Incredible! Didn't want it to end!

This book and this world enthralled me from beginning to end. I didn't want it to end! All of the characters were vivid, as were settings. The fight scenes were so beautifully written, and indeed the writing in general is so absorbing. I was on the edge of my seat so many times and just stopped even trying to guess what was going to happen and went along for the ride. And, oohhhhh if you love Dragons, you're in for such a treat. the Dragons are revered in this book and described so beautifully and fiercely. Also, the narrator was/is perfect for such a story. I cannot wait for the sequel to come out!

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I don't really know what to say

This book to me, for lack of a better description, feels extremely weird. Even now looking back at listening to it I have lots of conflicting and confusing feelings about it.

Nevertheless I would say it is a good and intruiging story, the biggest problem for me was narration, which is obviously very subjective.

I find it very hard to describe other than weird, but like I said, the story is good and intruiging despite that.

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amazing

amazing boook great Story Charakter development and depth reaööy laughed it and hope that the next one will be available soll

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Wow, wow, wow, what a book

One of if not the best book I've read in years. This was absolutely incredible from start to finish, the narration was fantastic, the story had so many insane moments I thought I'd reached the end multiple times. The sheer power and emotion that can felt through how this book is written is second to none, and the battle scenes, particularly those featuring dragons. Was incredible 10/10 can't wait for book 2

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Solid Book

For me, this book book is a bit of a mixed experience. it's the first I've read by the author, and while it feels like it lends itself to more classical fantasy with clear good and evil, and a live for dragons and the fantastical, it clashes with the sometimes much darker tones.

It shines in the times of whimsy, where you get to experience a magical world of loose rules, compared to something more rigid like Sanderson. The two main characters feel good.

But then there are the protracted descriptions of violence and brutality. I feel those scenes did very little for the book, and after a while they felt tired to me.

There are other things that bother me. Such as how every time a dragon flies, it banks. Felt a bit like "aight, this might be the author's favourite word", and some pacing and relationship dynamics felt a bit odd.

Still, very much an enjoyable listen and I do recommend it.

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100 chapters of enjoyment

Now that's what I call an absolute thrilling tale to listen to. For anyone into this type of book it is a must to buy and listen to. The story is enthrauling , the narration is excellent. the author calls it Rivenworld book 1. I just wonder if there is a follow up to this, if so, I will be watching out.

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Not a bad wee tale

Not bad. I'm not sure how much I cared what happened to the characters. I thought it was interesting that the main character seemed to be on the spectrum. It gave a reasonable account for some of the difficulties a person would have.

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I think I found my new favourite?

I've read a LOT of fantasy and this might just top it all.

This is not a short book by any means and yet I finished this book faster than any other - I listened at every possible opportunity. I absolutely cannot wait for the next installment.

The narration was also wonderful.

If you're looking for great dragon rider fantasy, in my opinion this is the absolute best there is. If you're looking for more in the same genre I also highly recommend Ascendant (my second favourite dragon rider novel)

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Good YA story

Good story...not as predictable as I thought.

the narrator does a good job although his attempts at some accents isn't great, however it isn't irritating.

a decent young adult story. Although the fight sequences aren't very descriptive and the magic system isn't well fleshed out. so you don't understand what the protagonist can and can't do.
I don't mean that it has to be clear as to the characters limitations but at least we should understand how the spells work. not just doing the same action and getting different result. it's like the protagonist doesn't intend to do the things he does. he pulls strands and different results happen according to what the story requires at the time.

which sadly for me is a bit lazy writing. in this case its very bland and seen almost in 3rd person (although its not) almost as if someone is telling you what happened rather than you experiencing the action itself.

the dragons aren't what I thought they might be. easily defeated...their armour/scales serve little purpose. they can be taken down by a sorcerer with ease. not even 2 or 3 combined to tame the magical beast. nope just 1 hit kills. no combo or clever maneuvering just hit them and that's it.

apart from that it's good. the lore building is OK. could do with more depth and better explanation.

I did enjoy the book and will look out for the next one when it comes out.

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Found a new author

I loved this book can’t wait to start more of his books. So if you are looking for a good listen give this book ago.

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