You journey with a core group, trying to find your way around a world where modern technologies are now nearly non-existent, and could be described as nearly post-apocalyptic. The death of the society we all know and love has changed so drastically into something unknown and frightening, yet eerily beautiful all at the same time.
I highly recommend The Cronicles of the Starborn for any reader who enjoys fantasy realms with elves and other fantastic beings and creatures. This story is the beginning of what promises to be a very thrilling ride through the United States, and even the Carolina mountains in the city of Asheville, after the world has completely changed it. I for one cannot wait for her second book in the Chronicles of the Starborn, The Cliffs of Connemaigh, which is set to be released later this year.
The story follows a young woman who is caught up in the difficulties of being born and bred with the science of the modern world and trying to exist in a world that completely defies the realm of logic that she is used to. You journey with a core group, trying to find your way around a world where modern technologies are now nearly non-existent, and could be described as nearly post-apocalyptic. The death of the society we all know and love has changed so drastically into something unknown and frightening, yet eerily beautiful all at the same time.
I highly recommend The Cronicles of the Starborn for any reader who enjoys fantasy realms with elves and other fantastic beings and creatures. This story is the beginning of what promises to be a very thrilling ride through the United States, and even the Carolina mountains in the city of Asheville, after the world has completely changed it. I for one cannot wait for her second book in the Chronicles of the Starborn, The Cliffs of Connemaigh, which is set to be released later this year.
July 8, 2016
This book is fabulous. The author gives enough information to let the reader's imagination do the work, but not so much that it's overwhelming or obnoxious. It focuses on a heroine, which I was really excited to find; in fantasy, from what I've noticed, the protagonist is a male, but this book challenges that. The writing is styled well, showing the character's thoughts and giving them voices of their own while retaining the voice of the author in the storytelling. The author's style is almost scientific, but warm, and not quite as distant, which mirrors the protagonist's profession as a a biologist.
Beyond that, the story, while a little predictable at some points, often leaves the reader guessing, and doesn't immediately resolve the problems presented to the protagonist. The characters are complex, and very human, including the protagonist. In addition, the supporting characters are also well-developed and it's obvious that each of them has a life before the story, and the part they are playing in it. It seems as if the characters take on a life of their own. It's paced a little slower at the start, but is intriguing and quickly picks up. Overall, The Autumn of the Whitewood is an excellent read.
Beyond that, the story, while a little predictable at some points, often leaves the reader guessing, and doesn't immediately resolve the problems presented to the protagonist. The characters are complex, and very human, including the protagonist. In addition, the supporting characters are also well-developed and it's obvious that each of them has a life before the story, and the part they are playing in it. It seems as if the characters take on a life of their own. It's paced a little slower at the start, but is intriguing and quickly picks up. Overall, The Autumn of the Whitewood is an excellent read.
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