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Blood of the Ancients #3
Dragon Touched
Fire essence flows through the kingdom. But it isn’t the only kind of essence.
Desire to understand his strange essence pushes Rob. He’s left his village, but now he’ll need to leave the kingdom and all that is familiar for him to get the answers he craves.
What he finds leads him to question if his essence is corrupted. With an essence like his, how will he ever master it enough to evolve?
As the icy Spread pushes toward the Borderlands, the only way for Rob to find his answers is out in the Spread—but doing so may cost him everything.
Dragon Touched is book 3 in an exciting new progression fantasy series!
Desire to understand his strange essence pushes Rob. He’s left his village, but now he’ll need to leave the kingdom and all that is familiar for him to get the answers he craves.
What he finds leads him to question if his essence is corrupted. With an essence like his, how will he ever master it enough to evolve?
As the icy Spread pushes toward the Borderlands, the only way for Rob to find his answers is out in the Spread—but doing so may cost him everything.
Dragon Touched is book 3 in an exciting new progression fantasy series!
280 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 21, 2022
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December 22, 2022
I would give it a 5 if it was not for the slight repetitiveness in some parts and the obvious editing issues.
Otherwise, it is an excellent story, thoroughly enjoying it.
Otherwise, it is an excellent story, thoroughly enjoying it.
December 30, 2024
Wicked
Omg I loved book three for sure. Rob is building on the knowledge of his power which I will say as saved his and Serena a few times but it's still a work in progress and the progress begins in book 4 bye bye for now
Omg I loved book three for sure. Rob is building on the knowledge of his power which I will say as saved his and Serena a few times but it's still a work in progress and the progress begins in book 4 bye bye for now
June 29, 2023
If not for my principle of never DNF'ing anything, I would have really, really, really just chucked this one anywhere or the nearest bin....
By the Underworld's throne, never had I read a book that is about bickering, constant bickering, the concept of essence and how you can control, where it is from, how to acquire it, THIS IS ALREADY BOOK 3!!!! No changes whatsoever....still a concept...
Oh right the books are just 200+ pages, for a normal novel this might be a fourth of the journey but really just constant back and forth, this was a progression.... the only thing that progresses in my opinion was my feeling of throwing away this book...............
WHEW........finally done with it..........
By the Underworld's throne, never had I read a book that is about bickering, constant bickering, the concept of essence and how you can control, where it is from, how to acquire it, THIS IS ALREADY BOOK 3!!!! No changes whatsoever....still a concept...
Oh right the books are just 200+ pages, for a normal novel this might be a fourth of the journey but really just constant back and forth, this was a progression.... the only thing that progresses in my opinion was my feeling of throwing away this book...............
WHEW........finally done with it..........
April 13, 2023
Decent story line but so poorly written and edited.
I've read Holmberg before so thought I would get a decently written story. How very disappointing to get such a sloppy mess. This smacks of a let's just throw something out there will we ride on our laurels for a bit. The poor writing and editing get in the way of what could be a good story. I made it through book 3 but I am done now since it hasn't improved. Do better Michaelson and Holmberg. Be respectful of the craft, yourselves and your readers.
I've read Holmberg before so thought I would get a decently written story. How very disappointing to get such a sloppy mess. This smacks of a let's just throw something out there will we ride on our laurels for a bit. The poor writing and editing get in the way of what could be a good story. I made it through book 3 but I am done now since it hasn't improved. Do better Michaelson and Holmberg. Be respectful of the craft, yourselves and your readers.
January 18, 2023
Binge worthy
I can't believe I'm on the 3rd book already, I picked up the 1st book and literally cannot put this series down. It's been a long time since something's grabbed my attention this quickly definitely must have in anyone's library. The characters are easy to identify with and the story line just draws you in.
I can't believe I'm on the 3rd book already, I picked up the 1st book and literally cannot put this series down. It's been a long time since something's grabbed my attention this quickly definitely must have in anyone's library. The characters are easy to identify with and the story line just draws you in.
July 6, 2022
Editing
While the story is unique and entertaining, the authors need a new editor. It is distracting to the story to have to stop and re-read sentences over a time or two for intent.
While the story is unique and entertaining, the authors need a new editor. It is distracting to the story to have to stop and re-read sentences over a time or two for intent.
February 25, 2026
3.5 Stars
Dragon Touched is the third book in the Blood of the Ancients Series by Dan Michaelson & D.K. Holmberg - it is an epic fantasy, with a coming-of-age adventure, and high-stakes heroism. We follow Rob, a young man who, unlike most of his people, is not transformed by the mystical “firewater” meant to strengthen warriors against the valley’s deadly threats. This twist sets him on a path of self-discovery, resilience, and unexpected power.
The authors craft a vivid setting filled with dangerous creatures, ancient mysteries, and a tangible sense of history. The lore surrounding the “dragon forged” and the valley’s threats is original, intriguing, and quite richly detailed.
Each book builds momentum, balancing action with quieter, emotional moments. The stakes escalate naturally, keeping me invested the whole way through.
The series leans into familiar fantasy tropes, so seasoned readers might predict some plot threads – but they still deliver an engrossing read.
Happy Reading…
Dragon Touched is the third book in the Blood of the Ancients Series by Dan Michaelson & D.K. Holmberg - it is an epic fantasy, with a coming-of-age adventure, and high-stakes heroism. We follow Rob, a young man who, unlike most of his people, is not transformed by the mystical “firewater” meant to strengthen warriors against the valley’s deadly threats. This twist sets him on a path of self-discovery, resilience, and unexpected power.
The authors craft a vivid setting filled with dangerous creatures, ancient mysteries, and a tangible sense of history. The lore surrounding the “dragon forged” and the valley’s threats is original, intriguing, and quite richly detailed.
Each book builds momentum, balancing action with quieter, emotional moments. The stakes escalate naturally, keeping me invested the whole way through.
The series leans into familiar fantasy tropes, so seasoned readers might predict some plot threads – but they still deliver an engrossing read.
Happy Reading…
December 3, 2022
Very Wordy YA Sword n Sorcery but no Swords
To be fair, I’m not a magic and sorcery fan. If done well, which most authors don’t, and fits in…I’m good. Book one was okay but I was ready to stop about a third of the way into book two. Two subplots(a sprite and the queen’s thinking of the MC) and Amazon KU kept me going.
Skimmed rest of books two and three with no progress on either subplots. Done. The notion of three major characters going on an ‘adventure’ with no weapons, equipment or planning was too much.
If you like super hero magic type plot, maybe you’ll like. This was just too wordy and flat out boring for me.
To be fair, I’m not a magic and sorcery fan. If done well, which most authors don’t, and fits in…I’m good. Book one was okay but I was ready to stop about a third of the way into book two. Two subplots(a sprite and the queen’s thinking of the MC) and Amazon KU kept me going.
Skimmed rest of books two and three with no progress on either subplots. Done. The notion of three major characters going on an ‘adventure’ with no weapons, equipment or planning was too much.
If you like super hero magic type plot, maybe you’ll like. This was just too wordy and flat out boring for me.
November 10, 2024
This is just straight up bad writing. Every paragraph of this book is just the previous paragraph rearranged. Not to mention, that there was zero proofreading of the book. “I need to find answers they might have them” “I’ll go out there and might find some answers” “maybe he has answers” “maybe if I push outward I’ll have answers” “I pushed outwards, are the answers coming” “the spread, the spread oh and did I mention the spread, it might have answers”. If you want to read a 300 page run on sentence that could have been one chapter with the same amount information, since there was literally no information or plot to even conceive in this book.
February 21, 2026
In book 3 this series continues to move forward, albeit slowly. The pacing is still slow and the "crisis" points are like slow rolling hills, there is no real buildup and resolution at even point, the book just keeps steadily plodding forward. The other issue is the dialogue, which keeps the pacing slow. The characters talk a lot but they never real say anything to move the story forward, just rehash the same things that have been talked to death in the first two books.
I am in general enjoying the storyline though and interested in seeing how it progresses as I get deeper into the series.
I am in general enjoying the storyline though and interested in seeing how it progresses as I get deeper into the series.
July 16, 2023
Addictive series, exciting, tense and entertaining!!!!
Congratulations to D.K. Holmberg and Dan Michaelson for this amazing series. Ibt’s extremely hard to find such interesting and exciting authors who not only write intelligently but also provide top rated plots, characters and excitement in the stories. I’m really looking forward to the next book!
Congratulations to D.K. Holmberg and Dan Michaelson for this amazing series. Ibt’s extremely hard to find such interesting and exciting authors who not only write intelligently but also provide top rated plots, characters and excitement in the stories. I’m really looking forward to the next book!
December 26, 2024
It's all about the essence and Rob is still learning his. His entry into the frosty land yields some answers but even more questions. He is not loved except by his special team. This is a young man in search of answers, but will this frosty world yield the answers or just danger and maybe even death?
June 30, 2022
Very interesting development.
In his attempt to find out what his power is Rob goes to an area where frost is overtaking everything. He finds that there was much more going on than was suspected at first. The next part of his quest to find out more about himself should prove to be quite interesting.
In his attempt to find out what his power is Rob goes to an area where frost is overtaking everything. He finds that there was much more going on than was suspected at first. The next part of his quest to find out more about himself should prove to be quite interesting.
September 20, 2022
Still unable to stop reading
So far this series hasn't failed to
keep me reading...it is compelling, exciting and a new type of dragon tale..the newness keeps me reading and wanting to know what is going to happen next!
So far this series hasn't failed to
keep me reading...it is compelling, exciting and a new type of dragon tale..the newness keeps me reading and wanting to know what is going to happen next!
November 22, 2022
Needs an editor... Great read. Really love the essence.
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Really get distracted by the typos...
Enjoyed the story. The theory of essence is fun. I will keep reading the series. Hope they get an editor
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Really get distracted by the typos...
Enjoyed the story. The theory of essence is fun. I will keep reading the series. Hope they get an editor
August 13, 2023
The saga continues. Rob and friends go to the borderlands. There is an ice spread pushing to the borderlands. Rob must go into the ice spread to get answers to his quest. Story get more complex but still captures the reader's interest.
September 23, 2024
Sucks you deeper
A nice quick read. Characters are good. Needs a better editor but not as bad as some. Still disruptive when your into he story. Definitely a good read. Off to number 4.
A nice quick read. Characters are good. Needs a better editor but not as bad as some. Still disruptive when your into he story. Definitely a good read. Off to number 4.
July 9, 2022
Enjoyed tis book
I rated this book at a 5 star because it was a fast moving book w
ith
a unique way with an old premise
I rated this book at a 5 star because it was a fast moving book w
ith
a unique way with an old premise
July 15, 2022
Dragon Touched
The story keeps you engaged through out. The characters are wonderful . There is plenty of action. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.
The story keeps you engaged through out. The characters are wonderful . There is plenty of action. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.
August 22, 2022
I did like the first book but after reading the third one my interest failed.
This is the first time I'm leaving a series of books unread...
This is the first time I'm leaving a series of books unread...
September 26, 2022
Shame on you
Grammar and sentence structure are terrible in places.
Its a good story but you need to check your homework better
Grammar and sentence structure are terrible in places.
Its a good story but you need to check your homework better
October 24, 2022
Good series
December 22, 2022
Cold
Interesting set of characters and well written, in a believable world setting. Be interesring to see the next installment in this series.
Interesting set of characters and well written, in a believable world setting. Be interesring to see the next installment in this series.
February 18, 2023
Dragon Touched
Rob has grown exponentially during his amazing trials. Can't wait to see how far he will progress in the next book.
Rob has grown exponentially during his amazing trials. Can't wait to see how far he will progress in the next book.
March 7, 2023
Find new proof reader
I am in the middle of next book. So many words out of place or just missing. Hard to believe was proof read.
I am in the middle of next book. So many words out of place or just missing. Hard to believe was proof read.
April 25, 2023
A good series fast paced and entertaining.
However you need to get a new proof reader as the amount of missing words, wrong words, half words and grammatical errors is shocking for a published book.
Hence only three stars
However you need to get a new proof reader as the amount of missing words, wrong words, half words and grammatical errors is shocking for a published book.
Hence only three stars
November 20, 2023
not compelling
I like to find immersion I these multi book series. This one lost momentum, I will stay with the series to see if it revs up again.
I like to find immersion I these multi book series. This one lost momentum, I will stay with the series to see if it revs up again.
August 6, 2024
Good read but...
There is a lot of redundancy and it gets in the way of being a better read. Good imagery though.
There is a lot of redundancy and it gets in the way of being a better read. Good imagery though.
September 12, 2024
Good Fast Read
Enjoyed the story and able to read it quickly, but the writer has a tendency to repeat the same phrases over and over.
Enjoyed the story and able to read it quickly, but the writer has a tendency to repeat the same phrases over and over.
January 17, 2025
book
Was ok. Lost interest in the book. And the series’s was kind of repeating in the story itself thanks for the opportunity to read this
Was ok. Lost interest in the book. And the series’s was kind of repeating in the story itself thanks for the opportunity to read this
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