11 January 2016

Infinitas




From Goodreads:

"For centuries, the world of Aeon has lived in shadow, ruled and oppressed by a great evil. The land is overrun by creatures of the dark. Its people cower without protection, without hope…until now.

Prophecy spoke of a chosen one who will bring an end to the dragon sorceress, and on that day were born two. Kali and Drake. Cousins and warriors, devoted to their duty and to each other. They embrace their fates. Together with their friends, Ferra and Harold, they embark on a perilous journey, tempting evil at every turn, for they are being hunted. With danger and death on their heels, they must battle forces of nature and magic, calling forth their courage to conquer not only the sorceress herself, but an even greater enemy. Fear.

From a small woodland village to the stone keep of Infinitas, only one thing is certain.

Destiny is an adventure."


The idea of a sorceress/dragon reigning tyrannically over her corner of the world drew me in. The adventure kept me there. Kali and Drake were by no means compelling characters, but they acted honorably when faced with the dark choices in front of them, and they were well-prepared to go on their adventure. The writing skews young--I kept thinking that my pre-teen daughters would enjoy the story--but overall the pace is good and kept me hooked throughout the adventure. The world itself felt a bit like a crazy quilt--species kept popping up to be added to the milieu--but when you read the author's note it makes sense. And to the author's credit, the crazy quilt was colorful and bound together well. I look forward to reading the rest of the trilogy, especially for the backstory on the royal family who started it all.

Gentle Reader Alert: At this time, I recall nothing of concern.

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