Reviewer: Ryan O’Boyle
Dragons have lore spanning generations. Portrayed as powerful, vengeful, greedy, and sometimes even with magic of their own, dragons rule the skies. Evan Winter re-imagines dragons as guardians of the Omehi People. The Omehi people fled their homeland, chased by a mythical foe called The Cull. They arrive on a foreign shore and are beset by the native people. In a last gasp to survive, the Omehi Queen unleashes the terror of dragons upon the natives.
Over 160 years later, the Omehi people have blossomed. The have a class system of those born of Noble blood and those they deem as Lessers. They continue to defend against the native people, but their fight is becoming less tenable. Tau Tafarin, a Lesser by birth, must navigate a people on the brink of collapse. After a tragic event where the Noble class strips Tau of his world, he slavers for revenge. Joining the Lesser military is his only option for recourse. Setting out to become the greatest warrior his people have ever seen, he hopes to settle the score.
Evan Winter relays a tale as old as time with a fresh new twist. Refreshing in its simplicity, yet, dexterous and complex in its lore. A heart stopping thrill ride from start to finish, this book pulls you in and doesn’t let go. A mosaic of colorful descriptions and fascinating ideas, The Rage of Dragons is a powerful read. Burning desires and dragon fueled flames light the pages on fire in glory and turmoil. Make sure to get comfortable when you pick up this book, because you won’t want to put it down.
A mystical tale of invaders, oppressors, lies, power and magic, The Rage of Dragons has something for everyone. Pulse pounding action will keep the pages turning. The world building will keep you thinking far after this book is through. You will not be disappointed.