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Dragon Riders of Osnen #1-3
Dragon Riders of Osnen: Episodes 1-3
Heroes are often the least among us.
Three tests determine the worthiness of a dragon rider.
Compassion, magical aptitude, and armed combat.
Eldwin is determined to pass them, but his maimed arm is a constant reminder of his disadvantage. Will the obstacles Eldwin faces keep him from reaching his dreams, or will he finally see what it’s like to ride the skies?
Dragon Riders of Osnen is an action-packed series full of twists, magic, and the struggle against evil.
This omnibus edition includes episodes 1-3 of the completed series.
Trial by Sorcery: Dragon can be dangerous … if you don’t bond with them first.
A Bond of Flame: Sometimes there’s a fine line between truth and a lie.
The Warrior’s Call: Darkness threatens the land.
Three tests determine the worthiness of a dragon rider.
Compassion, magical aptitude, and armed combat.
Eldwin is determined to pass them, but his maimed arm is a constant reminder of his disadvantage. Will the obstacles Eldwin faces keep him from reaching his dreams, or will he finally see what it’s like to ride the skies?
Dragon Riders of Osnen is an action-packed series full of twists, magic, and the struggle against evil.
This omnibus edition includes episodes 1-3 of the completed series.
Trial by Sorcery: Dragon can be dangerous … if you don’t bond with them first.
A Bond of Flame: Sometimes there’s a fine line between truth and a lie.
The Warrior’s Call: Darkness threatens the land.
- GenresFantasy
306 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 10, 2021
About the author
Richard Fierce
199 books126 followersRichard Fierce is a fantasy author with a passion for storytelling that dates back to his childhood. He first ventured into publishing in 2007 and hasn’t looked back since. His books are filled with dragons, adventure, and the kind of epic journeys that transport readers to new worlds.
In 2000, Richard was named Poet of the Year for his poem The Darkness, and his love for literature extends beyond just writing—he co-founded the Acworth Book Festival in Georgia to help bring authors and readers together. Though he originally worked in retail, he eventually transitioned to the tech industry, balancing his career with his writing.
Richard lives in Northwest Georgia with his family and a lively mix of pets, including four dogs (huskies!). He often jokes that his house feels like a zoo, but he wouldn’t have it any other way.
His love for fantasy started in high school when he was gifted a copy of Dragons of Spring Dawning by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman—a book that sparked a lifelong love for dragons and epic quests.
Whether he’s writing about dragon riders, lost civilizations, or ancient prophecies, Richard Fierce continues to craft stories that pull readers into unforgettable adventures.
In 2000, Richard was named Poet of the Year for his poem The Darkness, and his love for literature extends beyond just writing—he co-founded the Acworth Book Festival in Georgia to help bring authors and readers together. Though he originally worked in retail, he eventually transitioned to the tech industry, balancing his career with his writing.
Richard lives in Northwest Georgia with his family and a lively mix of pets, including four dogs (huskies!). He often jokes that his house feels like a zoo, but he wouldn’t have it any other way.
His love for fantasy started in high school when he was gifted a copy of Dragons of Spring Dawning by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman—a book that sparked a lifelong love for dragons and epic quests.
Whether he’s writing about dragon riders, lost civilizations, or ancient prophecies, Richard Fierce continues to craft stories that pull readers into unforgettable adventures.
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June 10, 2024
Trial by Sorcery
I was pleasantly surprised by this short fantasy novel. It starts out like most dragon rider academy stories, but veers off and becomes something totally different, with a wonderfully unexpected twist at the end that I definitely didn't see coming. The world building is very good and definitely added a lot to the backdrop of the story, and I quite enjoyed Eldwin's character. It's unusual for the main character of a fantasy novel to be so reticent and constantly considering what's "safe" and following the rules. At first, I felt it was a little overdone, but as the story progressed and the character developed, it actually added a lot, because it made his decisions and the times when he did, in fact, break the rules, far more powerful moments. Maren is a fun side character, who is more in line with the quintessential Harry Potter style rule-breaking student, and I enjoyed how she kept getting Eldwin into trouble, and also showed him how to live a little. Her getting into trouble also forced Eldwin to make some of those all-important decisions to take matters into his own hands and do what was right. That said, he's far from perfect, which made him into a well-rounded character, and the fact this story doesn't have the expected HEA of ultimate success adds a lot to the story. This is the start of Eldwin's journey and I'm glad he's not the typical fantasy hero who gets everything right.
I did feel the disability representation could have been handled better. There was a lot of attention placed on the "freak show" element from other people around Eldwin, while focus on how it affected his day to day life and was a simple part of his existence, not to mention the backstory of how it happened, were mostly ignored. I feel, if I'd actually been able to connect with that part of the character's existence, it would have made the story pack a more powerful punch and gone from interesting to unforgettable.
A good book. Definitely worth a read for those who enjoy dragon rider fantasy and want something a little different.
A Bond of Flame
This second story in the Dragon Riders of Osnen series takes another interesting twist from what one might expect, and delivers a fun, quick read continuing Eldwin's story. After leaving the dragon rider academy in disgrace, he finds a captive dragon in the most unexpected of places, and in a fun twist manages to rescue the creature, only to end up among people who act strangely and say a whole lot of things about Osnen and the dragon riders that make no sense even though Eldwin feels they might be plausible explanations. He gets himself into a lot more trouble from there.
I like how the author focuses on messages like, "things are not always what they seem" and "look at things from multiple perspectives" before making a decision. But there's also a solid foundation for "trust your instincts" in this one, which stood out by the end of the story. It's definitely enjoyable and I'm looking forward to finding out what happens next.
The Warrior's Call
Another action-packed epic, high fantasy dragon rider adventure with Eldwin and Maren. I enjoyed how the author reveals developments in the greater world and allows Eldwin to make important decisions in a very believable way, sticking to the YA feel of the story while allowing for the character to remain true to himself, and not adapt to expectations while still doing the right thing (or at least what he believes to be right). At the same time, Maren also remains true to her mischievous and rebellious self, often getting Eldwin into more trouble, but also showing that they are a fab team.
I loved the intensity and the stakes of this third book in the series. Also, although the story continues, this one has a solid ending that feels very satisfying, which I appreciate. The series is quite long, but it seems to be broken down into smaller, cohesive pieces, which is nice and inclines me more to keep going, particularly as the hints in the final chapter indicate some more awesomeness from this spunky duo and their non-conformist, rebelliousness.
I can definitely recommend this for lovers of high, epic fantasy or those of you who have a weakness for dragons. It's a fun read, for sure.
I was pleasantly surprised by this short fantasy novel. It starts out like most dragon rider academy stories, but veers off and becomes something totally different, with a wonderfully unexpected twist at the end that I definitely didn't see coming. The world building is very good and definitely added a lot to the backdrop of the story, and I quite enjoyed Eldwin's character. It's unusual for the main character of a fantasy novel to be so reticent and constantly considering what's "safe" and following the rules. At first, I felt it was a little overdone, but as the story progressed and the character developed, it actually added a lot, because it made his decisions and the times when he did, in fact, break the rules, far more powerful moments. Maren is a fun side character, who is more in line with the quintessential Harry Potter style rule-breaking student, and I enjoyed how she kept getting Eldwin into trouble, and also showed him how to live a little. Her getting into trouble also forced Eldwin to make some of those all-important decisions to take matters into his own hands and do what was right. That said, he's far from perfect, which made him into a well-rounded character, and the fact this story doesn't have the expected HEA of ultimate success adds a lot to the story. This is the start of Eldwin's journey and I'm glad he's not the typical fantasy hero who gets everything right.
I did feel the disability representation could have been handled better. There was a lot of attention placed on the "freak show" element from other people around Eldwin, while focus on how it affected his day to day life and was a simple part of his existence, not to mention the backstory of how it happened, were mostly ignored. I feel, if I'd actually been able to connect with that part of the character's existence, it would have made the story pack a more powerful punch and gone from interesting to unforgettable.
A good book. Definitely worth a read for those who enjoy dragon rider fantasy and want something a little different.
A Bond of Flame
This second story in the Dragon Riders of Osnen series takes another interesting twist from what one might expect, and delivers a fun, quick read continuing Eldwin's story. After leaving the dragon rider academy in disgrace, he finds a captive dragon in the most unexpected of places, and in a fun twist manages to rescue the creature, only to end up among people who act strangely and say a whole lot of things about Osnen and the dragon riders that make no sense even though Eldwin feels they might be plausible explanations. He gets himself into a lot more trouble from there.
I like how the author focuses on messages like, "things are not always what they seem" and "look at things from multiple perspectives" before making a decision. But there's also a solid foundation for "trust your instincts" in this one, which stood out by the end of the story. It's definitely enjoyable and I'm looking forward to finding out what happens next.
The Warrior's Call
Another action-packed epic, high fantasy dragon rider adventure with Eldwin and Maren. I enjoyed how the author reveals developments in the greater world and allows Eldwin to make important decisions in a very believable way, sticking to the YA feel of the story while allowing for the character to remain true to himself, and not adapt to expectations while still doing the right thing (or at least what he believes to be right). At the same time, Maren also remains true to her mischievous and rebellious self, often getting Eldwin into more trouble, but also showing that they are a fab team.
I loved the intensity and the stakes of this third book in the series. Also, although the story continues, this one has a solid ending that feels very satisfying, which I appreciate. The series is quite long, but it seems to be broken down into smaller, cohesive pieces, which is nice and inclines me more to keep going, particularly as the hints in the final chapter indicate some more awesomeness from this spunky duo and their non-conformist, rebelliousness.
I can definitely recommend this for lovers of high, epic fantasy or those of you who have a weakness for dragons. It's a fun read, for sure.
April 10, 2026
I really wanted to enjoy this omnibus (Books 1–3), but unfortunately it fell short for me in several key areas.
The biggest issue across all three books is the lack of meaningful character development. Relationships form extremely quickly without much justification—characters help each other once and suddenly act like lifelong friends, even going as far as breaking rules for one another. These interactions often feel shallow, making it hard to stay invested.
In Book 1, many events seem to happen without enough buildup or context. Important moments don’t feel earned, which made the story feel rushed rather than immersive.
Book 2 continues this trend. The main character tends to believe everything at face value, and again, relationships deepen without much foundation. The emotional motivations—particularly around themes like depression and dependency—felt underdeveloped and unconvincing. The large-scale conflict also lacked detail. For example, despite there being a sky full of dragons, the focus narrows in a way that doesn’t quite make sense and weakens the intensity of the scene.
By Book 3, the story becomes even more disjointed. The plot moves rapidly from place to place with major events happening abruptly and without sufficient explanation. Some strategic decisions by the characters—like leaving a castle unguarded as part of a plan—felt unrealistic and difficult to believe, which pulled me out of the story.
I also struggled with the audiobook narration. While many narrators have quirks that listeners can adjust to, this performance was particularly challenging. There was little distinction between characters, especially across genders, and the delivery felt very flat. The breathiness and consistent tone made it difficult to stay engaged over long periods.
Overall, while the premise had potential, the execution didn’t quite deliver for me. With stronger character development, better pacing, and more detailed storytelling, this could have been a much more compelling series.
The biggest issue across all three books is the lack of meaningful character development. Relationships form extremely quickly without much justification—characters help each other once and suddenly act like lifelong friends, even going as far as breaking rules for one another. These interactions often feel shallow, making it hard to stay invested.
In Book 1, many events seem to happen without enough buildup or context. Important moments don’t feel earned, which made the story feel rushed rather than immersive.
Book 2 continues this trend. The main character tends to believe everything at face value, and again, relationships deepen without much foundation. The emotional motivations—particularly around themes like depression and dependency—felt underdeveloped and unconvincing. The large-scale conflict also lacked detail. For example, despite there being a sky full of dragons, the focus narrows in a way that doesn’t quite make sense and weakens the intensity of the scene.
By Book 3, the story becomes even more disjointed. The plot moves rapidly from place to place with major events happening abruptly and without sufficient explanation. Some strategic decisions by the characters—like leaving a castle unguarded as part of a plan—felt unrealistic and difficult to believe, which pulled me out of the story.
I also struggled with the audiobook narration. While many narrators have quirks that listeners can adjust to, this performance was particularly challenging. There was little distinction between characters, especially across genders, and the delivery felt very flat. The breathiness and consistent tone made it difficult to stay engaged over long periods.
Overall, while the premise had potential, the execution didn’t quite deliver for me. With stronger character development, better pacing, and more detailed storytelling, this could have been a much more compelling series.
September 11, 2024
Good YA dragonriding fantasy
It was good, but a bit too young for my taste. I kept wishing the characters would act more mature, and wishing for more detail in plot, setting, and backstory. It reminded me more of middle grade fiction, to be honest, except there's enough PG-13 content that it belongs in YA section
Pretty sure teenage me would have adored it
It was good, but a bit too young for my taste. I kept wishing the characters would act more mature, and wishing for more detail in plot, setting, and backstory. It reminded me more of middle grade fiction, to be honest, except there's enough PG-13 content that it belongs in YA section
Pretty sure teenage me would have adored it
September 25, 2022
Listening to the audio books, absolutely wonderful to listen to and thoroughly enjoyed highly recommend!
September 21, 2025
I made it thru the audio versions, barely. The cartoonish, oafish voices were really hard to listen to. This is a series I would have enjoyed as a quick read.
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