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Dragon Spawn Chronicles #1
StarFire Dragons
The year is 3790. In the galactic region just beyond Cooperative territory lives a brutal warrior race. When a starship on a mission of science finds two warriors have crashed on a Cooperative planet, the crew is divided as to what to do. Principles, politics, and prejudice clash as more is discovered about these young warriors and their remarkable abilities. Commander J.D. Hapker, new and unsure of his position as second in command, risks both his career and his crew by taking charge of them. His struggle between what is right and what is necessary intensifies as every option threatens to ignite a war.
- GenresScience Fiction
371 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 1, 2022
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Dawn Ross
11 books24 followersDawn Ross isn't just a wife and mother or entrepreneur and volunteer. She's also an artist and writer. Her first love was drawing nature and wildlife, but she was also a daydreamer. One day, those dreams got too big to fit inside her head. So, she decided to write them down. A fantasy trilogy was her first endeavor. They did well but as her education and writing experience grew, she realized she wanted to do something new and better. And so began her sci-fi series. Her sci-fi novels have a little science but are mostly space-fantasy dramas. Though they are set far into the future, you will find many of the same modern-day societal problems such as greed, war, hate, prejudice, etc.
Dawn Ross has a degree in finance, but works at Meals on Wheels part time and as a writer part time. She is married and has a wonderful son. She is an animal lover and currently has an Australian Shepherd mix.
Dawn Ross has a degree in finance, but works at Meals on Wheels part time and as a writer part time. She is married and has a wonderful son. She is an animal lover and currently has an Australian Shepherd mix.
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January 10, 2026
I don't consume a lot of sci-fi content these days, but I grew up as a huge Star Wars fan and the books in their "Legends" era were some of my favorites. I've never read any Star Trek books, but I enjoyed some of the motion pictures and watched The Next Generation show when it first came out. Star Wars vs Star Trek is one of the most storied rivalries in fiction, and I'm happy to report that whichever side of that debate you fall on, "StarFire Dragons" has something you'll enjoy.
The plot, with its interpersonal drama and political wrangling, evokes a feeling of Star Trek, but this universe isn't all bright and shiny. It feels rough and lived-in, giving it that rawness of Star Wars and similar space opera type stories. There is also a smattering of action throughout, most especially at the thrilling climax.
While the story unfolds at a rather leisurely pace, I never found myself bored. The writing is compelling and the characters engrossing and three-dimensional. The author employs the well-used trope of races from a single planet having one defining characteristic, but she weaves a great deal of nuance and internal conflict that feels very natural and not at all forced. The main characters are all well rounded and distinctive, and even the unlikeable ones have believable motivations. Themes of generational prejudice, duty, and retribution are woven throughout the narrative, with several conflicting viewpoints presented.
Although this is unquestionably a science fiction work, with fantastical science and technology throughout, I never felt overwhelmed by technobabble. The author provides a helpful glossary at the end, but I never had to refer to it. Everything I needed to know was either explained outright or gleaned from context. I also appreciate there were a handful of curses and epithets in other languages whose precise definitions are not revealed in the narration. It's all done in such an easy, fluent way that conveys the spirit of the words without my needing to know exactly what they meant.
Overall, I enjoyed this book very much. I will definitely be adding the rest of the series to my TBR, and if you have any interest at all in stories with Star- in the name, you should too!
The plot, with its interpersonal drama and political wrangling, evokes a feeling of Star Trek, but this universe isn't all bright and shiny. It feels rough and lived-in, giving it that rawness of Star Wars and similar space opera type stories. There is also a smattering of action throughout, most especially at the thrilling climax.
While the story unfolds at a rather leisurely pace, I never found myself bored. The writing is compelling and the characters engrossing and three-dimensional. The author employs the well-used trope of races from a single planet having one defining characteristic, but she weaves a great deal of nuance and internal conflict that feels very natural and not at all forced. The main characters are all well rounded and distinctive, and even the unlikeable ones have believable motivations. Themes of generational prejudice, duty, and retribution are woven throughout the narrative, with several conflicting viewpoints presented.
Although this is unquestionably a science fiction work, with fantastical science and technology throughout, I never felt overwhelmed by technobabble. The author provides a helpful glossary at the end, but I never had to refer to it. Everything I needed to know was either explained outright or gleaned from context. I also appreciate there were a handful of curses and epithets in other languages whose precise definitions are not revealed in the narration. It's all done in such an easy, fluent way that conveys the spirit of the words without my needing to know exactly what they meant.
Overall, I enjoyed this book very much. I will definitely be adding the rest of the series to my TBR, and if you have any interest at all in stories with Star- in the name, you should too!
August 7, 2022
“StarFire Dragons” is Book One of the Dragon Spawn Chronicles and introduces Commander JD Hapker in 3790. Second-in-command, but unsure about his position and how he got there, he’s quickly tested in his new role as a Commander on the Odyssey. The ship’s the largest and most advanced science vessel of the Prontaean Colonial Cooperative.
Overall, I enjoyed this story. The two main characters of Jori and Hapker are well-developed with very different personalities and a connection that leaps off of the page. Jori’s inner struggle of his families’ expectations combined with the inner turmoil of his feelings is emotionally complicated and intriguing. Some of the ancillary characters are more developed than the others, but this is only book one and may be a focus of a future tale. Find the full review at heatherlbarksdale.com
I received a copy of this story in exchange of a fair and honest review.
Overall, I enjoyed this story. The two main characters of Jori and Hapker are well-developed with very different personalities and a connection that leaps off of the page. Jori’s inner struggle of his families’ expectations combined with the inner turmoil of his feelings is emotionally complicated and intriguing. Some of the ancillary characters are more developed than the others, but this is only book one and may be a focus of a future tale. Find the full review at heatherlbarksdale.com
I received a copy of this story in exchange of a fair and honest review.
June 10, 2021
This book is an amazing blend of sci-fi space action and intimate character drama.
We’re introduced to a wonderful world, rich and full, with definite Star Trek vibes. It’s crammed with intrigue, and the interplay between the characters is first class. But at its heart lies a deeply personal examination of family, friendship, loyalty, and duty.
It’s outlandish, yet grounded. Original, yet familiar. A real treat for the imagination. The characters are richly drawn, and the strands that weave their lives together will find a way into your heart, and tug on your insides.
It’s a fantastic first book in a series that I can’t wait to read more of. If you enjoy Star Trek style sci-fi and are searching for something new to read, then congratulations — you just found it.
We’re introduced to a wonderful world, rich and full, with definite Star Trek vibes. It’s crammed with intrigue, and the interplay between the characters is first class. But at its heart lies a deeply personal examination of family, friendship, loyalty, and duty.
It’s outlandish, yet grounded. Original, yet familiar. A real treat for the imagination. The characters are richly drawn, and the strands that weave their lives together will find a way into your heart, and tug on your insides.
It’s a fantastic first book in a series that I can’t wait to read more of. If you enjoy Star Trek style sci-fi and are searching for something new to read, then congratulations — you just found it.
January 7, 2022
An entertaining space opera, StarFire Dragons is a tale of morals -of mankind going out into the stars and taking itself along. When former earth occupants, now evolved in different directions, are thrown together, they have to learn to deal with each other while still maintaining their individual traits. The characters are believable, the story possible, and the outcome leaves one wanting more. A good beginning to what promises to be a very good series.
January 10, 2022
At first the style reminded me of Star Trek but within a few chapters that was forgotten as the story unfolded. Set on a large spaceship within the various human world's settled from Earth, no alien races having been found. The range of different characters was immense and gave the story great depth. The main strand of the two children, brothers from a war mongering planet controlled by an Emporar making them enemies to most. The development of the younger child in coming to see other humans as more than enemies was cleverly interwoven throughout with many side stories adding to the overall complexity of the decisions needing to be made by the captain and his crew.
October 5, 2024
Dawn Ross has done what I want to do. A participant in National Write a Novel in a Month contest; she has not only gotten in her 50,000 words for the months of Novembers. She turned her work into a series.
I enjoyed the first book; it was sold as being like "Star Trek"; and I thought I was going to read a novel based on the Botany Bay/Kan/Eugenics Wars. Alas, its inspiration came from another story line in Next Generation. That said, this is a completely different universe. And well worth the read.
I enjoyed the first book; it was sold as being like "Star Trek"; and I thought I was going to read a novel based on the Botany Bay/Kan/Eugenics Wars. Alas, its inspiration came from another story line in Next Generation. That said, this is a completely different universe. And well worth the read.
November 24, 2023
Fascinating character interaction
I've read lots of sci-fi and space operas, but never one like this. Despite this book's influences, it's no clone of any franchise I've ever watched or read. Commander Hapker has two young boys on his ship who belong to an enemy race. One is asleep for most of the book and the other, named Jori, is awake and chafes against his captors. Against the many dissenting voices, Hapker does his best to befriend Jori, and the resulting story departs from the usual space opera fare into something quite special. The author shows these two very different people forming a friendship in a very tense and hostile situation without making it feel like a Hallmark movie (if Hallmark movies were like this, I'd actually watch them.) In alternative point-of-view scenes, we get deep inside the head of each person to see all the forces trying to pit them against each other--especially Jori against the entire crew of the ship, and it's fascinating to watch events unfold. I don't usually talk in so much detail about the plot in my reviews, but this one really stood out.
The writing is clean, polished, and never gets in the way. It's not flowery and I can't think of any particular one-liners I found memorable. Well, maybe this one: "As a defense chief, he was all about blind loyalty and the fanatic fulfillment of responsibilities. Calloway wouldn't be surprised if the word duty had been tattooed on his backside."
There are several other POV characters, but Jori and Hapker were the only ones I connected with. But those connections were astoundingly deep. By the end of the book, I knew this was a series I had to read the rest of. Indeed, as I write this I'm already partway into book two.
In addition to vivid characters, the author paints a believable world and makes it look effortless. Tons of scientific detail underpin the shipboard tech and military operations, and yet it all feels smooth and easy to follow. Nothing sounds like scientific gobbledegook for its own sake--everything feels real, like the author was actually there watching all this happen and taking notes. If you're looking a series to immerse yourself in, you've come to the right place. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to continue reading book two...
I've read lots of sci-fi and space operas, but never one like this. Despite this book's influences, it's no clone of any franchise I've ever watched or read. Commander Hapker has two young boys on his ship who belong to an enemy race. One is asleep for most of the book and the other, named Jori, is awake and chafes against his captors. Against the many dissenting voices, Hapker does his best to befriend Jori, and the resulting story departs from the usual space opera fare into something quite special. The author shows these two very different people forming a friendship in a very tense and hostile situation without making it feel like a Hallmark movie (if Hallmark movies were like this, I'd actually watch them.) In alternative point-of-view scenes, we get deep inside the head of each person to see all the forces trying to pit them against each other--especially Jori against the entire crew of the ship, and it's fascinating to watch events unfold. I don't usually talk in so much detail about the plot in my reviews, but this one really stood out.
The writing is clean, polished, and never gets in the way. It's not flowery and I can't think of any particular one-liners I found memorable. Well, maybe this one: "As a defense chief, he was all about blind loyalty and the fanatic fulfillment of responsibilities. Calloway wouldn't be surprised if the word duty had been tattooed on his backside."
There are several other POV characters, but Jori and Hapker were the only ones I connected with. But those connections were astoundingly deep. By the end of the book, I knew this was a series I had to read the rest of. Indeed, as I write this I'm already partway into book two.
In addition to vivid characters, the author paints a believable world and makes it look effortless. Tons of scientific detail underpin the shipboard tech and military operations, and yet it all feels smooth and easy to follow. Nothing sounds like scientific gobbledegook for its own sake--everything feels real, like the author was actually there watching all this happen and taking notes. If you're looking a series to immerse yourself in, you've come to the right place. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to continue reading book two...
February 12, 2022
StarFire Dragons is book one in the sci-fi/fantasy Dragon Spawn Chronicles by Dawn Ross.
The story follows what happens when the crew of the Odyssey starship finds two child-warriors on a Cooperative planet and must decide what to do.
New in his role, Vice-Executive Commander J.D. Hapker makes an interesting choice that sets the rest of the story in motion.
My favorite parts of the book were the interactions between Hapker and Jori as they competed, compared beliefs and outlooks, and decided whether to trust each other. I also enjoyed the observations about how the Grapnes and Tredons viewed each other.
Ross throws in funny and lighthearted lines like, “The man was as out of place as a worm in a salad”, without taking you out of the complex universe she created.
Her commitment to creating that intricate universe went so deep she included a thorough glossary explaining terms and phrases. I wish I had realized there was a glossary before I finished the novel, but it was still helpful to discover and read it at the end.
Several reviews and the author herself note that this book is reminiscent of Star Trek. As someone who hasn’t been bitten by the Star Trek bug, I still found this book enjoyable.
If I had one suggestion, I would have liked a few more references to the physical features of the main characters throughout the book to help me more fully visualize their distinctions and interactions with each other.
On the whole, this was an interesting read that builds a strong foundation for several more sequels in the series. I look forward to learning what happens in the next two books.
Thank you to Ross for providing a free e-review copy of the book. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.
For more of my reviews, visit www.bookpicksandpics.com.
The story follows what happens when the crew of the Odyssey starship finds two child-warriors on a Cooperative planet and must decide what to do.
New in his role, Vice-Executive Commander J.D. Hapker makes an interesting choice that sets the rest of the story in motion.
My favorite parts of the book were the interactions between Hapker and Jori as they competed, compared beliefs and outlooks, and decided whether to trust each other. I also enjoyed the observations about how the Grapnes and Tredons viewed each other.
Ross throws in funny and lighthearted lines like, “The man was as out of place as a worm in a salad”, without taking you out of the complex universe she created.
Her commitment to creating that intricate universe went so deep she included a thorough glossary explaining terms and phrases. I wish I had realized there was a glossary before I finished the novel, but it was still helpful to discover and read it at the end.
Several reviews and the author herself note that this book is reminiscent of Star Trek. As someone who hasn’t been bitten by the Star Trek bug, I still found this book enjoyable.
If I had one suggestion, I would have liked a few more references to the physical features of the main characters throughout the book to help me more fully visualize their distinctions and interactions with each other.
On the whole, this was an interesting read that builds a strong foundation for several more sequels in the series. I look forward to learning what happens in the next two books.
Thank you to Ross for providing a free e-review copy of the book. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.
For more of my reviews, visit www.bookpicksandpics.com.
January 30, 2026
An entertaining story, but missed the mark for me for 5 stars. I am a fan of hard Sci Fi and Military Sci Fi, which this is neither. Through the book I never got the feeling this couldn’t have been a Fantasy or even Steam Punk story. The technology isn’t even a background character here. To me it was more Star Wars than Star Trek.
Those fiction stories, whether Sci Fi or Fantasy that capture my attention and where I am able to paint a mental picture of the story or those with characters I can become friends with are the ones that compel me to continue to read the series. I have a vested interest in the story and feel compelled to continue to read to find out what happens next. I honestly can say that didn’t happen here.
I have no connection to any of the characters so I don’t really care about their future. Perhaps that’s the fault of the slow burn in this first book. There was this slow build up to a very rapid ending which kind of felt rushed to me. Did Jori survive? Don’t really care either way so I’m not compelled to read book 2 to find out.
I don’t really have a connection to the world either. There’s this “evil” empire out there, but the “good” guys aren’t really painted any better. I’m unable to support the Cooperative if they have people who are OK with killing children because they hate the empire they come from; and it’s not just 1 or 2 characters. It’s the minority that can get past this hatred. So, again I’m not compelled to read further to find out which side “wins”. At this point either side winning is a loss for humanity. Perhaps this is what the author was going for, but it’s not hooked me.
I’ll probably finish the series at some point in the future. This just didn’t hook me enough to bring it to the top of my reading list.
Those fiction stories, whether Sci Fi or Fantasy that capture my attention and where I am able to paint a mental picture of the story or those with characters I can become friends with are the ones that compel me to continue to read the series. I have a vested interest in the story and feel compelled to continue to read to find out what happens next. I honestly can say that didn’t happen here.
I have no connection to any of the characters so I don’t really care about their future. Perhaps that’s the fault of the slow burn in this first book. There was this slow build up to a very rapid ending which kind of felt rushed to me. Did Jori survive? Don’t really care either way so I’m not compelled to read book 2 to find out.
I don’t really have a connection to the world either. There’s this “evil” empire out there, but the “good” guys aren’t really painted any better. I’m unable to support the Cooperative if they have people who are OK with killing children because they hate the empire they come from; and it’s not just 1 or 2 characters. It’s the minority that can get past this hatred. So, again I’m not compelled to read further to find out which side “wins”. At this point either side winning is a loss for humanity. Perhaps this is what the author was going for, but it’s not hooked me.
I’ll probably finish the series at some point in the future. This just didn’t hook me enough to bring it to the top of my reading list.
April 11, 2021
"War caused good people to hate and kill, good people to die, and it had destroyed Earth and scattered humans to the stars."
StarFire Dragons takes place in 3790. Humans have indeed been scattered across the universe. As one can imagine, the former occupants of earth have evolved differently and they have their differences. This book tells the story of what happens when three factions cross paths.
As the blurb on the book's cover states, the story owes a debt to Star Trek. It is very reminiscent of a story that could have taken place on the Enterprise (one character's ID is 1701). But, to me, that is ok. The universe is different enough, and the story written well enough, that it works.
The characters' motivations are always plausible and believable. The dialogue rings true throughout.
I'm still reflecting on the ending. I'm not sure I agree with the captain's final assessment of the resolution. But it is consistent with the character. It has made me want to read the second installment of the series.
Overall, I enjoyed reading the book and look forward to reading the sequel!
StarFire Dragons takes place in 3790. Humans have indeed been scattered across the universe. As one can imagine, the former occupants of earth have evolved differently and they have their differences. This book tells the story of what happens when three factions cross paths.
As the blurb on the book's cover states, the story owes a debt to Star Trek. It is very reminiscent of a story that could have taken place on the Enterprise (one character's ID is 1701). But, to me, that is ok. The universe is different enough, and the story written well enough, that it works.
The characters' motivations are always plausible and believable. The dialogue rings true throughout.
I'm still reflecting on the ending. I'm not sure I agree with the captain's final assessment of the resolution. But it is consistent with the character. It has made me want to read the second installment of the series.
Overall, I enjoyed reading the book and look forward to reading the sequel!
May 7, 2021
Ross does a fantastic job of really pulling you into a compelling story, dropping you in the midst of tension that comes from eons of warring factions spread throughout the galaxy. And she does this so well without making you feel like you need to know the history of it all.
One of Ross's biggest strengths in this piece is placing the reader in each character's mind with their hopes, fears, joys, and confidences—and even though the reader may know what each part of the cast is thinking, you still feel the unknowns of each of these characters. I also find the concept of a universe solely populated by humans to be fascinating, especially as the species itself branches into separate cultures, evolutions, languages, and nearly become aliens to themselves throughout the centuries and millennia.
All in all, I highly recommend this book for a compelling drama set in a unique concept of our universe.
One of Ross's biggest strengths in this piece is placing the reader in each character's mind with their hopes, fears, joys, and confidences—and even though the reader may know what each part of the cast is thinking, you still feel the unknowns of each of these characters. I also find the concept of a universe solely populated by humans to be fascinating, especially as the species itself branches into separate cultures, evolutions, languages, and nearly become aliens to themselves throughout the centuries and millennia.
All in all, I highly recommend this book for a compelling drama set in a unique concept of our universe.
October 22, 2023
Photons & Phasers, Sure: BUT
I was expecting a Trekkie take and I was TOTALLY up for that, being a Trekkie of the James T. Kirk variety and when the Tredon appeared to be thinly disguised Klingons, I thought I was right. But then the writer takes another direction. For one, the empathy of Kirk, is personified best by Hapker, the ship’s second in command. Also, the moral conundrum, another Star Trek staple, is the question of which is truly a unit’s highest calling: morality or logic. Arguably, the two enemy boys the ship is harboring, Jori and Teekeshi, are not only lethal but royalty and should be treated as dangerous criminals. But what if they’re NOT criminals? should you even risk bothering to find out. Don’t know if Star Trek ever went THAT deep!
I was expecting a Trekkie take and I was TOTALLY up for that, being a Trekkie of the James T. Kirk variety and when the Tredon appeared to be thinly disguised Klingons, I thought I was right. But then the writer takes another direction. For one, the empathy of Kirk, is personified best by Hapker, the ship’s second in command. Also, the moral conundrum, another Star Trek staple, is the question of which is truly a unit’s highest calling: morality or logic. Arguably, the two enemy boys the ship is harboring, Jori and Teekeshi, are not only lethal but royalty and should be treated as dangerous criminals. But what if they’re NOT criminals? should you even risk bothering to find out. Don’t know if Star Trek ever went THAT deep!
February 1, 2022
Fans of Star Trek will enjoy this series!
I love Star Trek type tales… read this is one sitting!
Members of an empire bred for war conflict with The Cooperative, an intergalactic space force which strives for peace…
A diverse set of intriguing characters, mystery, and action make this space fantasy an engaging read. It delves into the battle between duty and friendship, and how trust and patience can be stronger than hate. Ross weaves a fantastic story of the struggle to move beyond perception and history toward acceptance and a future with hope.
This is just the beginning…
I love Star Trek type tales… read this is one sitting!
Members of an empire bred for war conflict with The Cooperative, an intergalactic space force which strives for peace…
A diverse set of intriguing characters, mystery, and action make this space fantasy an engaging read. It delves into the battle between duty and friendship, and how trust and patience can be stronger than hate. Ross weaves a fantastic story of the struggle to move beyond perception and history toward acceptance and a future with hope.
This is just the beginning…
February 9, 2022
Other reviews sum this one up well. I'll just say I not only read it but finished it! And I rarely read SciFi, much less finish (I do love SciFi but I tend to watch it as opposed to reading it). It does have a Star Trek feel, for just a tad, but becomes its own thing quickly. It ends with what feels like a dovetail into more of the story which is fine since book 2 is already out.
April 26, 2022
It's based on the Star Trek universe but definitely not your old Star Trek. Two princes of the enemy are found on a destroyed ship one is badly injured and the youngest isn't. A young second in command trying to secure a place and challenges around every corner. Dawn unquestionably writes her own Star Trek adventure. I highly recommend this book.
From a author's free review copy.
From a author's free review copy.
August 20, 2022
Wow - I really enjoyed this book! Other reviewers are more eloquent than I can be, but I completely agree with the interaction between the characters, the moral dilemmas which arise, getting inside the thoughts of the main characters - all of it is so good!
I received a free copy of this book for an honest review.
I received a free copy of this book for an honest review.
September 14, 2022
I have a new author
I won't lie, I first got this because it had Dragon in the title. I wasn't expecting a sci-fi thriller, but I am quite pleased with what I got. Good character development and plot. A few bumpy patches, but there is clearly a lot of world building in store for book 2.
I won't lie, I first got this because it had Dragon in the title. I wasn't expecting a sci-fi thriller, but I am quite pleased with what I got. Good character development and plot. A few bumpy patches, but there is clearly a lot of world building in store for book 2.
October 3, 2022
A largely non-military ship in a difficult spot…
I am somewhat puzzled by the Star Trek elements. There is enough story here to not need the references. I read this book in one sitting, because I wanted to know the next events. This is an entertaining yarn about a largely non-military ship in a difficult spot. Enjoy it.
I am somewhat puzzled by the Star Trek elements. There is enough story here to not need the references. I read this book in one sitting, because I wanted to know the next events. This is an entertaining yarn about a largely non-military ship in a difficult spot. Enjoy it.
July 18, 2023
Intense and Fast Paced
Talk about tenterhooks! The story of JD Hapker is so unbelievably intense I couldn’t put the book down. In just two days I read through a long but never boring and always intense book. Dawn Ross is an amazing author of science fiction and StarFire Dragons is one you don’t want to miss.
Talk about tenterhooks! The story of JD Hapker is so unbelievably intense I couldn’t put the book down. In just two days I read through a long but never boring and always intense book. Dawn Ross is an amazing author of science fiction and StarFire Dragons is one you don’t want to miss.
August 6, 2023
Good war space book
I'm amazed that this author can write so many fantastic novels, I hope that She never stops writing. Her books are some of the best Entertainment I have read and worth the time to read them. Thank you for a very fun entertaining read.
My only thing I did not like was I was expecting Dragons and got none. Maybe a die name.
I'm amazed that this author can write so many fantastic novels, I hope that She never stops writing. Her books are some of the best Entertainment I have read and worth the time to read them. Thank you for a very fun entertaining read.
My only thing I did not like was I was expecting Dragons and got none. Maybe a die name.
May 3, 2024
Reads like a slowly developing Star Trek episode.
There's a balance between character development and plot speed. The characters are mostly believable and you understand why they do what they do. That said, there were plenty of occasions when I wondered "Will something please happen?"
I'm going to continue with the series and see if it speeds up now that we know the characters better.
There's a balance between character development and plot speed. The characters are mostly believable and you understand why they do what they do. That said, there were plenty of occasions when I wondered "Will something please happen?"
I'm going to continue with the series and see if it speeds up now that we know the characters better.
March 4, 2022
This book for some reason really caught my attention
I mostly read military syfi which is why I got this book. It started out a little slowly for me but after a few pages I got fully vested in the story.
I would give this book a 4.5 star rating.
I mostly read military syfi which is why I got this book. It started out a little slowly for me but after a few pages I got fully vested in the story.
I would give this book a 4.5 star rating.
May 20, 2022
Awesome Adventure
This is a great sci-fi adventure full of fast paced action and intrigue. The characters were awesome and very easy to identify with. I really like this book and I highly recommend it.
This is a great sci-fi adventure full of fast paced action and intrigue. The characters were awesome and very easy to identify with. I really like this book and I highly recommend it.
August 12, 2023
Ignore age designation
I am 75 and thoroughly enjoyed this story. Loved the cast of characters and can't wait to follow them to the end of the tale. Sci-fi but more based on personalities instead of technical jargon. Five in and enjoy.
I am 75 and thoroughly enjoyed this story. Loved the cast of characters and can't wait to follow them to the end of the tale. Sci-fi but more based on personalities instead of technical jargon. Five in and enjoy.
December 30, 2024
A really GREAT read! .. Dawn Ross has created a blend of Sci-Fi that is compelling and a joy to read. I like the way she built the people's background and great story line. ... I purchased ALL of the Dragon Spawn Chronicles ... And enjoyed all ... looking forward to more.
May 3, 2022
Awesome
Loved this book. Can't wait to read book two. The characters were great and the story line superb. Great read
Loved this book. Can't wait to read book two. The characters were great and the story line superb. Great read
July 29, 2022
awesome book
looking forward to reading number two. I really like and feel for the characters. reminded me of a good star trek book.
looking forward to reading number two. I really like and feel for the characters. reminded me of a good star trek book.
June 19, 2025
An absolutely compelling story with characters that feel incredibly real—it’s easy to see parts of yourself in them. The author’s writing style is both smooth and emotionally resonant, pulling you into every chapter. I was hooked from the start and found myself thinking about the characters long after I finished. Can’t wait to dive into the next book in the series!”
May 29, 2025
This was a very good story with characters you could relate to and identify with. I love the authors writing style. I am ready for the next book!
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