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Stavin DragonBlessed #3
The Andarian Affair
Warleader Fifth Stavin Kel'Aniston. With just two years as a caravan guard behind him, he has exceeded the accomplishments of every other Warrior in Kavinston. He earned his first star on his first expedition. He'd upgraded his star on his second expedition. He also founded a Trading House in Evandia. Then he got between the king and an assassin, and received a commission in the Evandian Royal Guard for his heroism, and his life got really interesting.
Master Trader Stavin is sent out to buy Kavinston's supplies. He fears that it is the end of his life as a Warrior, but after the supply run, Stavin goes to Evandia to tend his Trading House, accompanied by eight senior Warriors, and Warmaster Kel'Horval.
In Twin Bridges, Stavin becomes involved with the Royal Guard, and is as a supporter of the king. That leads to him being targeted by the king's enemies as well as his own.
Book Three in the Stavin Kel'Aniston DragonBlessed series.
Master Trader Stavin is sent out to buy Kavinston's supplies. He fears that it is the end of his life as a Warrior, but after the supply run, Stavin goes to Evandia to tend his Trading House, accompanied by eight senior Warriors, and Warmaster Kel'Horval.
In Twin Bridges, Stavin becomes involved with the Royal Guard, and is as a supporter of the king. That leads to him being targeted by the king's enemies as well as his own.
Book Three in the Stavin Kel'Aniston DragonBlessed series.
331 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 9, 2017
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May 27, 2019
Such an enjoyable series!
February 23, 2017
Excellent again
I don't usually bother with reviews but this book and indeed series have been so enjoyable so far that I felt compelled to make an effort and give it 5 stars. If you haven't read this series yet do so.
I don't usually bother with reviews but this book and indeed series have been so enjoyable so far that I felt compelled to make an effort and give it 5 stars. If you haven't read this series yet do so.
September 28, 2018
I give it 4 stars, since it's much better than two previous books, but this rating skips immersion part of reading. It's pleasant to read, but it's extremely shallow.
After being really disappointed with book 2 and starting to get bored of the series at that point I figured might as well try book 3 and give this series one more chance.
Well I guess it was definetely worth it. After 2 books of mostly "wake up, ride whole day, kill a bandit, have someone insult stavin, set up caravan in city for the night, go on watch, go sleep and repeat till end of the book" this one feels extremely dynamic, while previous two were painfuly predictable, here we see some sudden changes of plot.
Sadly most characters still are shallow. Every character in this series is one dimentional, there is no character development at all. Even main character feels empty in this way. He has the same values, the same attitude and is literally exactly the same person that we've met in book one. He is killing dozens of people, but doesn't have a single internal struggle about anything. At the age of 15 he made one decision to not run from dragon and since that point he is not changing at all. This makes me feel like he is not a real person. And by extension the whole world doesn't feel real.
After being really disappointed with book 2 and starting to get bored of the series at that point I figured might as well try book 3 and give this series one more chance.
Well I guess it was definetely worth it. After 2 books of mostly "wake up, ride whole day, kill a bandit, have someone insult stavin, set up caravan in city for the night, go on watch, go sleep and repeat till end of the book" this one feels extremely dynamic, while previous two were painfuly predictable, here we see some sudden changes of plot.
Sadly most characters still are shallow. Every character in this series is one dimentional, there is no character development at all. Even main character feels empty in this way. He has the same values, the same attitude and is literally exactly the same person that we've met in book one. He is killing dozens of people, but doesn't have a single internal struggle about anything. At the age of 15 he made one decision to not run from dragon and since that point he is not changing at all. This makes me feel like he is not a real person. And by extension the whole world doesn't feel real.
June 27, 2021
Unlike the previous two books, this book is not about caravan duty. Stavin has other things to do, such as checking his holdings and visiting the king. Of course, it hardly means less action as poor Stavin quickly finds out. The story is told in the same spirit as the earlier two books though, part Stavin, part Valley, action filled with a rather straightforward plot and not too much soul searching and a clear enemy. In other words, if you like the earlier two books, you like this one.
My one concern is the what happens in the end. When a protagonist suddenly gains a lot of power, it always leaves me worried. I don't mind powerful protagonists, but there is a thin line between that power and a Marty Sue. I am curious in what direction the author is going to take the story...
My one concern is the what happens in the end. When a protagonist suddenly gains a lot of power, it always leaves me worried. I don't mind powerful protagonists, but there is a thin line between that power and a Marty Sue. I am curious in what direction the author is going to take the story...
September 19, 2017
Jones now adds a focus on politics, intrigue, war and a maturing Stavin is called upon (of course!) to play a pivotal role in all this. Nice balance of adventure, fighting, ethics and magic. But read this series in order - you can just about read each book as a stand alone story, but you will enjoy them more if you know what's happened before.
June 30, 2019
Outstanding
Once again, a story of drama, magic, humor, military life, and tons of excellent action. All of which surrounds and is propelled by a certain diminutive gold-clad warrior. This is a superior series. Highly recommended for ages 10-100.
Once again, a story of drama, magic, humor, military life, and tons of excellent action. All of which surrounds and is propelled by a certain diminutive gold-clad warrior. This is a superior series. Highly recommended for ages 10-100.
September 6, 2021
I'm really enjoying this series
It is interesting, clean and fun. I like the main characters, the balance between home life and adventures. The relationships are strong and varied. There's dragon magic, hard training & battles.
It is interesting, clean and fun. I like the main characters, the balance between home life and adventures. The relationships are strong and varied. There's dragon magic, hard training & battles.
February 22, 2017
Such fun
These books are a pleasure to read. I hope its a long series. They could use a bit more editing though.
These books are a pleasure to read. I hope its a long series. They could use a bit more editing though.
March 10, 2017
Good Series
This series is really good. I generally avoid fantasy except when I find something that can suck me in.
I can't wait for the upcoming book.
This series is really good. I generally avoid fantasy except when I find something that can suck me in.
I can't wait for the upcoming book.
July 24, 2018
Awesome
Awesome read with twists and turns, treachery, honor and life as the saga continues within the realms and warring factions. Can't wait to read next book.
Awesome read with twists and turns, treachery, honor and life as the saga continues within the realms and warring factions. Can't wait to read next book.
January 19, 2019
That cliffhanger scrambled my brain! Had to make sure the next book was already downloaded before I marked it "read". This is turn your brain off and dive into another world beautiful!
May 27, 2019
He fainted again!
Stavin life continues to go off track in another adventure around these kingdoms. Fights, intrigue, and powerful wives continue in this epic series
Stavin life continues to go off track in another adventure around these kingdoms. Fights, intrigue, and powerful wives continue in this epic series
November 9, 2019
Not bad, though I haven't quite enjoyed this book as much as the two prior. I guess origin stories are more fun than the continuations....still, enjoyable enough to keep me reading :)
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September 14, 2021Excellent
Fantastic read! I absolutely loved it! I can not wait for the next one to be release! Such great characters in this book!
Fantastic read! I absolutely loved it! I can not wait for the next one to be release! Such great characters in this book!
March 17, 2017
not my usual read.
I'm in to sci fi. this set of books have both been enjoyable and intriguing .looking forward to the next one.
I'm in to sci fi. this set of books have both been enjoyable and intriguing .looking forward to the next one.
March 10, 2017
Nice books
I just finished reading the series again. Enjoyed it so much I read it twice. Looking forward to the next book in the series.
I just finished reading the series again. Enjoyed it so much I read it twice. Looking forward to the next book in the series.
March 4, 2017
Very good story/series
This series has been a great original read. This book had a couple of editing errors (biggest one occurred towards the very end of the book),but these errors in no way hurt the story. Eagerly awaiting the fourth book in the series.
This series has been a great original read. This book had a couple of editing errors (biggest one occurred towards the very end of the book),but these errors in no way hurt the story. Eagerly awaiting the fourth book in the series.
March 6, 2017
Great book
Could not put down enjoyed reading this the third book in the series can't wait to read more keep up the excellent work
Could not put down enjoyed reading this the third book in the series can't wait to read more keep up the excellent work
February 28, 2017
A favourite series.
For some reason reading this series is the same as sitting next a warm fire.
They're comfortable, easy to read and you can do it for hours.
One or two minor errors that an editor could fix but nothing so glaring that it detracts from the overall book.
One of the ones I can quite happily reread again and again, a true underdog beating the giant and everything else story.
For some reason reading this series is the same as sitting next a warm fire.
They're comfortable, easy to read and you can do it for hours.
One or two minor errors that an editor could fix but nothing so glaring that it detracts from the overall book.
One of the ones I can quite happily reread again and again, a true underdog beating the giant and everything else story.
March 1, 2017
Great series
Great read!! This is a great series, I will be looking forward to the next book, and many many more.
Great read!! This is a great series, I will be looking forward to the next book, and many many more.
February 20, 2017
5 stars
All I can say is it's da n good! Read all 3 books now! Stavin is a hero you can really root for.
All I can say is it's da n good! Read all 3 books now! Stavin is a hero you can really root for.
June 14, 2021
Great story. Good moral values with strong equal characters.
I really enjoyed the series. Try to read it at least once a year. Fast paced plot and good characters with believable dialogue make it a fun series to enjoy. Highly recommend all six books in the series.
I really enjoyed the series. Try to read it at least once a year. Fast paced plot and good characters with believable dialogue make it a fun series to enjoy. Highly recommend all six books in the series.
February 26, 2017
Love this series
Advise read the first two books for everything to make sense but could get away with reading alone. Great series great characters and great ongoing story.
Advise read the first two books for everything to make sense but could get away with reading alone. Great series great characters and great ongoing story.
April 4, 2017
Reading this made me lose track of time
Got into reading I was late twice for appointments. Danger of reading on your phone. Really good book and series. I really was not sure how this book was going to go with so many threads but brought them together. I still do have minor issue with the names but it doesn't detract from the quality of the reading experience. I will be looking for the next book
Got into reading I was late twice for appointments. Danger of reading on your phone. Really good book and series. I really was not sure how this book was going to go with so many threads but brought them together. I still do have minor issue with the names but it doesn't detract from the quality of the reading experience. I will be looking for the next book
April 13, 2017
Sixth reading and still not old
I can't say how much I enjoy this series. Well written and well designed. Even book to book the story line, and plot pieces are woven through the story without one thread being lost. One of my pet complaints is when a point is brought up then never to be seen again. Not in this series. I would love to see how the books are mapped out so everything fits together so well.
I can't say how much I enjoy this series. Well written and well designed. Even book to book the story line, and plot pieces are woven through the story without one thread being lost. One of my pet complaints is when a point is brought up then never to be seen again. Not in this series. I would love to see how the books are mapped out so everything fits together so well.
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