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The Wheel of Eight #2
Damon Ich
Damon Ich, an introverted and lonely workaholic, lives in a paradise with power to do anything, and to go anywhere, at any time. He uses this gift to help people in need. One night, he rescues a man who is revealed to be the founder of his way of life - and suggests a rescue mission he can't refuse. The meeting and the rescue set off a train of events that shatter everything. Damon Ich realises that he isn't alone in being able to do anything. Two invincible forces collide in a torrent of bewildering, revealing and eventually catastrophic events, dramatically changing Damon Ich's life forever. Will the role of humanity's guardian angel be preserved? Find out by reading Damon Ich today.
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Published December 16, 2020
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March 21, 2022
I greatly enjoyed Aaron D. Key’s second book in the Wheel of Eight series. Damon Ich, the title character, is a time traveler with the ability to send versions of himself to different timelines/alternate dimensions. The writing is wonderfully detailed, with lovely descriptions. I especially liked the scenes in the tower in the desert. I also was glad to see some characters from Herai back, Monte and Koa, even Glant. Looking forward to the next book in the series!
December 21, 2020
‘Time travel was troubling. I did not understand it completely’
British author Aaron D. Key made his literary debut with HERAI, a novel that introduced his affection for the concept of time travel and parallel worlds, creating a series he calls THE WHEEL OF EIGHT. Now he adds Book 2 – DAMON ICH – and it is becoming apparent that he is an artist of note!
The narrator of this gossamer lyric is introduced to us in a fashion that serves to indicate the mood of the story. Simply, this is ‘The Gardener’s Tale’ related as follows: ‘My name is, well my name is irrelevant. I felt that I should start by introducing myself as I might do if I met you, the reader, in person but I know really that I am not important. I will relate only a few small facts about myself to explain where the story I am about to tell you comes from. I am a gardener by trade. I have spent forty-fie years, this being my age, being haunted by dreams and images of different places and people. Some people think that I am stupid; I see it in their eyes, but I do not feel stupid. I am a slow thinker but a deep thinker and my mind is often not where it should be: in the present, in its place with my body and my surroundings…’
Drawing us into this story Aaron pushes open a portal into a strange but entrancing place where the central character gains a name: ’My name is Damon Ich. I am an ancestor of yours from your future.’ In a conversation with a tortured soul the spin of the ideas for this story become evident. Aaron explains the developing path well – ‘Damon Ich, an introverted and lonely workaholic, lives in a paradise with power to do anything, and to go anywhere, at any time. He uses this gift to help people in need. One night, he rescues a man who is revealed to be the founder of his way of life - and suggests a rescue mission he can't refuse. The meeting and the rescue set off a train of events that shatter everything. Damon Ich realises that he isn't alone in being able to do anything. Two invincible forces collide in a torrent of bewildering, revealing and eventually catastrophic events, dramatically changing Damon Ich's life forever. Will the role of humanity’s guardian angel be preserved?’
The euphonious prose with which Aaron has painted this tale is exhilarating, much like an epic poem in the quality of writing. The concept of time travel is at first a bit disconcerting to follow, but within a few pages the journey on which we are being accompanied feels natural and credible, in a fantasy sort of way! This author makes a strong impression with his imagination and skillful exposition. Very highly recommended.
Merged review:
‘Time travel was troubling. I did not understand it completely’
British author Aaron D. Key made his literary debut with HERAI, a novel that introduced his affection for the concept of time travel and parallel worlds, creating a series he calls THE WHEEL OF EIGHT. Now he adds Book 2 – DAMON ICH – and it is becoming apparent that he is an artist of note!
The narrator of this gossamer lyric is introduced to us in a fashion that serves to indicate the mood of the story. Simply, this is ‘The Gardener’s Tale’ related as follows: ‘My name is, well my name is irrelevant. I felt that I should start by introducing myself as I might do if I met you, the reader, in person but I know really that I am not important. I will relate only a few small facts about myself to explain where the story I am about to tell you comes from. I am a gardener by trade. I have spent forty-fie years, this being my age, being haunted by dreams and images of different places and people. Some people think that I am stupid; I see it in their eyes, but I do not feel stupid. I am a slow thinker but a deep thinker and my mind is often not where it should be: in the present, in its place with my body and my surroundings…’
Drawing us into this story Aaron pushes open a portal into a strange but entrancing place where the central character gains a name: ’My name is Damon Ich. I am an ancestor of yours from your future.’ In a conversation with a tortured soul the spin of the ideas for this story become evident. Aaron explains the developing path well – ‘Damon Ich, an introverted and lonely workaholic, lives in a paradise with power to do anything, and to go anywhere, at any time. He uses this gift to help people in need. One night, he rescues a man who is revealed to be the founder of his way of life - and suggests a rescue mission he can't refuse. The meeting and the rescue set off a train of events that shatter everything. Damon Ich realises that he isn't alone in being able to do anything. Two invincible forces collide in a torrent of bewildering, revealing and eventually catastrophic events, dramatically changing Damon Ich's life forever. Will the role of humanity’s guardian angel be preserved?’
The euphonious prose with which Aaron has painted this tale is exhilarating, much like an epic poem in the quality of writing. The concept of time travel is at first a bit disconcerting to follow, but within a few pages the journey on which we are being accompanied feels natural and credible, in a fantasy sort of way! This author makes a strong impression with his imagination and skillful exposition. Very highly recommended.
British author Aaron D. Key made his literary debut with HERAI, a novel that introduced his affection for the concept of time travel and parallel worlds, creating a series he calls THE WHEEL OF EIGHT. Now he adds Book 2 – DAMON ICH – and it is becoming apparent that he is an artist of note!
The narrator of this gossamer lyric is introduced to us in a fashion that serves to indicate the mood of the story. Simply, this is ‘The Gardener’s Tale’ related as follows: ‘My name is, well my name is irrelevant. I felt that I should start by introducing myself as I might do if I met you, the reader, in person but I know really that I am not important. I will relate only a few small facts about myself to explain where the story I am about to tell you comes from. I am a gardener by trade. I have spent forty-fie years, this being my age, being haunted by dreams and images of different places and people. Some people think that I am stupid; I see it in their eyes, but I do not feel stupid. I am a slow thinker but a deep thinker and my mind is often not where it should be: in the present, in its place with my body and my surroundings…’
Drawing us into this story Aaron pushes open a portal into a strange but entrancing place where the central character gains a name: ’My name is Damon Ich. I am an ancestor of yours from your future.’ In a conversation with a tortured soul the spin of the ideas for this story become evident. Aaron explains the developing path well – ‘Damon Ich, an introverted and lonely workaholic, lives in a paradise with power to do anything, and to go anywhere, at any time. He uses this gift to help people in need. One night, he rescues a man who is revealed to be the founder of his way of life - and suggests a rescue mission he can't refuse. The meeting and the rescue set off a train of events that shatter everything. Damon Ich realises that he isn't alone in being able to do anything. Two invincible forces collide in a torrent of bewildering, revealing and eventually catastrophic events, dramatically changing Damon Ich's life forever. Will the role of humanity’s guardian angel be preserved?’
The euphonious prose with which Aaron has painted this tale is exhilarating, much like an epic poem in the quality of writing. The concept of time travel is at first a bit disconcerting to follow, but within a few pages the journey on which we are being accompanied feels natural and credible, in a fantasy sort of way! This author makes a strong impression with his imagination and skillful exposition. Very highly recommended.
Merged review:
‘Time travel was troubling. I did not understand it completely’
British author Aaron D. Key made his literary debut with HERAI, a novel that introduced his affection for the concept of time travel and parallel worlds, creating a series he calls THE WHEEL OF EIGHT. Now he adds Book 2 – DAMON ICH – and it is becoming apparent that he is an artist of note!
The narrator of this gossamer lyric is introduced to us in a fashion that serves to indicate the mood of the story. Simply, this is ‘The Gardener’s Tale’ related as follows: ‘My name is, well my name is irrelevant. I felt that I should start by introducing myself as I might do if I met you, the reader, in person but I know really that I am not important. I will relate only a few small facts about myself to explain where the story I am about to tell you comes from. I am a gardener by trade. I have spent forty-fie years, this being my age, being haunted by dreams and images of different places and people. Some people think that I am stupid; I see it in their eyes, but I do not feel stupid. I am a slow thinker but a deep thinker and my mind is often not where it should be: in the present, in its place with my body and my surroundings…’
Drawing us into this story Aaron pushes open a portal into a strange but entrancing place where the central character gains a name: ’My name is Damon Ich. I am an ancestor of yours from your future.’ In a conversation with a tortured soul the spin of the ideas for this story become evident. Aaron explains the developing path well – ‘Damon Ich, an introverted and lonely workaholic, lives in a paradise with power to do anything, and to go anywhere, at any time. He uses this gift to help people in need. One night, he rescues a man who is revealed to be the founder of his way of life - and suggests a rescue mission he can't refuse. The meeting and the rescue set off a train of events that shatter everything. Damon Ich realises that he isn't alone in being able to do anything. Two invincible forces collide in a torrent of bewildering, revealing and eventually catastrophic events, dramatically changing Damon Ich's life forever. Will the role of humanity’s guardian angel be preserved?’
The euphonious prose with which Aaron has painted this tale is exhilarating, much like an epic poem in the quality of writing. The concept of time travel is at first a bit disconcerting to follow, but within a few pages the journey on which we are being accompanied feels natural and credible, in a fantasy sort of way! This author makes a strong impression with his imagination and skillful exposition. Very highly recommended.
July 18, 2021
I loved Damon Ich and his time travel in Herron. It was great to see the different world and how he goes on a mission that changes everything. I loved the storyline and the characters. The author did a great job describing this world. This fantasy, action, and love story that will not disappoint. This was a phenomenal book and I enjoyed reading this book.
December 21, 2020
Damon Ich by Aaron D. Key being the second in The Wheel of Eight Book series by the author is a superbly written and well-executed fantasy novel. The author certainly has a highly descriptive way with words creating memorable scenes for the main character and imbuing him with distinctive qualities. The lyrical language is noteworthy and sets the tone for the entire book nicely. As an introvert Damon lives in his own little beautiful world, is a gardener, yet he has the ability to time travel and changes his surroundings at will. Mostly he uses his ability to help other people, but of course, in any well-written story, there are other more insidious forces at work. You will enjoy this well-paced and compelling work of literature. Few authors can combine expert characterization with a lovely fantasy story, one filled with adventure, danger, and wonder, but this author does that and more. Highly recommend.
December 27, 2022
“People were not supposed to experience time in this way.” And yet the reader tumbles from time to place and character. Center the self in the gardener; all the rest will fall into place.
July 22, 2021
Aaron D. Key takes command over his dynamic characters and eloquent descriptions in Damon Ich, the second book in The Wheel of Eight. Key moves through time painting a picture with such skill I’ve only recognized it in very few authors. The writing was akin to the most carefully crafted symphony. He weaved through time utilizing the nonlinear storytelling to his advantage, which is hard to do. Most author’s attempt at such writing ends up choppy and disjointed. The back and forth between past and present can sometimes pull you away from the story before you’re able to get immersed in it. However, this was not the case for Key. Nothing was lost between the passages of time throughout the plot.
My favorite character is the main character, Damon Ich, for whom the book is named. Damon is a careful and considerate person. He, for reasons I won’t name to avoid spoilers, has an almost clinical control over his emotions. It is the nature of his position and out of his control, though this doesn’t stop him from recognizing his emotions and acting on them. It makes you appreciate his decisions more and had me rooting for him before I even realized it. There was a balance Key was able to maintain in showing the clinical nature of Damon Ich’s demeanor. Some writers fail at this because it is a balance where one tiny misstep can tip the scale, but Key was a master at showing Damon Ich’s personality while never compromising or “fixing” Damon.
Every aspect of Damon Ich was down tenderly. The plot, while complex, was resolved in a way that left me relieved and thankful. I am a sucker for a happy ending even as I recognize not all stories should have them. Damon Ich, a tale that had me so engrossed I read it in under five hours, has easily been added to the list of my favorite books ever read.
My favorite character is the main character, Damon Ich, for whom the book is named. Damon is a careful and considerate person. He, for reasons I won’t name to avoid spoilers, has an almost clinical control over his emotions. It is the nature of his position and out of his control, though this doesn’t stop him from recognizing his emotions and acting on them. It makes you appreciate his decisions more and had me rooting for him before I even realized it. There was a balance Key was able to maintain in showing the clinical nature of Damon Ich’s demeanor. Some writers fail at this because it is a balance where one tiny misstep can tip the scale, but Key was a master at showing Damon Ich’s personality while never compromising or “fixing” Damon.
Every aspect of Damon Ich was down tenderly. The plot, while complex, was resolved in a way that left me relieved and thankful. I am a sucker for a happy ending even as I recognize not all stories should have them. Damon Ich, a tale that had me so engrossed I read it in under five hours, has easily been added to the list of my favorite books ever read.
March 19, 2021
Wow, this is a slow burn. Some people are calling the book 'lyrical' and that's certainly true. The use of language is stunning, but since my usual reads are outside this genre, I had a hard time adjusting to the pace and the wideness of the fantasy world. I mean, things happen, but not in the same timeframe that you and I are experiencing. In the end, that seems to be the whole point of the book. It's a different universe out there, and if you're prepared to let loose the side and float out into the river, it's a dazzling and immersive experience.
I can honestly say I've never read a book like this before, but it's the kind of mind changer that I would happily pass on to a friend. 'Just try it, you'll be amazed', is the sort of conversation to start with.
I can honestly say I've never read a book like this before, but it's the kind of mind changer that I would happily pass on to a friend. 'Just try it, you'll be amazed', is the sort of conversation to start with.
June 5, 2022
Time travel and different worlds
A very interesting story. Damon Ich has power and this allows him to find and help people. One of those people ends up being someone very important to him. He also ends up at Glant's city, challenging the tyrant and freeing his people. There is someone hiding in Glant that ends up being the big bad of the whole book.
Its definitely different story-wise but the hardest part for me was when Damon Ich changed? Im not sure how else to describe it but i did get a little lost there and it took me a while to figure out exactly what was going on. Otherwise a pretty solid story.
A very interesting story. Damon Ich has power and this allows him to find and help people. One of those people ends up being someone very important to him. He also ends up at Glant's city, challenging the tyrant and freeing his people. There is someone hiding in Glant that ends up being the big bad of the whole book.
Its definitely different story-wise but the hardest part for me was when Damon Ich changed? Im not sure how else to describe it but i did get a little lost there and it took me a while to figure out exactly what was going on. Otherwise a pretty solid story.
February 25, 2025
This is the second book in the series.
This is the story of Damon ich. Who can do anything . The story takes place in a fictional world. Damon ich is not a bad person. So he helps his abilities to those who need it.
Twist in the tale comes when he comes to know he's not alone. There is another person there with the same abilities.
Two forces of the same nature collide what happens in the story.
I liked the idea. The narration and world building was good. But this novel had so many elements to explore.
Liked the writing.
This is the story of Damon ich. Who can do anything . The story takes place in a fictional world. Damon ich is not a bad person. So he helps his abilities to those who need it.
Twist in the tale comes when he comes to know he's not alone. There is another person there with the same abilities.
Two forces of the same nature collide what happens in the story.
I liked the idea. The narration and world building was good. But this novel had so many elements to explore.
Liked the writing.
November 8, 2021
A shift in time.
For Damon Ich time and space keep shifting. He must find a way to anchor himself in one place. Aaron Key has given us a second installment in this epoch of misplaced time, strange worlds, and characters of unimaginable power. I found it incredibly interesting and liked it immensely.
For Damon Ich time and space keep shifting. He must find a way to anchor himself in one place. Aaron Key has given us a second installment in this epoch of misplaced time, strange worlds, and characters of unimaginable power. I found it incredibly interesting and liked it immensely.
February 20, 2021
This is literary speculative fiction. And I really loved it.
Pacing is much stronger in this second installment. I think there’s a level of dull ache forced into the first on purpose. If you read both you’ll understand what I’m saying. Herai is supposed to feel a bit like drudgery.
It took a while for them to appear, but seeing favorites like Koa and Monta back was great. The Glant/Elena “thing?” Was a bit weird and kind of unexplained. Sort of. Truth is there’s many turns that leave things feeling scattered across the timeline here.
I feel like this one might become the kind of thing assigned in a literature class at some point? The plot is wonky but it’s about the character of Damon Ich first and foremost and the examination of what he is and does and feels, is executed with great panache.
Bravo, Mr. Key. Better than the first, and I can’t wait for the next.
Pacing is much stronger in this second installment. I think there’s a level of dull ache forced into the first on purpose. If you read both you’ll understand what I’m saying. Herai is supposed to feel a bit like drudgery.
It took a while for them to appear, but seeing favorites like Koa and Monta back was great. The Glant/Elena “thing?” Was a bit weird and kind of unexplained. Sort of. Truth is there’s many turns that leave things feeling scattered across the timeline here.
I feel like this one might become the kind of thing assigned in a literature class at some point? The plot is wonky but it’s about the character of Damon Ich first and foremost and the examination of what he is and does and feels, is executed with great panache.
Bravo, Mr. Key. Better than the first, and I can’t wait for the next.
January 20, 2025
The prologue was quite interesting. The beginning was a bit confusing, but after some time I started to understand. I liked the somewhat fourth wall breaking. Loved the descriptions, it not only had me see what was going on like a movie but just the word choice was so tasteful. It was nice to see familiar names as well from the first book which doesn't always happen in a series when the MC switches. I think a difference between this book and the first one is that the MC is living in the outside world right off the bat unlike the cave-like living spaces the first book mostly dwelled in. It was a nice change of scenery. I can tell the writing has definitely improved from the last book as well. Overall, it was kind of confusing at times but an intriguing read.
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August 16, 2021
I could follow Damon Ich easily although this was the second book of the
Wheel of Eight Book series.
The storytelling and the use of language was really brilliant! The characters
were deepened out very well as they introduced theirselves to the readers.
The quality of writing even let me forget the time traveling. It felt comfortable
to follow the adventures of the characters.
This is a fantastic fantasy story recommended for people who love fantasy and
drama. Although this book certainly is for adults (more than 18 years).
I give with lots of pleasure a 5 star rating for this excellent book!
Wheel of Eight Book series.
The storytelling and the use of language was really brilliant! The characters
were deepened out very well as they introduced theirselves to the readers.
The quality of writing even let me forget the time traveling. It felt comfortable
to follow the adventures of the characters.
This is a fantastic fantasy story recommended for people who love fantasy and
drama. Although this book certainly is for adults (more than 18 years).
I give with lots of pleasure a 5 star rating for this excellent book!
May 26, 2021
This is an incredibly poetic book. I love how the author incorporated time travel. It is a lot different from anything I have read before, and I can not wait to see if he will release more books in the same world. This book can be read as a standalone. However, I did love the characters and would hope to revisit them in the future.
I wrote a full review here. Although, it is hard to review this book without spoiling it. Not much of the content is mentioned. I do mention what I like about the book and other important points.
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I wrote a full review here. Although, it is hard to review this book without spoiling it. Not much of the content is mentioned. I do mention what I like about the book and other important points.
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September 16, 2025
"I had no way of placing myself: a drifting mote in the sunlight."
An emotional, time-travel fantasy, that follows the main character through highs and lows of epic proportions.
Like the first book in The Wheel of Eight series, Damon Ich is a well-written piece of literary fiction. The pacing was good, especially with two main sections of the book that could feel at odds with each other, but in a way I felt like they needed to.
An enigmatic prologue leads to the first section of the book. Damon Ich is the narrator here and is a bit removed (physically and emotionally) from the world he's helping. He's been gifted power which he uses to aid individuals in need in different points in space and time. As the blurb states, a complication arises when a mysterious man is saved - one that affects both Damon Ich's life as well as the man's.
The time travel in this section did confuse me a bit, but I managed to keep up. Paragraph breaks were missing in the book for the most part, which slowed me down a little as well.
However, the story takes a major turn in the next section, in which I felt rewarded for sticking with the book. Without revealing too much from this "gardener" section till the end of the book, I will say that there are some wonderfully fleshed out moments of characterisation, humour, as well as philosophical ideas, that are often difficult to find in a single book.
The writing in this section feels different from the first part, it takes on a slower pace. Damon Ich himself is going through a very moving, jarring change, and the narrative reflects that quite well.
I was hoping for a link to book one in the series (Herai), especially once characters from there showed up, but they're included as part of the same world, but not the same timeline.
The new characters were compelling, and seemed to bounce off each other in a relatable way. Rael, in particular, was a layered being with much more to explore. Herron as a setting was a vividly described place, that seemed to mirror the events of the narrative quite nicely at times.
The ending felt a little rushed, leaving me a bit confused and wanting more.
Damon Ich is an enjoyable read that requires some concentration. Fans of the Back to the Future and Terminator franchises might find this an intriguing story, as well as fantasy lovers who like a bit of philosophy and LGBTQ+ romance mixed in.
Many thanks to Booktasters and the author for a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
An emotional, time-travel fantasy, that follows the main character through highs and lows of epic proportions.
Like the first book in The Wheel of Eight series, Damon Ich is a well-written piece of literary fiction. The pacing was good, especially with two main sections of the book that could feel at odds with each other, but in a way I felt like they needed to.
An enigmatic prologue leads to the first section of the book. Damon Ich is the narrator here and is a bit removed (physically and emotionally) from the world he's helping. He's been gifted power which he uses to aid individuals in need in different points in space and time. As the blurb states, a complication arises when a mysterious man is saved - one that affects both Damon Ich's life as well as the man's.
The time travel in this section did confuse me a bit, but I managed to keep up. Paragraph breaks were missing in the book for the most part, which slowed me down a little as well.
However, the story takes a major turn in the next section, in which I felt rewarded for sticking with the book. Without revealing too much from this "gardener" section till the end of the book, I will say that there are some wonderfully fleshed out moments of characterisation, humour, as well as philosophical ideas, that are often difficult to find in a single book.
The writing in this section feels different from the first part, it takes on a slower pace. Damon Ich himself is going through a very moving, jarring change, and the narrative reflects that quite well.
I was hoping for a link to book one in the series (Herai), especially once characters from there showed up, but they're included as part of the same world, but not the same timeline.
The new characters were compelling, and seemed to bounce off each other in a relatable way. Rael, in particular, was a layered being with much more to explore. Herron as a setting was a vividly described place, that seemed to mirror the events of the narrative quite nicely at times.
The ending felt a little rushed, leaving me a bit confused and wanting more.
Damon Ich is an enjoyable read that requires some concentration. Fans of the Back to the Future and Terminator franchises might find this an intriguing story, as well as fantasy lovers who like a bit of philosophy and LGBTQ+ romance mixed in.
Many thanks to Booktasters and the author for a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
June 26, 2021
Aaron D. Key has worked his magic again! I was very impressed with the first book Herai, how the author clearly wanted to experiment with the timeline of stories. I was very excited to see what was waiting for me with this new book Damon Ich and boy did it not disappoint!
It all starts with a glimpse. Damon Ich finds himself somewhere and/or somewhen where a person was being tortured. He saves their life by brining them back to Herron, and finds that this person is his ancestor Rael, the very same person who bestowed upon them their powers to protect their world. He came with a message, Aeth has been murdered, please come and help us.
Knowing that something very important was happening, and the world was telling him it needed to be corrected, he prepared for his voyage. He pretty soon finds himself meeting Grant, Koa and Monta, remember them? Glant not only has been torturing his people, he might not be who we all think he is. Why did the magic brought him to Elena when looking for Aeth's murderer? Why was it never documented that she was separated from Rael? Is it possible that Aeth is actually still alive? Who is the lonely gardener?
From what you can tell from above, this story plays a lot with when and where something is happening. It is a very immersing story that will keep you hooked until the very end. How everything plays out as the story progresses is pretty amazing and very entertaining. You don't need to read the first book to be able to enjoy this one, but believe me that it will make more sense if you do.
Definitely a book to give it a read. If you are someone like me that loves interesting ways of storytelling, you will definitely enjoy this book.
It all starts with a glimpse. Damon Ich finds himself somewhere and/or somewhen where a person was being tortured. He saves their life by brining them back to Herron, and finds that this person is his ancestor Rael, the very same person who bestowed upon them their powers to protect their world. He came with a message, Aeth has been murdered, please come and help us.
Knowing that something very important was happening, and the world was telling him it needed to be corrected, he prepared for his voyage. He pretty soon finds himself meeting Grant, Koa and Monta, remember them? Glant not only has been torturing his people, he might not be who we all think he is. Why did the magic brought him to Elena when looking for Aeth's murderer? Why was it never documented that she was separated from Rael? Is it possible that Aeth is actually still alive? Who is the lonely gardener?
From what you can tell from above, this story plays a lot with when and where something is happening. It is a very immersing story that will keep you hooked until the very end. How everything plays out as the story progresses is pretty amazing and very entertaining. You don't need to read the first book to be able to enjoy this one, but believe me that it will make more sense if you do.
Definitely a book to give it a read. If you are someone like me that loves interesting ways of storytelling, you will definitely enjoy this book.
July 4, 2021
Book Title: Damon Ich
Author Name: Aaron D. Key
Total Pages: 256
Published Date: 16th December, 2020
Title: The Title of This Book is "Damon Ich". Damon Ich is the name of the main protagonist of this book. The title depicts the inside story revolves around Damon Ich who is gifted a special power. Once you read the book you will get to know why the title has been kept "Damon Ich". I liked the title. By creating such kind of Title, The Author has cleared his point of view about the inside story.
Cover: The cover is designed well. It's attractive and colourful to catch reader's attention. I liked the way how the cover has been designed.
Blurb: The blurb portion is written well. It's short but well enough to understand what the inside story is going to be. Readers will get an idea about the story after reading the blurb portion. It can attract readers to read the book.
Storyline: This is a literary fiction book. In the story, the main protagonist named Damon Ich has a special power. He can do anything by using this power. He uses this power to help people. He's introvert, lonely and workaholic. Suddenly the story gets turned into another level at a night when he rescues a man. The inside story revolves around Damon Ich.
To know more, you have to read this book.
The author has narrated the story very well. He has used lucid language. You will get a different kind of taste while reading this book. I liked the style how the story has been narrated. You will enjoy reading this book. This book is easy to read and understand. If you like a little suspenseful story you must go for it. Moreover, this book is perfect for fantasy story lovers.
Author Name: Aaron D. Key
Total Pages: 256
Published Date: 16th December, 2020
Title: The Title of This Book is "Damon Ich". Damon Ich is the name of the main protagonist of this book. The title depicts the inside story revolves around Damon Ich who is gifted a special power. Once you read the book you will get to know why the title has been kept "Damon Ich". I liked the title. By creating such kind of Title, The Author has cleared his point of view about the inside story.
Cover: The cover is designed well. It's attractive and colourful to catch reader's attention. I liked the way how the cover has been designed.
Blurb: The blurb portion is written well. It's short but well enough to understand what the inside story is going to be. Readers will get an idea about the story after reading the blurb portion. It can attract readers to read the book.
Storyline: This is a literary fiction book. In the story, the main protagonist named Damon Ich has a special power. He can do anything by using this power. He uses this power to help people. He's introvert, lonely and workaholic. Suddenly the story gets turned into another level at a night when he rescues a man. The inside story revolves around Damon Ich.
To know more, you have to read this book.
The author has narrated the story very well. He has used lucid language. You will get a different kind of taste while reading this book. I liked the style how the story has been narrated. You will enjoy reading this book. This book is easy to read and understand. If you like a little suspenseful story you must go for it. Moreover, this book is perfect for fantasy story lovers.
August 7, 2021
I was worried when I picked up this book that I might have difficulty following the story as it is book two of The Wheel of Eight series, however I had no problem following the story line or understanding the characters and their backgrounds. The writing had a beautiful prosaic style, making the read a fairly easy one.
Unfortunately, I found myself struggling to connect with the characters, making my interest in their lives minimal at best. It seemed less a story about time travel than it was an esoteric mental dialogue with colorful pictures. There were a few interesting social discussions in the story, but none that were carried far enough to keep me hooked.
Perhaps my original fears over reading book two without having read book one were not as unfounded as I thought.
Unfortunately, I found myself struggling to connect with the characters, making my interest in their lives minimal at best. It seemed less a story about time travel than it was an esoteric mental dialogue with colorful pictures. There were a few interesting social discussions in the story, but none that were carried far enough to keep me hooked.
Perhaps my original fears over reading book two without having read book one were not as unfounded as I thought.
July 29, 2024
The Wheel of Eight #2 by Aaron D. Key continues the thrilling adventures of Damon Ich, an introverted and lonely workaholic who possesses extraordinary powers allowing him to help those in need. Damon lives in a paradise with the ability to do anything and travel anywhere, but his routine is disrupted when he rescues a man who is revealed to be the founder of his way of life. This encounter sets off a series of events that change everything for Damon, revealing that he is not alone in his abilities. As two invincible forces collide, Damon faces bewildering, revealing, and eventually catastrophic events that dramatically alter his life.
September 28, 2025
Aaron D. Key’s Damon Ich is a striking blend of myth and emotion. The novel weaves together the grief of a gardener mourning his partner with the mythic mission of Damon Ich, gradually blurring the lines between memory, loss, and destiny.
Key’s prose is lyrical and layered, demanding patience but rewarding those who sit with its ambiguity. The shifting perspectives and symbolic imagery can feel disorienting at first, yet they serve the book’s larger purpose , showing how inner turmoil and epic questing reflect one another.
. Haunting, ambitious, and emotionally resonant, this is fantasy for readers who enjoy depth over speed and atmosphere over easy answers.
Key’s prose is lyrical and layered, demanding patience but rewarding those who sit with its ambiguity. The shifting perspectives and symbolic imagery can feel disorienting at first, yet they serve the book’s larger purpose , showing how inner turmoil and epic questing reflect one another.
. Haunting, ambitious, and emotionally resonant, this is fantasy for readers who enjoy depth over speed and atmosphere over easy answers.
November 7, 2025
I enjoyed Damon Ich even more than Herai. This review won’t have spoilers, so keep on reading if you want to learn more…but not too much. I’m someone who often lives inside my head, so Damon Ich’s musings resonated with me. I was able to see his world through his eyes, and there was a beautiful quietude to it. The prose is beautiful and rich. So, if you like spec fic with a literary bent, this book (and series, for that matter) will be right up your alley. Of course, some chaos does ensue, which introduces tension that propels the book along. I highly recommend this book, but I also suggest reading the first in the series first.
May 26, 2021
This is the second book I have read from the author Aaron D. Key. I loved his way of writing. Honestly, I was bit confused while reading the book and was not able to understand the plots somehow in the beginning but after a certain point the story became so interesting that I literally sped up my pace in reading and everything that was confusing for me became clear and also the connectivity was well understood.I would definitely recommend this book to those who love to read something related to time- travelling.
February 17, 2025
This is the second book in the Wheel of Eight series by this author. Having read "Herai" previously, I decided to read this one next, and I noticed some overlap between the characters. Reading the narrative, I found Damon Ich to be a character that I felt drawn to, and identified with, in some ways that I couldn't quite put my finger on. The story had time travel elements; it was complex, clever and ambiguous, and at the end, I was left wondering whether I had known anything about, or understood Damon Ich at all. I look forward to the next book in the series.
June 9, 2025
Damon Ich is the second book I’ve read by Aaron D. Key, and once again, I was impressed by his writing style. At first, the story felt confusing, but as I kept reading, everything started to make sense. The story became more exciting, and I couldn’t stop turning the pages.
The book follows Damon Ich, a quiet and lonely man from the future who has the power to travel through time. After he saves a mysterious man one night, his life changes, and the story takes a thrilling turn. There are themes of time travel, destiny, and even some spiritual ideas.
The language is simple yet poetic, and the author explains complicated ideas in a way that feels natural. It’s a thoughtful and imaginative read that slowly pulls you in. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who enjoys fantasy, time travel and deep, meaningful stories.
The book follows Damon Ich, a quiet and lonely man from the future who has the power to travel through time. After he saves a mysterious man one night, his life changes, and the story takes a thrilling turn. There are themes of time travel, destiny, and even some spiritual ideas.
The language is simple yet poetic, and the author explains complicated ideas in a way that feels natural. It’s a thoughtful and imaginative read that slowly pulls you in. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who enjoys fantasy, time travel and deep, meaningful stories.
July 7, 2024
The first chapter is delightful. The prose is beautiful. The premise/plot if very intriguing. I wondered how this storyline would tie in with the first book.
The books felt like night and day. Not that I didn't enjoy the first book, because I did. Just not as much as the sequel.
The time traveling thing was slightly confusing, and the second half of the book DID feel like a separate story until everything was revealed.
But everything tied together all nice and neat.
A solid 4 star read
The books felt like night and day. Not that I didn't enjoy the first book, because I did. Just not as much as the sequel.
The time traveling thing was slightly confusing, and the second half of the book DID feel like a separate story until everything was revealed.
But everything tied together all nice and neat.
A solid 4 star read
June 9, 2021
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