Another prequel for the movie "Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves", this novel, "The Druid's Call" by E.K. Johnston, follows the origin for Doric, the tiefling druid that becomes one of the main characters in the movie. Adopted by the elves of Neverwinter Wood, Doric struggles to find his place in a community that has … Seguir leyendo Review – The Druid’s Call by E.K. Johnston
Etiqueta: fantasy
Review – The Road to Neverwinter by Jaleigh Johnson
A tie-in to the upcoming movie Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, "The Road to Neverwinter" by Jaleigh Johnson narrates the start of the merry little band of scoundrels that are the main characters. Former bard, Edgin, is a widower in charge of Kira, his little daughter. He befriends Holga, a human warrior, and together … Seguir leyendo Review – The Road to Neverwinter by Jaleigh Johnson
Review – Illusionary by Zoraida Córdova
"Illusionary" by Zoraida Córdova is the final book in the "Hollow Crown" trilogy (after "Incendiary"), and it's an apt finale for the series, although the book is not as good or as innovative as the first one. Continuing the story of Renata Convida, she has been forced to escape along his once most ardent enemy, … Seguir leyendo Review – Illusionary by Zoraida Córdova
Review – Incendiary by Zoraida Córdova
A brilliant novel, yes it's based on some fantasy tropes, but "Incendiary" by Zoraida Córdova delivers the action, intrigue and twists that make it a refreshing read. Renata Convida has the power to steal someone's memories with her touch, making her one of the few people in the world with this power. The current king … Seguir leyendo Review – Incendiary by Zoraida Córdova
Review – The Afterward by E. K. Johnston
"The Afterward" is a delightful novel by E. K. Johnston where she follows the premise of what happens after the "happily ever after" of noble adventurers. After a perilous and epic quest to save the world (which is also presented in the book as a series of flashbacks), we see the heroines return to their … Seguir leyendo Review – The Afterward by E. K. Johnston
Review – Ballad & Dagger by Daniel José Older
Ballad & Dagger is the first Daniel José Older novel in Rick Riordan's imprint. It is about a teenager finding out the magical powers that he wields and finding his place in his community, a fictitious group of exiles from a lost Caribbean island. The book details the shifts of power between two communities and … Seguir leyendo Review – Ballad & Dagger by Daniel José Older






