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Vesik #5
Destroyer Rising
It's been three years since we failed Vicky, the child once known as Elizabeth Gray. Three years she's lived as something not quite alive, but far from dead. Her path grows darker, even as she spreads light and hope through a tortured world. The Destroyer has come to claim her, and I can’t fail her again. I won't. Elizabeth's fate lies in the Burning Lands, and we will storm the gates.
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First published December 29, 2015
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Eric R. Asher
58 books666 followersEric R. Asher is the author of over 30 titles, including the Vesik urban fantasy series and the YA steampunk series, Steamborn. Look for his upcoming cozy fantasy, The Theme Park at the End of the World, in 2024. He is currently living in St. Louis, Missouri, where the local folklore often finds its way into his Mason Dixon: Monster Hunter rural fantasy series.
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November 1, 2020
Destroyer Rising By Eric R Asher
Book 5 in the Vesik sandwich. Urban fantasy with necromancy. Best read as part of the series.
Vesik and his friends attempt to save Vicky in the Burning Lands. He worries his friends would have been better off without him in their lives.
The adventure, demon’s, ghosts, gods and wars continue.
Exciting and heart wrenching.
Book 5 in the Vesik sandwich. Urban fantasy with necromancy. Best read as part of the series.
Vesik and his friends attempt to save Vicky in the Burning Lands. He worries his friends would have been better off without him in their lives.
The adventure, demon’s, ghosts, gods and wars continue.
Exciting and heart wrenching.
January 4, 2021
The adventures continue. This book brings the emotion. There is still humor and camaraderie, but add in some betrayal and sacrifice. Damian deals with loss on many levels and it tugs on the heartstrings for sure. I enjoyed this installment of the Vesik series and am continuing into book 6 without hesitation!
August 22, 2024
"Destroyer Rising" book number 5 in the "Vesik" series by Eric R. Asher was absolutely amazing. It's by far my favorite book in this series so far. I enjoy reading about necromancer, Damian, and the gang. They each have their own thing about them that I enjoy. I do love his Dragon, Jasper the most. One of my favorite parts involves Jasper. Damian will do everything he can to keep the Destroyer from taking over Vicky. He feels he needs to help her because he feels he failed her a few years ago. I will definitely be reading on in this series.
May 10, 2018
When the series began, I felt like it inadequately explained some parts of the world. However, as the series has gone on, that problem has faded because what were once holes have been filled in and new concepts can be easily pieced together.
This particular book did a wonderful job of maintaining the high level of action and excitement that the readers want, while also tugging at the heart strings and bringing real human emotion into the story.
Also, it's only taken 5 books of this series to make me really want a chimichanga.
This particular book did a wonderful job of maintaining the high level of action and excitement that the readers want, while also tugging at the heart strings and bringing real human emotion into the story.
Also, it's only taken 5 books of this series to make me really want a chimichanga.
July 21, 2018
Vesik travels to the Burning Lands, one of the levels of existence where Vicky and the ghost pack live.
Given everything here is dead, his powers over the dead work a little differently.
Convenient that someone is always around to heal him…
This volume felt really rushed. But perhaps it’s just that the conflict is ramping up.
I’m not sure about this one… can’t quick pick what isn’t working for me.
The big bads are getting bigger.
3 stars
Given everything here is dead, his powers over the dead work a little differently.
Convenient that someone is always around to heal him…
This volume felt really rushed. But perhaps it’s just that the conflict is ramping up.
I’m not sure about this one… can’t quick pick what isn’t working for me.
The big bads are getting bigger.
3 stars
May 5, 2018
I don't really know why I liked this story way back when. I mean, there's the repeats of the 2 things that drive me crazy about it that just keep ruining the story for me.
1) I thought necromancy was supposed to be rare? How the ever loving FK does the enemy faction KEEP GETTING MORE NECROMANCERS ON THEIR SIDE? There's no size, no scope, just the enemy faction has a lot of necromancers, and all except the MC are always listed as being on the enemy's side.
2) The MC comes WAY too close to dying over, and over, and OVER, only to be saved last second in battle by an ally's interference. I don't mind this a few times, but with how frequent the author uses this, it gets SO GODDAMNED OLD!
1) I thought necromancy was supposed to be rare? How the ever loving FK does the enemy faction KEEP GETTING MORE NECROMANCERS ON THEIR SIDE? There's no size, no scope, just the enemy faction has a lot of necromancers, and all except the MC are always listed as being on the enemy's side.
2) The MC comes WAY too close to dying over, and over, and OVER, only to be saved last second in battle by an ally's interference. I don't mind this a few times, but with how frequent the author uses this, it gets SO GODDAMNED OLD!
November 30, 2018
Audiobook Review
5 Stars to the Author and Narrator
I am hooked on this series! Eric Asher has done an incredible job at world building and character development.
Destroyer Rising is by far the darkest and most emotional titles in the series thus far. I was blown away by Damien's love and commitment to Vicky/Elizabeth. The burning lands gave me the creepy crawlies!
William Dufris is a spectacular narrator and brings this story burning from the pages. William is my new fave!
5 Stars to the Author and Narrator
I am hooked on this series! Eric Asher has done an incredible job at world building and character development.
Destroyer Rising is by far the darkest and most emotional titles in the series thus far. I was blown away by Damien's love and commitment to Vicky/Elizabeth. The burning lands gave me the creepy crawlies!
William Dufris is a spectacular narrator and brings this story burning from the pages. William is my new fave!
December 9, 2018
Excellent! Damian and Vicky/Elizabeth have an unusual relationship. This book is full of action, humor and love! Family is important and Damian has family and friends. He has such a normal and unusual relationship with some. Read this book and learn what a lot of people will give up to save one. Have the Kleenex ready.
July 17, 2018
Lots of great action.
Glad to finally get some resolution with Vicky.
While the final arch isn't complete, this seems to be a good place to take a break.
Some things are feeling repetitive, but I think a break before reading the next one will solve that problem for me.
I'm really liking some of the side characters.
Glad to finally get some resolution with Vicky.
While the final arch isn't complete, this seems to be a good place to take a break.
Some things are feeling repetitive, but I think a break before reading the next one will solve that problem for me.
I'm really liking some of the side characters.
December 25, 2019
I enjoy these books, the smart answers keep a conversation going. There is a lot of things happening in this book. I have gotten lost on the plot because it seems to change or other intense things are written in. I will finish the series but I do have to talk myself into the next book in the series.
September 10, 2017
Great series
I have enjoyed all the books from the series so far! I'm starting book 6 and am sure I'll enjoy it just as much as the first 5. The characters and their personalities make me smile and laugh well as a few tears.
I have enjoyed all the books from the series so far! I'm starting book 6 and am sure I'll enjoy it just as much as the first 5. The characters and their personalities make me smile and laugh well as a few tears.
February 8, 2019
This one had a great story, but the general structure of the book was strange. You had an earlier climax and resolution than expected, and it lingered a bit then resolved again. It all fits once you get there but there were moments where I was questioning what could possibly be left in the story.
November 25, 2017
Great book
I enjoyed this book immensely, can't wait the exit book in the series. The author keeps you on the edge of your seat waiting to see what happens next.
I enjoyed this book immensely, can't wait the exit book in the series. The author keeps you on the edge of your seat waiting to see what happens next.
December 16, 2017
This book humour and drama. It keeps you focused on the story and cheering for the little girl
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April 10, 2018
characters are better and better.... a few got killed off to make room for more roles for new ones. kinda sappy but leads to alot of set up
June 19, 2018
Loved the concept of the burning lands. The journey to save Vicky is absolutely great. Plus we see Vesik nature as a character. Great surprise ending as well.
February 7, 2019
Damian Vesik goes to hell to save the day.
Just another day in the life of out favorite necromancer.
Just another day in the life of out favorite necromancer.
May 25, 2022
Lots of tears in this one...
September 18, 2017
Destroyer Rising is the 5th book in the Vesik series and I still can't get over how good the world building is. Mr Asher is a master at painting pictures with words. If you've been reading the series, get ready for a couple of surprises in this one. Good read.
For those who want to know: This one has language and violence.
For those who want to know: This one has language and violence.
April 9, 2018
Just can't get enough of this author!! Love the way he has mixed different mythologies together to come up with these wonderful stories. He is my new Stephen King!!
August 28, 2023
My Thoughts:
It is interesting to see how Vesik is evolving along with the story arc. In "Days Gone Bad", Vesik's world is a "hidden world". As in, the supernatural community is hiding in plain sight from the general public. In "This Broken World" (the last book prior to this one), it exploded all to hell and back and the world building turned from "hidden" to "open". This is the first series that I have encountered which switched gears like that which left me as a reader, still reeling from the impact. That contributed to the pace of this book into slowing down to a crawl... I needed space to absorb it... also in the previous book, there was a blurring of the borderline between what a good guy is and what a bad guy is. The theme of "the bad guys may be the good guys after all", has been woven into the story all through out the book... the good guys are the bad guys and the bad guys are the good guys blurring... in this one it continues with Vesik's evolution into something else. Another thing that slowed the pace of this book down to a crawl is the fact that I have to stop every now and then (and some "nows & thens" were longer than others) and grieve for the characters that the author had killed off... That took a while...
This instalment in the Vesik series has the best cover art thus far! Kudos to the art department for a job well done!!
In the previous books, Vesik and our team of heroes seemed to aimlessly run from one fight to another. In this book they still run from one fight into another, but, this time around with a little bit more of a plot than before. Kudos! And the ending was still a cliffhanger like all the books in this series, but still I cried...
Empirical Evaluation:
Story telling quality = 4
Character development = 4.5
Story itself = 4
Writing Style = 3.5
Ending = 4.5
World building = 4.5
Cover art = 4.5
Pace = (9 hrs and 32 mins listening time)
Plot = 3.5
Narration = 5
Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 cherries
December 30, 2015
As a fan of this series from the beginning, I've been waiting for what seems like ages for this novel to come out.. It was definitely well worth the wait!
Book Five in Eric Asher's fantastic Vesik series, "Destroyer Rising" premieres with a "Bang"!
If you're a fan of Urban Fantasy, this is one series you absolutely MUST READ!
As always, Mr Asher continues to delve deeply into his fascinating, spell-binding world of unique characters, giving them real personalities that are enticingly brought forth with his interesting writing style. He never misses a beat with his characters... Not only can you watch & feel the development of each character in his books, but you're able to truly relate with them, regardless of the species..
Mr Asher pours his heart into the lead character, Damian... You can feel his pain & relate to his humor; some of it is certainly eye-roll worthy, but it's always so much fun and captures the essence of "Damian" so well! Damian's Fae sidekick, Foster, is on point, as well!
The normal, intensely humorous relationship between the friends is strained in this book because of actions Damian doesn't fully understand, but Mr Asher brings a satisfying conclusion to the novel and doesn't leave any plot holes, which seems to be the biggest problem with newer urban fantasy authors...
This novel brings the perfect closure to some very dramatic happenings in the series, thus far.. Most notably, the plot line with Vicky (aka: Elizabeth), who is the ghost of a murdered child, (previously found by Foster & Damian in an earlier book) and is currently possessed by The Destroyer, Prosperine, hence the title ...
As far as the ending of this book... Let's just say that I was a crying mess for hours.. I truly cannot wait to see where Mr Asher continues to take this series...
I'd like to note that I wasn't an Urban Fantasy fan prior to reading this series & now it's one of my favorite genres, if that helps describe the intensity of this series... Now the wait begins again for the next book!
I'd also like to let readers know that"Destroyer Rising" is one of my TOP FIVE BOOKS OF THE YEAR!
PLATINUM REVIEWS GIVES ERIC ASHER & "DESTROYER RISING":
FIVE PLATINUM RINGS!
Book Five in Eric Asher's fantastic Vesik series, "Destroyer Rising" premieres with a "Bang"!
If you're a fan of Urban Fantasy, this is one series you absolutely MUST READ!
As always, Mr Asher continues to delve deeply into his fascinating, spell-binding world of unique characters, giving them real personalities that are enticingly brought forth with his interesting writing style. He never misses a beat with his characters... Not only can you watch & feel the development of each character in his books, but you're able to truly relate with them, regardless of the species..
Mr Asher pours his heart into the lead character, Damian... You can feel his pain & relate to his humor; some of it is certainly eye-roll worthy, but it's always so much fun and captures the essence of "Damian" so well! Damian's Fae sidekick, Foster, is on point, as well!
The normal, intensely humorous relationship between the friends is strained in this book because of actions Damian doesn't fully understand, but Mr Asher brings a satisfying conclusion to the novel and doesn't leave any plot holes, which seems to be the biggest problem with newer urban fantasy authors...
This novel brings the perfect closure to some very dramatic happenings in the series, thus far.. Most notably, the plot line with Vicky (aka: Elizabeth), who is the ghost of a murdered child, (previously found by Foster & Damian in an earlier book) and is currently possessed by The Destroyer, Prosperine, hence the title ...
As far as the ending of this book... Let's just say that I was a crying mess for hours.. I truly cannot wait to see where Mr Asher continues to take this series...
I'd like to note that I wasn't an Urban Fantasy fan prior to reading this series & now it's one of my favorite genres, if that helps describe the intensity of this series... Now the wait begins again for the next book!
I'd also like to let readers know that"Destroyer Rising" is one of my TOP FIVE BOOKS OF THE YEAR!
PLATINUM REVIEWS GIVES ERIC ASHER & "DESTROYER RISING":
FIVE PLATINUM RINGS!
December 30, 2015
** As a fan of this series from the beginning, I've been waiting for what seems like ages for this novel to come out.. It was definitely well worth the wait!
Book Five in Eric Asher's fantastic Vesik series, "Destroyer Rising" premieres with a "Bang"!
If you're a fan of Urban Fantasy, this is one series you absolutely MUST READ!
As always, Mr Asher continues to delve deeply into his fascinating, spell-binding world of unique characters, giving them real personalities that are enticingly brought forth with his interesting writing style. He never misses a beat with his characters... Not only can you watch & feel the development of each character in his books, but you're able to truly relate with them, regardless of the species..
Mr Asher pours his heart into the lead character, Damian... You can feel his pain & relate to his humor; some of it is certainly eye-roll worthy, but it's always so much fun and captures the essence of "Damian" so well! Damian's Fae sidekick, Foster, is on point, as well!
The normal, intensely humorous relationship between the friends is strained in this book because of actions Damian doesn't fully understand, but Mr Asher brings a satisfying conclusion to the novel and doesn't leave any plot holes, which seems to be the biggest problem with newer urban fantasy authors...
This novel brings the perfect closure to some very dramatic happenings in the series, thus far.. Most notably, the plot line with Vicky (aka: Elizabeth), who is the ghost of a murdered child, (previously found by Foster & Damian in an earlier book) and is currently possessed by The Destroyer, Prosperine, hence the title ...
As far as the ending of this book... Let's just say that I was a crying mess for hours.. I truly cannot wait to see where Mr Asher continues to take this series...
I'd like to note that I wasn't an Urban Fantasy fan prior to reading this series & now it's one of my favorite genres, if that helps describe the intensity of this series... Now the wait begins again for the next book!
I'd also like to let readers know that"Destroyer Rising" is one of my TOP FIVE BOOKS OF THE YEAR!
PLATINUM REVIEWS GIVES ERIC ASHER & "DESTROYER RISING":
FIVE PLATINUM RINGS!
Book Five in Eric Asher's fantastic Vesik series, "Destroyer Rising" premieres with a "Bang"!
If you're a fan of Urban Fantasy, this is one series you absolutely MUST READ!
As always, Mr Asher continues to delve deeply into his fascinating, spell-binding world of unique characters, giving them real personalities that are enticingly brought forth with his interesting writing style. He never misses a beat with his characters... Not only can you watch & feel the development of each character in his books, but you're able to truly relate with them, regardless of the species..
Mr Asher pours his heart into the lead character, Damian... You can feel his pain & relate to his humor; some of it is certainly eye-roll worthy, but it's always so much fun and captures the essence of "Damian" so well! Damian's Fae sidekick, Foster, is on point, as well!
The normal, intensely humorous relationship between the friends is strained in this book because of actions Damian doesn't fully understand, but Mr Asher brings a satisfying conclusion to the novel and doesn't leave any plot holes, which seems to be the biggest problem with newer urban fantasy authors...
This novel brings the perfect closure to some very dramatic happenings in the series, thus far.. Most notably, the plot line with Vicky (aka: Elizabeth), who is the ghost of a murdered child, (previously found by Foster & Damian in an earlier book) and is currently possessed by The Destroyer, Prosperine, hence the title ...
As far as the ending of this book... Let's just say that I was a crying mess for hours.. I truly cannot wait to see where Mr Asher continues to take this series...
I'd like to note that I wasn't an Urban Fantasy fan prior to reading this series & now it's one of my favorite genres, if that helps describe the intensity of this series... Now the wait begins again for the next book!
I'd also like to let readers know that"Destroyer Rising" is one of my TOP FIVE BOOKS OF THE YEAR!
PLATINUM REVIEWS GIVES ERIC ASHER & "DESTROYER RISING":
FIVE PLATINUM RINGS!
February 16, 2017
Fantastic series!
We've come a long way with Vesik and the gang!
This one is going to make you cry..
Prosperine is slowly taking Vicky over. It's going to take heroic measures to save her.. Vesik is taking on the quest with a 'no-holds-barred' mentality.
Read the book to find out what happens..
We've come a long way with Vesik and the gang!
This one is going to make you cry..
Prosperine is slowly taking Vicky over. It's going to take heroic measures to save her.. Vesik is taking on the quest with a 'no-holds-barred' mentality.
Read the book to find out what happens..
February 4, 2017
This Book & Entire Series Rocks!
When you stay up past your bedtime unable to put a book down, you KNOW you're reading a winner. The "Destroyer Rising" is the 5th book in the Vesik series. The 6th book was just recently released, I believe this week. It's been a while since I read a series & couldn't put it down.
I LOVE the characters, the references to Ancient Egypt, & a whole host of other things. If you want action, adventure, & to be a part of a series that will have you emotionally invested, then, this is the series for you!
When you stay up past your bedtime unable to put a book down, you KNOW you're reading a winner. The "Destroyer Rising" is the 5th book in the Vesik series. The 6th book was just recently released, I believe this week. It's been a while since I read a series & couldn't put it down.
I LOVE the characters, the references to Ancient Egypt, & a whole host of other things. If you want action, adventure, & to be a part of a series that will have you emotionally invested, then, this is the series for you!
August 4, 2017
Vesik, my personal favorite Necromancer, once more proves to be not only a hero but an all around wonderful man. if you have been following along about 3 years ago Vicky, Then Elizabeth, was kidnapped and killed. Vesik found her and she has spent the last 3 years in a state of somewhat un-dead... in this state she is somehow becoming the Destroyer, well Damian feels she has gone through too much and set out to save her or die trying!!!
this 5th book in the series is riveting action packed COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN, for got to eat, kind of book. every page is a nail biter as you travel with Damian and his loyal friends to hopefully save Elizabeth?Vicky - I will not be giving any spoilers as to the out come :) YOU HAVE TO READ THIS BOOK!!!
this 5th book in the series is riveting action packed COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN, for got to eat, kind of book. every page is a nail biter as you travel with Damian and his loyal friends to hopefully save Elizabeth?Vicky - I will not be giving any spoilers as to the out come :) YOU HAVE TO READ THIS BOOK!!!
November 6, 2017
New challenges abound, and not all has been what it seemed. Again, the world and characters continue to grow and change, but the core remains the same. The family, the friends, the heart of the story is still intact, and Eric Asher continues to weave a world that is fascinating to read or listen to. (I've purchased not only the e-books, but the audio as well, there is nothing better than binge reading or listening to the series in a weekend). As one arc ends and new ones begin, even with the loss of friends and loved characters - they are not forgotten or left behind.
September 18, 2018
Oh my
What for a fantastic written storyline!!
I love this series, so brilliantly written details. I really like the development in the characters and so funny at some moments, like the gray fluff bunny LOL
The characters are all fantastic everyone has his own charm. And the story is just great and also very sad, but I hope there will be more happy ending to come. Looking forward for the next one.
Well written storyline!
What for a fantastic written storyline!!
I love this series, so brilliantly written details. I really like the development in the characters and so funny at some moments, like the gray fluff bunny LOL
The characters are all fantastic everyone has his own charm. And the story is just great and also very sad, but I hope there will be more happy ending to come. Looking forward for the next one.
Well written storyline!
September 12, 2021
So packed with action, darkness, and light. Friendship, heartbreak, and love! I loved seeing more of Jasper and Bubbles! All these characters are just amazing. The imagination of this author continues to charm and enthrall me. And, I really can't imagine any other narrator for this series, he's simply perfect!
December 28, 2019
I've loved VIcky since the moment she showed up in this series and this quest to save her is one of the sweetest things they have all done. I love how everyone is united in protecting Vicky and how sweet and wonderful she is to everyone. Most of this series has been great, but this part really tugs at the heart strings and makes the series even better.
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