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Street Rats of Aramoor #2
Hurricane
Being labeled as a killer is every Upakan’s dream.
Being labeled as the killer of your chieftain’s son . . . not so much.
Banished from his home at thirteen, Ayrion makes his way to the capital city of Aramoor in hopes of starting a new life. With high aspirations of making a name for himself, he soon discovers how dangerous and unforgiving those streets can be.
Can he learn to navigate Aramoor’s treacherous underbelly before it reaches up and swallows him whole?
The Street Rats of Aramoor series is an offshoot of the Aldoran Chronicles saga.
Street Rats of Aramoor Series
(Read in this order)
Book 0 | Banished
Book 1 | Hurricane
Being labeled as the killer of your chieftain’s son . . . not so much.
Banished from his home at thirteen, Ayrion makes his way to the capital city of Aramoor in hopes of starting a new life. With high aspirations of making a name for himself, he soon discovers how dangerous and unforgiving those streets can be.
Can he learn to navigate Aramoor’s treacherous underbelly before it reaches up and swallows him whole?
The Street Rats of Aramoor series is an offshoot of the Aldoran Chronicles saga.
Street Rats of Aramoor Series
(Read in this order)
Book 0 | Banished
Book 1 | Hurricane
318 pages, ebook
First published October 6, 2017
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About the author
Michael Wisehart
22 books610 followersLATEST RELEASES:
1. The Tunnels Beneath (The Aldoran Chronicles: Book 4) Releasing December 6th, 2022 on ebook and paperback.
2. Wildfire (Street Rats of Aramoor: Book 5) on Pre-Order. It releases April 5th on ebook.
3. The Four-Part Key (The Aldoran Chronicles: Book 3) Released October 5th, 2021 on ebook.
For more information on my work, visit: https://michaelwisehart.com/
If you're interested in signed copies of my books or collecting in-world merchandise, feel free to stop by Aramoor Market: https://store.michaelwisehart.com/
I don't spend a lot of time writing blog posts, but I do spend a good deal of time keeping up with my readers on Facebook. Feel free to pop in and say hello: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelWiseh...
Or if you prefer video: I've just opened a new YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsCw...
ABOUT ME:
I graduated with honors in Business Accounting, but instead of pursuing this field, I returned to school to study film. I spent the next several years honing my visual craft, which I put to good use as I took what I’d learned behind the camera and applied it to the written word.
On April 14, 2014, I opened my laptop and began typing what would become two multiple award-winning series: The Aldoran Chronicles, and Street Rats of Aramoor (both set within the same world, but twenty years apart). By the time my second book released, I had quit my day job, walking away from production altogether, to pursue my writing career.
You can get The White Tower's FREE prequel: (Shackled) by copying and pasting this link in your browser: www.michaelwisehart.com/shackled-wt
1. The Tunnels Beneath (The Aldoran Chronicles: Book 4) Releasing December 6th, 2022 on ebook and paperback.
2. Wildfire (Street Rats of Aramoor: Book 5) on Pre-Order. It releases April 5th on ebook.
3. The Four-Part Key (The Aldoran Chronicles: Book 3) Released October 5th, 2021 on ebook.
For more information on my work, visit: https://michaelwisehart.com/
If you're interested in signed copies of my books or collecting in-world merchandise, feel free to stop by Aramoor Market: https://store.michaelwisehart.com/
I don't spend a lot of time writing blog posts, but I do spend a good deal of time keeping up with my readers on Facebook. Feel free to pop in and say hello: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelWiseh...
Or if you prefer video: I've just opened a new YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsCw...
ABOUT ME:
I graduated with honors in Business Accounting, but instead of pursuing this field, I returned to school to study film. I spent the next several years honing my visual craft, which I put to good use as I took what I’d learned behind the camera and applied it to the written word.
On April 14, 2014, I opened my laptop and began typing what would become two multiple award-winning series: The Aldoran Chronicles, and Street Rats of Aramoor (both set within the same world, but twenty years apart). By the time my second book released, I had quit my day job, walking away from production altogether, to pursue my writing career.
You can get The White Tower's FREE prequel: (Shackled) by copying and pasting this link in your browser: www.michaelwisehart.com/shackled-wt
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February 6, 2018
I really enjoyed this story, probably more than the others I've read from this author. In Hurricane, he takes a bit more time to tell you about the characters and their motivations, and they suddenly become a lot more 3 dimensional and sympathetic. The White Tower was a good read, but it felt somehow rushed, even at the length it was.
If you enjoy adventure fantasy that looks at society and class and the place of children in various societies, the Street Rats books are a good bet.
If you enjoy adventure fantasy that looks at society and class and the place of children in various societies, the Street Rats books are a good bet.
November 20, 2017
Hurricane is not what I expected it to be.
The second book in the Street Rats of Aramoor takes us to a cutthroat environment where tribes of children exist. It is place governed by fear and the need to survive. Abandonment turned children brutal and unforgiving. It's everything that Ayrion's Upakan upbringing goes against.
Away from home and with no one to turn to, Ayrion begins to question his identity as he struggles to fit in to his new world. Even as a would-be assassin there's still a deep kindness to Ayrion that arises many times. Perhaps that is the curse his best friend keeps referring to!
I love Ayrion and Reevie's relationship. Their banter brings the much needed humour to the plot, and has left me adoring the duo.
Even though the romance in the book wasn't that highlighted, I felt it would have worked better to do without it because any narrative containing it felt awkward and pushed.
Hurricane showed a development in Ayrion's character from how he has come to shape his own beliefs, his interaction with others, and even the decision he comes to make in the end.
I received an e-ARC at no cost from the author in exchange for an honest review. Follow me at Camillea Reads and on IG: biblio.khaleesi for more bookish adventures.
The second book in the Street Rats of Aramoor takes us to a cutthroat environment where tribes of children exist. It is place governed by fear and the need to survive. Abandonment turned children brutal and unforgiving. It's everything that Ayrion's Upakan upbringing goes against.
Away from home and with no one to turn to, Ayrion begins to question his identity as he struggles to fit in to his new world. Even as a would-be assassin there's still a deep kindness to Ayrion that arises many times. Perhaps that is the curse his best friend keeps referring to!
I love Ayrion and Reevie's relationship. Their banter brings the much needed humour to the plot, and has left me adoring the duo.
Even though the romance in the book wasn't that highlighted, I felt it would have worked better to do without it because any narrative containing it felt awkward and pushed.
Hurricane showed a development in Ayrion's character from how he has come to shape his own beliefs, his interaction with others, and even the decision he comes to make in the end.
I received an e-ARC at no cost from the author in exchange for an honest review. Follow me at Camillea Reads and on IG: biblio.khaleesi for more bookish adventures.
March 24, 2022
A little more violent than I like and somewhat slower in a few parts, but this was still a fantastic read. I can’t wait for the next.
April 17, 2018
I love this book. I believe it will be in my 'all-time-favorite' list. My first series from Michael Wisehart.
This book (or series since it's the second) is about a 13yo boy named Ayrion. He was banished from his tribe because he's the best among them, and when you're the best you are either esteemed or despised then be followed or be kicked out. And leaving his tribe is the best way to keep his life and his family safe. (his banishment was the main plot of the first book). His father advised him to flee to Aramoor, a capital city of their land where he can stay and start a new life....thus the adventure of his life begin.
Ayrion has a strong character. He won't back down from a bully but swallow a beating if it will save his loved ones...well up to a point, really. He is mature for his age...so mature that I sometimes thought he is eighteen instead of thirteen. Though his maturity is attributed from his tough training and wise father who never failed to teach him how to be honest and honorable. I just wish that he was allowed to show his age through a little mischief or two or childish act about this and that. There's a tiny bit of childishness in there no matter how mature you are, even adults act juvenile sometimes.
What I like about this book is that it teaches the young readers 3 things: 1) no matter who you are, where you came from, what you can or cannot do you are worth something:
“Just look at these kids,” I said, pointing back to the open door. “They’re wounded in battle, but instead of being cared for and treated with respect for their service, they’re thrown into the streets like soiled rags.
“I don’t want to live like that. I’ve seen firsthand what it does. Everyone is worth something. Everyone should be given a chance to make something of themselves.” I laid a hand on his shoulder. “I can’t think of anyone more capable of taking what other people deem worthless and turning it into something worthwhile. Just look at me.”
2) that your environment, social status or upbringing shouldn't dictate what you should become – a good or bad person. Like Ayrion who grew up in a harsh society of assassins, train to become killer but brought up by a loving family, a caring mother and a philosophical father. He chose to always do the right thing no matter what the cause. He isn't the Mary Sue type because he can drop you off and turn his back on you if it's integral. Or Reeve who was brought up and apprenticed by a responsible father who was murdered and chose not to avenge him and become a healer to honor him instead. And Sapphire who escaped from a tyrannical father and negligent mother and chose to be a strong survivor than a whinny victim. Even Tubby who was treated like a predatory animal until Ayrion rescued him and turned out to be a protective ally.
3) that friendship and family matters, whoever that family is (biological, gang, tribe, guild, group etc)
The book showcased fighting, street politics, and humour (if you're smart enough to see it). It has a simple plot – surviving the street life in the world governed by gang of thieves and a Guild of corrupt leaders. Simple yet gripping, but a promise of a more sinister plot in the books to come. I can't wait to see the next book and the next, and the next and the next.
This book (or series since it's the second) is about a 13yo boy named Ayrion. He was banished from his tribe because he's the best among them, and when you're the best you are either esteemed or despised then be followed or be kicked out. And leaving his tribe is the best way to keep his life and his family safe. (his banishment was the main plot of the first book). His father advised him to flee to Aramoor, a capital city of their land where he can stay and start a new life....thus the adventure of his life begin.
Ayrion has a strong character. He won't back down from a bully but swallow a beating if it will save his loved ones...well up to a point, really. He is mature for his age...so mature that I sometimes thought he is eighteen instead of thirteen. Though his maturity is attributed from his tough training and wise father who never failed to teach him how to be honest and honorable. I just wish that he was allowed to show his age through a little mischief or two or childish act about this and that. There's a tiny bit of childishness in there no matter how mature you are, even adults act juvenile sometimes.
What I like about this book is that it teaches the young readers 3 things: 1) no matter who you are, where you came from, what you can or cannot do you are worth something:
“Just look at these kids,” I said, pointing back to the open door. “They’re wounded in battle, but instead of being cared for and treated with respect for their service, they’re thrown into the streets like soiled rags.
“I don’t want to live like that. I’ve seen firsthand what it does. Everyone is worth something. Everyone should be given a chance to make something of themselves.” I laid a hand on his shoulder. “I can’t think of anyone more capable of taking what other people deem worthless and turning it into something worthwhile. Just look at me.”
2) that your environment, social status or upbringing shouldn't dictate what you should become – a good or bad person. Like Ayrion who grew up in a harsh society of assassins, train to become killer but brought up by a loving family, a caring mother and a philosophical father. He chose to always do the right thing no matter what the cause. He isn't the Mary Sue type because he can drop you off and turn his back on you if it's integral. Or Reeve who was brought up and apprenticed by a responsible father who was murdered and chose not to avenge him and become a healer to honor him instead. And Sapphire who escaped from a tyrannical father and negligent mother and chose to be a strong survivor than a whinny victim. Even Tubby who was treated like a predatory animal until Ayrion rescued him and turned out to be a protective ally.
3) that friendship and family matters, whoever that family is (biological, gang, tribe, guild, group etc)
The book showcased fighting, street politics, and humour (if you're smart enough to see it). It has a simple plot – surviving the street life in the world governed by gang of thieves and a Guild of corrupt leaders. Simple yet gripping, but a promise of a more sinister plot in the books to come. I can't wait to see the next book and the next, and the next and the next.
September 11, 2023
Enjoyed seeing aramor from this side.
May 8, 2018
Wonderful, exciting and fun
I was so disappointed when I realized that I had reached the end of the story. Up to this point I had been so enthralled I didn't even notice how much I had read.
The characters were well written and the lead so sympathetic it was easy to get sucked in and lost while immersed in their lives and adventures!
Can't wait to read more!!!
I was so disappointed when I realized that I had reached the end of the story. Up to this point I had been so enthralled I didn't even notice how much I had read.
The characters were well written and the lead so sympathetic it was easy to get sucked in and lost while immersed in their lives and adventures!
Can't wait to read more!!!
April 9, 2018
Another great adventure.
This is another book by Michael Wizehart that I couldn't put down. Think I'm kidding? I left a review for the first book in the series yesterday. Ayrion just can't seem to stay out if trouble, but with each problem, comes more friendships. The characters and story are so well written. This is an amazing world, where good can make a difference. I am so glad I found this series of books, they are filled with action, adventure, and a little magic. You really need to read these books.
This is another book by Michael Wizehart that I couldn't put down. Think I'm kidding? I left a review for the first book in the series yesterday. Ayrion just can't seem to stay out if trouble, but with each problem, comes more friendships. The characters and story are so well written. This is an amazing world, where good can make a difference. I am so glad I found this series of books, they are filled with action, adventure, and a little magic. You really need to read these books.
October 25, 2017
Excellent read. Great characters. Good morals. Helps but not absolutely necessary to have read the White Tower. Am looking forward to more form author.
Excellent read. Great characters. Good morals. Helps but not absolutely necessary to have read the White Tower. Am looking forward to more from author.
Excellent read. Great characters. Good morals. Helps but not absolutely necessary to have read the White Tower. Am looking forward to more from author.
November 15, 2017
Thoroughly rewarding
This is such a great book. Reading this book was like enjoying a fantastic meal. The continued character development was great. A great fantasy book that has such a great take on the value of each person. Not only did I come away entertained, but also enriched. I cannot recommend this book more highly.
This is such a great book. Reading this book was like enjoying a fantastic meal. The continued character development was great. A great fantasy book that has such a great take on the value of each person. Not only did I come away entertained, but also enriched. I cannot recommend this book more highly.
February 8, 2018
Great book
I am enjoying the entire series. The plot is well thought out, the characters well developed and the storytelling is great. I recommend this book (and series) to any who loves a feel good read
I am enjoying the entire series. The plot is well thought out, the characters well developed and the storytelling is great. I recommend this book (and series) to any who loves a feel good read
February 28, 2018
Family Fun
Good wholesome family reading. Great story, endearing characters, (they are so much like my own children) lots of adventure and action. Appreciate the added subtle lessons in humanity.
Good wholesome family reading. Great story, endearing characters, (they are so much like my own children) lots of adventure and action. Appreciate the added subtle lessons in humanity.
October 23, 2017
I like getting to know these characters before they grew up. Questions were answered and new speculations to think about til the next book in the series comes out!
November 11, 2017
Hurricane
Love how in spite of all the things that go wrong, the hero keeps going and believes he can make a difference.
Love how in spite of all the things that go wrong, the hero keeps going and believes he can make a difference.
December 6, 2017
Great story
Great story line. Left me wanting more. Can't wait for next book written by Michael. I have enjoyed everything about this series.
Great story line. Left me wanting more. Can't wait for next book written by Michael. I have enjoyed everything about this series.
February 12, 2018
Have enjoyed both Banished and Hurricane. Looking forward to a third tale.
April 27, 2023
Garbage. Don't read this series.
I'll never understand Amazon forcing out critical reviews.
That said, opening scenes. 13 year old trained assassin boy gets in a fight to the death against desperate 10 to 15 year old street waifs. Completely owns them droves on 1 at a time until being overwhelmed, mindlessly, unending onslaught... do we care about how people actually react to things? No? Carry on. Continue. Children, after all, never react to another kid being extraordinarily skilled at fighting, training from the moment they could walk and breathe. As opposed to... never. #sarcasm.
I cannot support or continue a book that so terribly breaks with any semblance of reactivity towards human behavior. The first book was pretty god AWFUL about pirates and SHIPS on a... river? Rivers aren't big enough for ships mate, and pirates need to be able to escape in more than 2 directions. Everything about it was beyond absurd, but forgivable. Once I realized what this set was a prequel to, White Tower, I should have tossed it out immediately, that book made my drivel pile a couple years ago.
However, few books make my scorn pile except when they write mindless fight sequences that have things that absolutely MUST be responded to. Such as white eyes. And an insanely skilled fighter. And so much more. No mob fights with such disregard to their own health, safety, wellbeing and completely ignoring their opponent in every way. Nobody has no fear and feels no pain, especially children. The fact that this author is writing a trilogy focused so violently on children and ignoring them at the same time is just bizarre.
I'll never understand Amazon forcing out critical reviews.
That said, opening scenes. 13 year old trained assassin boy gets in a fight to the death against desperate 10 to 15 year old street waifs. Completely owns them droves on 1 at a time until being overwhelmed, mindlessly, unending onslaught... do we care about how people actually react to things? No? Carry on. Continue. Children, after all, never react to another kid being extraordinarily skilled at fighting, training from the moment they could walk and breathe. As opposed to... never. #sarcasm.
I cannot support or continue a book that so terribly breaks with any semblance of reactivity towards human behavior. The first book was pretty god AWFUL about pirates and SHIPS on a... river? Rivers aren't big enough for ships mate, and pirates need to be able to escape in more than 2 directions. Everything about it was beyond absurd, but forgivable. Once I realized what this set was a prequel to, White Tower, I should have tossed it out immediately, that book made my drivel pile a couple years ago.
However, few books make my scorn pile except when they write mindless fight sequences that have things that absolutely MUST be responded to. Such as white eyes. And an insanely skilled fighter. And so much more. No mob fights with such disregard to their own health, safety, wellbeing and completely ignoring their opponent in every way. Nobody has no fear and feels no pain, especially children. The fact that this author is writing a trilogy focused so violently on children and ignoring them at the same time is just bizarre.
April 29, 2024
This was the 2nd installment into the Street Rats of Aramour series from Michael Wisehart. I had heard this series was fun and entertaining throughout, so I read the first book about a month ago and thought it was a fun read.
The first one focused mainly on Arion's roots and history before he is 'Banished' and sets out completely alone. The first book seemed like several stories in one and focused a lot on his relationship with his father. This book started when he finally reaches Aramour, and he is welcomed like a lot of small town folks when they move to the big city. A bit of a shock for him at first.
This book gets right into the action from the start and follows Arion as he meets the people who will become his new family in the city.
This series is pretty easy reading in that it doesn't require you to remember 50 characters and how they affect the plot two or three books down the road. It's just a quick simple fast reading adventure that isn't quite as in depth as one of the larger more complex fantasy series. Despite his warrior upbringing and training as a contract killer his heart and tendency to want to help others shows up again.
I don't know that I thought this was quite as good as the first book, but it's a quick read and entertaining enough to keep those pages turning at a fast pace. I hate to call it a pallet cleanser, but it's a nice recovery from some of those 800 page behemoths out there.
I will be continuing on in the series to see what Arion gets up to.
The first one focused mainly on Arion's roots and history before he is 'Banished' and sets out completely alone. The first book seemed like several stories in one and focused a lot on his relationship with his father. This book started when he finally reaches Aramour, and he is welcomed like a lot of small town folks when they move to the big city. A bit of a shock for him at first.
This book gets right into the action from the start and follows Arion as he meets the people who will become his new family in the city.
This series is pretty easy reading in that it doesn't require you to remember 50 characters and how they affect the plot two or three books down the road. It's just a quick simple fast reading adventure that isn't quite as in depth as one of the larger more complex fantasy series. Despite his warrior upbringing and training as a contract killer his heart and tendency to want to help others shows up again.
I don't know that I thought this was quite as good as the first book, but it's a quick read and entertaining enough to keep those pages turning at a fast pace. I hate to call it a pallet cleanser, but it's a nice recovery from some of those 800 page behemoths out there.
I will be continuing on in the series to see what Arion gets up to.
December 5, 2018
I honestly do not know what happened to the character from the first book because this one seems to be quite a bit different. The author is an excellent writer very flamboyant in his writing and does an excellent job. I think this is the only reason I actually finish this book. Unfortunately the creativity and excellent story line from the first book was totally lost. Starting with the very first event in this book everything was a cliché and totally predictable. In order for the events to happen in the way the author wanted them to happen, he had to throw in a great deal of stupid and random events in order to handicap the main character. The event was so ridiculously predictable that I almost wanted to see the main character get killed just so that it didn’t happen like 1000 other stories before. It is very sad to see an author with such great writing skills and potential have no creativity and must feel like they have to copy other writers stories line. The storyline of Oliver Twist has been done so many times before I can even count them all. With a little Deus Ex Machina to cripple the main character and Wala we can tell the story much like Oliver Twist.
January 5, 2019
While I enjoyed Michael Wisehart’s first book, The White Tower, I found I enjoyed his newest series – Street Rats of Aramoor – far more. It was simply less violent and more fun.
This series, so far consisting of two books – Banished and Hurricane, takes place before Wisehart’s The White Tower. It follows a 13-year-old boy named Ayrion, a character you meet as an adult in The White Tower, and tells of his life before he ended up serving as the king’s protector. You learn where he came from and how he ended up in Aramoor.
While the series at this point stops short of telling how Ayrion first meets the king of Aaramoor, I would not be surprised if there are more books to follow, and if there aren’t, as it stands now, the ending of the second book will leave you satisfied.
This is definitely a book worth reading (or listening to if you prefer audio books), and it will be added to my “favorites” list.
To see what other books I enjoy, visit my blog: https://rpbooklist.wordpress.com/
This series, so far consisting of two books – Banished and Hurricane, takes place before Wisehart’s The White Tower. It follows a 13-year-old boy named Ayrion, a character you meet as an adult in The White Tower, and tells of his life before he ended up serving as the king’s protector. You learn where he came from and how he ended up in Aramoor.
While the series at this point stops short of telling how Ayrion first meets the king of Aaramoor, I would not be surprised if there are more books to follow, and if there aren’t, as it stands now, the ending of the second book will leave you satisfied.
This is definitely a book worth reading (or listening to if you prefer audio books), and it will be added to my “favorites” list.
To see what other books I enjoy, visit my blog: https://rpbooklist.wordpress.com/
August 24, 2020
Well this book started with a REALLY bad event. This was a complete continuation of book 1, like it literally could have been the very next chapter. It was a heartbreaking scene and it actually made me mad, but more because I was upset for Ayrion. Again, a bad thing happens, but that causes him to he meet Reevie, so was it really bad?
This book continues on with his adventures as he jumps from one catastrophe to another, yet somehow he seems to make it out okay. Again, the book does not cover a lot of time. Between books 1 and 2, he is STILL 13 years old. There hasn't even been a year since he left his family. I'm not sure how many books are going to have to be written until we meet up with him as a grown up? Or, will it stop somewhere in the middle? Not sure. I just realized that there is a book 3 out, so I'm going to find it and continue on with Ayrion's journey.
This book continues on with his adventures as he jumps from one catastrophe to another, yet somehow he seems to make it out okay. Again, the book does not cover a lot of time. Between books 1 and 2, he is STILL 13 years old. There hasn't even been a year since he left his family. I'm not sure how many books are going to have to be written until we meet up with him as a grown up? Or, will it stop somewhere in the middle? Not sure. I just realized that there is a book 3 out, so I'm going to find it and continue on with Ayrion's journey.
June 26, 2018
I have to say, I liked this one better than the first one. Not as much world building, but definitely more character building. We finally see where our main character is headed, and overall, I like it, it suits him.
There's way more compassion in this volume, though there's still the betrayal and the brutality we saw in the first book, though perhaps here it's with a bit more necessity, though I suppose that's debatable. Nonetheless, there's plenty of action here, for those who crave it. If you like the whole facing off against impossible odds, hand to hand combat and just trying to find your place, this book will likely appeal to you. I found it to be a decent read myself, and now I'm off to read the white tower.
There's way more compassion in this volume, though there's still the betrayal and the brutality we saw in the first book, though perhaps here it's with a bit more necessity, though I suppose that's debatable. Nonetheless, there's plenty of action here, for those who crave it. If you like the whole facing off against impossible odds, hand to hand combat and just trying to find your place, this book will likely appeal to you. I found it to be a decent read myself, and now I'm off to read the white tower.
December 10, 2019
Love street rats!
I really enjoyed these books for pure escapism with just the right amount of excitement without unnecessary angst and pointless deaths of characters that you grow to love. The world is interesting and well thought out but the magic is rather unexplained o this point. This series is incomplete though so be warned. It doesn’t end in too much of a cliffhanger though. If you’re like me and you typically like to wait until the series if finished so you can rip though it back to back you will need to wait. Just make sure you don’t forget this author. As I am a voracious reader I seldom ever start a series that’s not complete but I’m glad I did in this case. I just hope I remember to keep my eyes open for the rest of this series..
I really enjoyed these books for pure escapism with just the right amount of excitement without unnecessary angst and pointless deaths of characters that you grow to love. The world is interesting and well thought out but the magic is rather unexplained o this point. This series is incomplete though so be warned. It doesn’t end in too much of a cliffhanger though. If you’re like me and you typically like to wait until the series if finished so you can rip though it back to back you will need to wait. Just make sure you don’t forget this author. As I am a voracious reader I seldom ever start a series that’s not complete but I’m glad I did in this case. I just hope I remember to keep my eyes open for the rest of this series..
June 19, 2022
In book 2, Ayrion becomes a part of the Hurricane gang, led by the redhead Spats. There are other things going on here, but the main thing is Ayrion proving himself while Spats relies on Ayrion to keep him alive.
While the story is fine, it's a letdown after the sprawling story we had in book 1. That was a well thought out fantasy series, while book two is more focused in the city of Aramoor.
I still don't understand how these kids (most are under ten, with the leadership being thirteen and fourteen) are able to run these gangs without them falling over. Ayrion is a bright kid, but he doesn't know logistics, long term planning, or any of the other necessary skills to run a large organization.
More disappointing, the skill that he does know well is how to be an assassin, and he doesn't use that skill at all.
4/5*
While the story is fine, it's a letdown after the sprawling story we had in book 1. That was a well thought out fantasy series, while book two is more focused in the city of Aramoor.
I still don't understand how these kids (most are under ten, with the leadership being thirteen and fourteen) are able to run these gangs without them falling over. Ayrion is a bright kid, but he doesn't know logistics, long term planning, or any of the other necessary skills to run a large organization.
More disappointing, the skill that he does know well is how to be an assassin, and he doesn't use that skill at all.
4/5*
February 24, 2022
An exceptional sequel.
Typically, sequels are awaited with eagerness or wariness. This book falls and holds up against the former.
Aryion is slowing settling into his new life in Aramoor, but he makes choices, and has a few thrown at him, that will have long lasting effects. Hate and hope battle (literally) in this city sub world.
The book moves fast, and though I figured a few things out, I still really enjoyed how the adventure plays out. Characters develop beautifully as they carve their path through a world full of hate and anger.
Christa
Typically, sequels are awaited with eagerness or wariness. This book falls and holds up against the former.
Aryion is slowing settling into his new life in Aramoor, but he makes choices, and has a few thrown at him, that will have long lasting effects. Hate and hope battle (literally) in this city sub world.
The book moves fast, and though I figured a few things out, I still really enjoyed how the adventure plays out. Characters develop beautifully as they carve their path through a world full of hate and anger.
Christa
July 7, 2025
Hurricane starts off with Ayrion's arrival in the great city of Aramoor, where he's treated to the special welcome of one of five native street gangs. Each is named after a natural disaster, which eased my curiosity regarding the naming conventions of books 2–6. This was another solid entry, albeit short and relatively predictable. I enjoyed the detailed workings of the gangs, or "tribes". Overall, I wish the story weren't quite so dark and the writing a bit less crude, so that I could recommend it for younger kids, as it's written for older teens.
June 21, 2018
GReat Adventurous Fantasy Read
This story of a banished kid who goes to the big city only to be robbed and left for dead his first day there is a very entertaining action packed story that I really enjoyed. The MC is a prodigy warrior assassin kid who gets taken down by a few dozen street rats. After recovering he is forced to join a gang and quickly rises. Can't wait for the next book...
This story of a banished kid who goes to the big city only to be robbed and left for dead his first day there is a very entertaining action packed story that I really enjoyed. The MC is a prodigy warrior assassin kid who gets taken down by a few dozen street rats. After recovering he is forced to join a gang and quickly rises. Can't wait for the next book...
October 28, 2020
Another good read!
Ayrion's journey into the bowels of Aramoor are getting better and better. In this installment he gets an even better idea of who he truly is. The story telling is top notch. The characters are so well described and written you really almost feel like you actually know them.
Can't wait to finish this trilogy and see what else Mr Wisehart has in store!
I highly recommend this series to anybody looking to get way for a bit.
Ayrion's journey into the bowels of Aramoor are getting better and better. In this installment he gets an even better idea of who he truly is. The story telling is top notch. The characters are so well described and written you really almost feel like you actually know them.
Can't wait to finish this trilogy and see what else Mr Wisehart has in store!
I highly recommend this series to anybody looking to get way for a bit.
November 12, 2022
A great storyteller
Wisehart is a great storyteller with character descriptions so outstanding that you end up caring so much about what happens next to the characters.
And just like his other books the fight scenes takes you to the fight at hand.
Also a great thing about this book is that it answered some questions about Ayrion from the Aldoran Chronicals that you would have never known unless you read this book.
On to Book 3.
Wisehart is a great storyteller with character descriptions so outstanding that you end up caring so much about what happens next to the characters.
And just like his other books the fight scenes takes you to the fight at hand.
Also a great thing about this book is that it answered some questions about Ayrion from the Aldoran Chronicals that you would have never known unless you read this book.
On to Book 3.
June 5, 2023
Magnificent!
I was caught completely by surprise by how fantastic this story became, suddenly. I can't believe it. I was ready to count this as yet another okay series to hold me until my favorites came out with their next instalments. If this series its merely a prequel, then I can only imagine how great the main books are. I salute the author, this man knows how to do more than merely, entertain. I have a feeling he means to inspire greater things in his readers.
I was caught completely by surprise by how fantastic this story became, suddenly. I can't believe it. I was ready to count this as yet another okay series to hold me until my favorites came out with their next instalments. If this series its merely a prequel, then I can only imagine how great the main books are. I salute the author, this man knows how to do more than merely, entertain. I have a feeling he means to inspire greater things in his readers.
September 17, 2023
Mad Max for Fantasy
Ok, so, I do really enjoy Ayrion as a character and I am very much looking forward to the next book in the Alondrian series. However, with all the “crossovers” this author has used, I’m starting to feel it’s a little, wanting, for lack of a better term. Again, character development and interactions are superb. I just wish he was a bit more original with his story lines. I’ve lost count of how many other stories he has “pulled from”.
Ok, so, I do really enjoy Ayrion as a character and I am very much looking forward to the next book in the Alondrian series. However, with all the “crossovers” this author has used, I’m starting to feel it’s a little, wanting, for lack of a better term. Again, character development and interactions are superb. I just wish he was a bit more original with his story lines. I’ve lost count of how many other stories he has “pulled from”.
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