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Awakenings #1
Echoes of Dragons
A decade after Mythnium’s suns eclipse each other, the White Lord’s malignant shadow stretches north to Mythos once more. There, he unleashes his secret weapon: a massive dragon long thought to be extinct.
Three groups of travelers set off on separate journeys, drawn toward the elven city of Elmnas and the answers they hope to find within. Along the way, they face strange factions of creatures united against them as the White Lord's influence grows.
As their paths intersect, the travelers face an uncertain new world where echoes of dragons come to life.
Three groups of travelers set off on separate journeys, drawn toward the elven city of Elmnas and the answers they hope to find within. Along the way, they face strange factions of creatures united against them as the White Lord's influence grows.
As their paths intersect, the travelers face an uncertain new world where echoes of dragons come to life.
- GenresFantasy
326 pages, Paperback
First published March 1, 2022
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April 18, 2024
3,5 ⭐'s!
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Echoes of Dragons is a high fantasy with a slow-pace, multiple POV'S and many creatures/species, both good and evil: dwarves, trolls, dragons, elves, humans, half elf-humans, mages, merpeople, drow, pixies and more!
Personally, the unique way the magic is described in different species and the creatures/species themselves is what excited me about this book the most. The prologue, while very dark, excited me a lot too because of the dragon egg. The way the dragons are described so far is just so unique and exciting to me, and I remain curious to the dragon lore as well as the elves, dwarves, other species and the magic in general.
I must say the first few chapters after the prologue felt a tad too descriptive and rushed, but lacking depth in terms of thoughts, motivations and actual dialogue interactions. It felt chaotic and could have been structured better, but the potential of the book, the magical intrique, secrets and looming threat is what kept me going.
Also the book should have had some trigger warnings mentioned up front: torture, gore, mention/memory of cannibalism, rape (not described in detail, but it happened in the past for one of the characters), wars, cruelty, death, manipulation.
While I don't have many trigger warnings, mention/descriptions of cannibalism isn't for me and I nearly quit reading because of it. It wasn't too descriptive so I gave it a shot, but if it had been addressed again I wouldn't have continued.
What also bothered me is that the main storyline is only clear through the POV of the enemy, the other travelers have their own missions that had nothing to do with the impending danger but was just a way to get all of them together. Their almost instant loyalty towards each other is also rushed. They barely know each other, to have that kind of trust and loyalty already in others you met on your journey only recently is unrealistic.
So while aspects regarding relations are rushed over, sometimes lacking some depth, the storyline is the opposite and drawn out in the slow pace. It feels out of tune and could have been executed better.
The entirety of the first book is only of how these characters met through their different missions that eventually find overlap, and then the looming threat. There is no actual progress otherwise (other then for the dragons perhaps), I'm assuming that will happen in the next book of the series.
That said, the depth and creativity as well as uniqueness regarding the magic, creatures, species and their different customs are very lovely! So it has both good aspects and lesser ones that'll hopefully improve in the next book.
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Echoes of Dragons is a high fantasy with a slow-pace, multiple POV'S and many creatures/species, both good and evil: dwarves, trolls, dragons, elves, humans, half elf-humans, mages, merpeople, drow, pixies and more!
Personally, the unique way the magic is described in different species and the creatures/species themselves is what excited me about this book the most. The prologue, while very dark, excited me a lot too because of the dragon egg. The way the dragons are described so far is just so unique and exciting to me, and I remain curious to the dragon lore as well as the elves, dwarves, other species and the magic in general.
I must say the first few chapters after the prologue felt a tad too descriptive and rushed, but lacking depth in terms of thoughts, motivations and actual dialogue interactions. It felt chaotic and could have been structured better, but the potential of the book, the magical intrique, secrets and looming threat is what kept me going.
Also the book should have had some trigger warnings mentioned up front: torture, gore, mention/memory of cannibalism, rape (not described in detail, but it happened in the past for one of the characters), wars, cruelty, death, manipulation.
While I don't have many trigger warnings, mention/descriptions of cannibalism isn't for me and I nearly quit reading because of it. It wasn't too descriptive so I gave it a shot, but if it had been addressed again I wouldn't have continued.
What also bothered me is that the main storyline is only clear through the POV of the enemy, the other travelers have their own missions that had nothing to do with the impending danger but was just a way to get all of them together. Their almost instant loyalty towards each other is also rushed. They barely know each other, to have that kind of trust and loyalty already in others you met on your journey only recently is unrealistic.
So while aspects regarding relations are rushed over, sometimes lacking some depth, the storyline is the opposite and drawn out in the slow pace. It feels out of tune and could have been executed better.
The entirety of the first book is only of how these characters met through their different missions that eventually find overlap, and then the looming threat. There is no actual progress otherwise (other then for the dragons perhaps), I'm assuming that will happen in the next book of the series.
That said, the depth and creativity as well as uniqueness regarding the magic, creatures, species and their different customs are very lovely! So it has both good aspects and lesser ones that'll hopefully improve in the next book.
March 14, 2022
Wow!
Not a word I use that often, but as soon as I cracked the spine on this book I was blown away by its presentation.
It is a beautifully crafted book. I especially love the chapter headings made up of quotations from historical texts/proverbs/songs within the world of Mythnium. It adds so much depth and richness to the narrative, each one referencing/highlighting the central theme of the chapter.
Overall the book takes on the universal concept of light triumphing over darkness, however, despite its universality I felt this was quite a personal take on the theme. The chapter headings seemed to leap from the page as though I was being addressed directly, which made the connection to the world that much stronger.
I love fantasy that contemplates the history, cultures and religion of the world created and Borden did not disappoint. After reading her Short Stories from Mythnium anthology prior to this, I recall one of my wishes was a little more detail in the description of certain creatures, and all I can say is, wish granted.
If you enjoy full on action packed fantasy then this book probably won't meet your expectations, however what you do get is a character driven journey, one of emotion and spirtual reflection. The details are what drives this book and I thoroughly enjoyed that.
There is action interspersed throughout which grips the attention, but I found that it was the details of the quieter moments that had me on the edge of my seat or squirming in their surprising brutality (pow interrogations in particular)
I have read a few books now that tackle the sentient dragon character and I haven't found a "talking" dragon so engaging since Smaug. Borden's characterisation of her dragon is well presented, offering a slightly different approach that didn't come across as comical or ridiculous as I have found some attempts at "talking" dragons can be.
The pacing of the book is a little on the slow side, but that's part of the journey, as we follow a number of familiar characters (mentioned in the anthology) and join them as their paths converge, in what for me, was a long anticipated and awaited occurrance.
The culmination of the journey was quite moving. I really enjoyed the description of the ceremony at the end of the book.
Though there was a particular character that, for me personally, I would have loved to have seen more of, I cannot fault Borden for delivering something highly unexpected. It takes someone devoted to their craft to make hard decisions in bringing their story to life, and this story is far from over. The set up for the next installment is very interesting and though I have my theories of what I might expect, I have a suspicion Borden will once more surprise me and I for one cannot wait for it.
If you enjoy world building fantasies, full of magic and mythology that take you on a journey of discovery then I cannot recommend this more highly.
Not a word I use that often, but as soon as I cracked the spine on this book I was blown away by its presentation.
It is a beautifully crafted book. I especially love the chapter headings made up of quotations from historical texts/proverbs/songs within the world of Mythnium. It adds so much depth and richness to the narrative, each one referencing/highlighting the central theme of the chapter.
Overall the book takes on the universal concept of light triumphing over darkness, however, despite its universality I felt this was quite a personal take on the theme. The chapter headings seemed to leap from the page as though I was being addressed directly, which made the connection to the world that much stronger.
I love fantasy that contemplates the history, cultures and religion of the world created and Borden did not disappoint. After reading her Short Stories from Mythnium anthology prior to this, I recall one of my wishes was a little more detail in the description of certain creatures, and all I can say is, wish granted.
If you enjoy full on action packed fantasy then this book probably won't meet your expectations, however what you do get is a character driven journey, one of emotion and spirtual reflection. The details are what drives this book and I thoroughly enjoyed that.
There is action interspersed throughout which grips the attention, but I found that it was the details of the quieter moments that had me on the edge of my seat or squirming in their surprising brutality (pow interrogations in particular)
I have read a few books now that tackle the sentient dragon character and I haven't found a "talking" dragon so engaging since Smaug. Borden's characterisation of her dragon is well presented, offering a slightly different approach that didn't come across as comical or ridiculous as I have found some attempts at "talking" dragons can be.
The pacing of the book is a little on the slow side, but that's part of the journey, as we follow a number of familiar characters (mentioned in the anthology) and join them as their paths converge, in what for me, was a long anticipated and awaited occurrance.
The culmination of the journey was quite moving. I really enjoyed the description of the ceremony at the end of the book.
Though there was a particular character that, for me personally, I would have loved to have seen more of, I cannot fault Borden for delivering something highly unexpected. It takes someone devoted to their craft to make hard decisions in bringing their story to life, and this story is far from over. The set up for the next installment is very interesting and though I have my theories of what I might expect, I have a suspicion Borden will once more surprise me and I for one cannot wait for it.
If you enjoy world building fantasies, full of magic and mythology that take you on a journey of discovery then I cannot recommend this more highly.
August 11, 2023
"Echoes of Dragons" presents an ambitious fantasy narrative that blends a world of mythical creatures, ancient powers, and impending darkness. The book introduces an interesting premise involving a world deeply affected by celestial events, where the White Lord's ominous influence resurfaces, accompanied by the emergence of an extinct dragon. As three groups of travellers embark on separate journeys converging on the elven city of Elmnas, the stage is set for a tale of adventure, intrigue, and uncertainty.
One of the strengths of the book lies in its imaginative world-building. The concept of Mythnium's suns eclipsing each other, and the subsequent consequences of this event, offers a unique and thought-provoking backdrop. The resurgence of the White Lord, a sinister antagonist, adds depth to the conflict and provides a clear focal point for the story's tension.
The three separate groups of travellers on their individual journeys can sometimes spread the narrative a bit thin. At the same time, they provide a diverse array of perspectives, and the eventual convergence of their paths adds an element of anticipation.
Overall, the joy was in the creative and imaginative fantasy world with a compelling premise that kept me flying through the pages all the way to the end.
One of the strengths of the book lies in its imaginative world-building. The concept of Mythnium's suns eclipsing each other, and the subsequent consequences of this event, offers a unique and thought-provoking backdrop. The resurgence of the White Lord, a sinister antagonist, adds depth to the conflict and provides a clear focal point for the story's tension.
The three separate groups of travellers on their individual journeys can sometimes spread the narrative a bit thin. At the same time, they provide a diverse array of perspectives, and the eventual convergence of their paths adds an element of anticipation.
Overall, the joy was in the creative and imaginative fantasy world with a compelling premise that kept me flying through the pages all the way to the end.
July 31, 2022
I got on this website JUST to share my thoughts on this new author's book. That is saying something folks. Most of my favorite fantasy authors are what you'd call "old school" - they started in the 70's, 80's, 90's. I can count on one hand the number of modern fantasy writers who come close to those guys, so I'm always on the lookout for a new one, and C. Borden hits the mark with this first in a series. You can tell she put a lot of work into building the world she calls Mythnium. There's culture, science, religion, history, magic, and dynamic characters. She builds good tension, paces well, not too fast or slow, introduces characters without getting bogged down in unnecessary wordiness, and is not afraid to tear your heart out. For her first novel, I'm impressed. After reading Echoes of Dragons, I saw on Amazon that she had done a anthology series of short stories that were like little windows into some of the poeple we already met. THat anthology, though rough in spots, really helps build up this novel. I look forward to more from C. Borden because I am enthralled by Mythnium.
February 28, 2024
Echoes of Dragons by C. Borden was my thirty-third read from my personal SPFBO-9 TBR list. This was one of those shot in the dark adds based solely on the cover and blurb as I knew nothing of the author coming into this one. I am so happy that I added this this the list. This read was a pleasant surprise.
This was also my February read for Trudie Skies's Domain Reading Challenge which was a book focused on animals. The animals in this case being dragons of course.
The pacing was done well. This felt very much like a traditional fantasy read for me. There is plenty of action to keep things exciting but there is also a lot going on to lay plans for the world, the characters and the story in general in this read. I never had a feeling of working through a slog at any point of this read though. The only thing that affected my pacing on a personal level is the copy of the book I read through Kindle Unlimited was formatted as the first 40 some chapters weren't recognized as individual on my Kindle. This meant when I started reading it state I had over 8 hours until the end of the chapter. The last few chapters worked fine though. This is simply one of those personal things as I like to set my goal or reading expectations whenever I get a chance to sit down. I'm one of those readers that really doesn't like to stop in the middle of a chapter.
The world building was also grand both in scale of the world geographically as well as the races and creatures within. This was another aspect that really gave me that traditional fantasy vibe. Stories with humans, dwarves, elves and so forth are fairly common. We don't get a lot of stories with drow, merfolk and mulig. And of course we have dragons! There are even clear differences between cultures and regions within races such as the dwarves and elves. With all of these wonderful races there is of course a good helping of magic within this story to keep things interesting too.
The character development was also nicely done in Echoes of Dragons. There are quite a few characters introduced and to keep up with in book one. But I never really felt overwhelmed before several paths converged and of course got much easier to keep up with at that time. I'm anxious to see what happens both with our group of protagonists as well as a couple of our antagonists as this series continues. There are so many mysteries still yet to reveal with our characters. I'm also wondering how much more involvement we may see from the gods of this world in future books.
Another really nice touch I want to mention with the version I read is the quotes or passages that start each chapter. I ended up highlight many of them as they were really great statements and often deep to get a reader thinking not just of the story but of life in general.
All in all this was one of those really nice surprised that I probably never would have found without competitions like SPFBO and others that can help get authors exposure win or lose.
If you're a reader who loves traditional fantasy bordering on epic that includes plenty of fantastica races and creations with magic and of course dragons, this might be a good one to fit into your list of books to check out.
This was also my February read for Trudie Skies's Domain Reading Challenge which was a book focused on animals. The animals in this case being dragons of course.
The pacing was done well. This felt very much like a traditional fantasy read for me. There is plenty of action to keep things exciting but there is also a lot going on to lay plans for the world, the characters and the story in general in this read. I never had a feeling of working through a slog at any point of this read though. The only thing that affected my pacing on a personal level is the copy of the book I read through Kindle Unlimited was formatted as the first 40 some chapters weren't recognized as individual on my Kindle. This meant when I started reading it state I had over 8 hours until the end of the chapter. The last few chapters worked fine though. This is simply one of those personal things as I like to set my goal or reading expectations whenever I get a chance to sit down. I'm one of those readers that really doesn't like to stop in the middle of a chapter.
The world building was also grand both in scale of the world geographically as well as the races and creatures within. This was another aspect that really gave me that traditional fantasy vibe. Stories with humans, dwarves, elves and so forth are fairly common. We don't get a lot of stories with drow, merfolk and mulig. And of course we have dragons! There are even clear differences between cultures and regions within races such as the dwarves and elves. With all of these wonderful races there is of course a good helping of magic within this story to keep things interesting too.
The character development was also nicely done in Echoes of Dragons. There are quite a few characters introduced and to keep up with in book one. But I never really felt overwhelmed before several paths converged and of course got much easier to keep up with at that time. I'm anxious to see what happens both with our group of protagonists as well as a couple of our antagonists as this series continues. There are so many mysteries still yet to reveal with our characters. I'm also wondering how much more involvement we may see from the gods of this world in future books.
Another really nice touch I want to mention with the version I read is the quotes or passages that start each chapter. I ended up highlight many of them as they were really great statements and often deep to get a reader thinking not just of the story but of life in general.
All in all this was one of those really nice surprised that I probably never would have found without competitions like SPFBO and others that can help get authors exposure win or lose.
If you're a reader who loves traditional fantasy bordering on epic that includes plenty of fantastica races and creations with magic and of course dragons, this might be a good one to fit into your list of books to check out.
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February 28, 2024This is not a full review. I read through the beginning of all 300 SPFBO9 contest entries. This was a book I wanted to read more of.
Our giant, reptile-headed BBG uses a ritual to birth the first dragon in ages.
Our villain is huge and inhuman and intimidating. His high priest is overseeing this simple ritual with a single attendant. The two suns come together. The blood ritual completed, the dragon whelp speaks in his mind.
This has serviceable, tho plodding prose. It is minutely descriptive of its characters actions. This makes it very easy to picture what’s happening, but it also makes this prologue drawn out. I find myself tapping my foot thinking, get on with it.
There’s a lot of motion, but with fewer words, this would have felt more active. For all the text, we learn fairly little about the world beyond these characters and the general desire of our BBG to do harm.
That said, everything is perfectly clear, and in a blog off where I have at times felt adrift in the narration of a story, that’s a strength! I like where we end up. Ch1 changes perspective, and I’m hopeful it will be more active as the story begins in earnest.
This is shaping up to be an effective fantasy, reminding me somewhat of RA Salvatore’s work (Demon Wars starts with the emergence of our BBG). At ~ 280 pages I hope it is short AND to the point. It passes my humble test. I’m in.
Our giant, reptile-headed BBG uses a ritual to birth the first dragon in ages.
Our villain is huge and inhuman and intimidating. His high priest is overseeing this simple ritual with a single attendant. The two suns come together. The blood ritual completed, the dragon whelp speaks in his mind.
This has serviceable, tho plodding prose. It is minutely descriptive of its characters actions. This makes it very easy to picture what’s happening, but it also makes this prologue drawn out. I find myself tapping my foot thinking, get on with it.
There’s a lot of motion, but with fewer words, this would have felt more active. For all the text, we learn fairly little about the world beyond these characters and the general desire of our BBG to do harm.
That said, everything is perfectly clear, and in a blog off where I have at times felt adrift in the narration of a story, that’s a strength! I like where we end up. Ch1 changes perspective, and I’m hopeful it will be more active as the story begins in earnest.
This is shaping up to be an effective fantasy, reminding me somewhat of RA Salvatore’s work (Demon Wars starts with the emergence of our BBG). At ~ 280 pages I hope it is short AND to the point. It passes my humble test. I’m in.
August 2, 2022
The author put a lot of thought into this. Religion, culture, the rulers, etc, was all well-done. There's a lot, but it's not all packed in at once so you don't get too overloaded at once. The characters were done well and the story itself was interesting and paced properly. Well done!
January 1, 2023
Fantasy is not my preferred genre. Usually. There are a few exceptions, such as JRR Tolkien, and the one Brandon Sanderson book I read. So, honestly, I don’t have a lot of experience to compare this one to. But, I WILL say, Echoes of Dragons has piqued my interest enough to read the others coming in this series.
The collection of short stories from Mythnium enticed me to read this one. The author does a fantastic job with setting the story into a believable, yet mythical land. She develops characters using action and description, including physical traits, magic, weapons (fantasy always has a battle!) and conflict. As I read, I pictured a movie in my mind! The pacing is excellent. I hate it when there is a long, drawn out and boring event, as much as when everything is rushed and you don’t know what just happened.
I love the author’s imaginative plot, villains, and protagonists. I love her choice of words and names.
If you are a reluctant fantasy reader, try this series! It is short. 1000 page fantasies turn me off, but this one is a nice length and not overly complicated to follow.
The collection of short stories from Mythnium enticed me to read this one. The author does a fantastic job with setting the story into a believable, yet mythical land. She develops characters using action and description, including physical traits, magic, weapons (fantasy always has a battle!) and conflict. As I read, I pictured a movie in my mind! The pacing is excellent. I hate it when there is a long, drawn out and boring event, as much as when everything is rushed and you don’t know what just happened.
I love the author’s imaginative plot, villains, and protagonists. I love her choice of words and names.
If you are a reluctant fantasy reader, try this series! It is short. 1000 page fantasies turn me off, but this one is a nice length and not overly complicated to follow.
September 16, 2024
Great story!
Totally love this story! Well written with quality character development. The emotions each character exhibits makes each one believable and easy to relate to. Looking forward to the second book with high hopes and excitement.
Totally love this story! Well written with quality character development. The emotions each character exhibits makes each one believable and easy to relate to. Looking forward to the second book with high hopes and excitement.
April 3, 2022
Borden has made her excellent debut into what promises to be a fascinating epic fantasy series. The book demonstrates intricate world-building through snippets of poetry and quotes from the in-would histories, and the characters are varied and multitudinous.
Looking forward to the sequel!
Looking forward to the sequel!
September 14, 2022
It's been a long time since I read a book that went this all-in on everything fantasy, and it worked.
The characters were memorable and likable, for the most part. They felt distinct from each other, and I understood what they wanted and why.
The worldbuilding was spectacular, to the point that I found myself wondering how long it took to create such a setting. This is the real highlight here.
The plot was solid, though it felt like some plot lines didn't properly conclude. There was enough of an ending that I didn't feel cheated, though the book didn't end where I thought it would, either.
The biggest issue here is the prose. It's not all bad, but it gets in the way too often. Some of the wording is awkward or a bit of a slog to get through, and some of the explanations went on longer than I felt they should have. There were also a few important scenes early in the book that were written as if we were being told about them rather than seeing them unfold. This included glossing over potentially impactful moments - a shame when the author did a great job of showing the right details in other places.
Overall, I do recommend this book in spite of the prose issues, especially if you can push through the rough patches and appreciate the story within. I'm looking forward to the next book in this series, because it feels like the best is yet to come.
The characters were memorable and likable, for the most part. They felt distinct from each other, and I understood what they wanted and why.
The worldbuilding was spectacular, to the point that I found myself wondering how long it took to create such a setting. This is the real highlight here.
The plot was solid, though it felt like some plot lines didn't properly conclude. There was enough of an ending that I didn't feel cheated, though the book didn't end where I thought it would, either.
The biggest issue here is the prose. It's not all bad, but it gets in the way too often. Some of the wording is awkward or a bit of a slog to get through, and some of the explanations went on longer than I felt they should have. There were also a few important scenes early in the book that were written as if we were being told about them rather than seeing them unfold. This included glossing over potentially impactful moments - a shame when the author did a great job of showing the right details in other places.
Overall, I do recommend this book in spite of the prose issues, especially if you can push through the rough patches and appreciate the story within. I'm looking forward to the next book in this series, because it feels like the best is yet to come.
October 26, 2023
This book offers a fascinating concept with some really intriguing worldbuilding. I enjoyed finding out about the Silver Dwarves and all the different elven groupings, not to mention some of the really interesting monsters Borden has in this book. The idea of having dragons as a mere myth and then when one is miraculously hatched, suddenly it turns out that there are more and more, and the reference to echoes both literal and figurative were fun.
Unfortunately, I struggled to connect with the characters. Although there is no head hopping in that sense, the often short chapters and changes in point of view with no rhyme or reason really made it difficult to get into the characters shoes. I was also often thrown off when the author would go for several paragraphs referring to a character as "he" or "she" without actually introducing them by name until well into the chapter. Not knowing whose point of view I was in felt very jarring, which is why I give this book 3 stars where I'd normally give a solid idea like this one 4.
Great idea, but unfortunately the implementation fell flat and made reading difficult. It is rare for me to take this long to read 300 pages.
Unfortunately, I struggled to connect with the characters. Although there is no head hopping in that sense, the often short chapters and changes in point of view with no rhyme or reason really made it difficult to get into the characters shoes. I was also often thrown off when the author would go for several paragraphs referring to a character as "he" or "she" without actually introducing them by name until well into the chapter. Not knowing whose point of view I was in felt very jarring, which is why I give this book 3 stars where I'd normally give a solid idea like this one 4.
Great idea, but unfortunately the implementation fell flat and made reading difficult. It is rare for me to take this long to read 300 pages.
October 8, 2022
Quite the Epic Fantasy
Strap in for quite the read. This is a very Tolkien-esque fantasy so be ready for long descriptions, intense world design, and beautiful detail. There is definitely a lot of information to take in, so it took me a while to work through but it's definitely worth any fantasy-lover's time.
Strap in for quite the read. This is a very Tolkien-esque fantasy so be ready for long descriptions, intense world design, and beautiful detail. There is definitely a lot of information to take in, so it took me a while to work through but it's definitely worth any fantasy-lover's time.
May 1, 2023
A Fully Realized Fantasy World
The worldbuilding in this book is incredible! Borden does a beautiful job of crafting a fantasy landscape bursting with fully realized races and locations, each one unique. The sense of a rich history is felt on every page.
This book brings a satsifying conclusion to the primary plot threads, but there is clearly much more story to be told. I look forward to Book 2.
The worldbuilding in this book is incredible! Borden does a beautiful job of crafting a fantasy landscape bursting with fully realized races and locations, each one unique. The sense of a rich history is felt on every page.
This book brings a satsifying conclusion to the primary plot threads, but there is clearly much more story to be told. I look forward to Book 2.
August 20, 2023
Borden has made a very promising start in this opening entry of her Awakenings saga of books. The world-building is vast and diverse and the perfect backdrop for her complex characters. Fans of the fantasy genre would welcome and appreciate this epic novel.
July 30, 2023
A must-read for fans of fantasy. Loved the well-drawn characters and their relationships to each other, as well as the intriguing setting and story backdrop.
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