Swords of Aerides (The Chronicles of Aerides) - Softcover

Dorsey, Rob

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1732048851 ISBN 13: 9781732048850

Publisher: Copper Creek Press, LLC, 2017

Synopsis

Swords of Aerides is the first book in the Darus of Aerides Pentalogy by Rob Dorsey, an epic fantasy with elements of sci-fi, set on a planet called Aerides. It is the coming of age story of Prince Darus of Avinon and the perils and challenges he has to face on his path to greatness. Watch as he faces dangerous creatures, difficult situations, and a rebellion that is designed to stop him at all cost. Most importantly, it is interesting to watch as he grows in strength and learns to trust in his instincts while he explores love. Does he have what it takes for a destiny as huge as his?

There is a lot to love in this novel. First off, I was enticed by the glorious, exciting writing. Rob Dorsey is the owner of words, a master craftsman of exquisite prose with spellbinding descriptions. Behold the image he offers of one of the characters, allowing the reader to see her just the way he imagined her: "But far from being coarse or brutish, Zurah displayed the powerful grace of a trained dancer with a walk that reminded many of a stalking female voorcat." The characters are also very interesting and they evolve in a setting that is strangely familiar, thanks to the author's storytelling skills. He creates a setting that easily comes to the minds of readers, a place they'd love to visit. Swords of Aerides is conflict-driven and readers will love how the characters evolve through the conflict. Well-paced and beautifully-written, this one is an exciting gift to fans of epic fantasy.

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Review

Reviewed By Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite

Swords of Aerides by Rob Dorsey is the story of a prince who has had it rough, but he is not giving in, not now, not ever. Prince Darus is a fair prince and, as he is rising to power and position in Avinon, he faces challenges that are far more difficult than what he had expected. There is evil around him that he had no idea he would have to combat, but this is not it. He has to confront some unforeseen challenges like beasts that cannot be tamed.

But the real threat is a tyrant leader of a rebellious army, someone who is hell bent on destroying Avinon, and he is not going to stop until he has control of everything and Darus loses it all. However, Darus finds something that brings him solace in trying times. He found love, even when he was not expecting it, but he found her. She becomes his guiding light and his safe place when he is down. But can love give him the strength to fight all the forces against him?

This novel is not for the faint of heart, but it is definitely worth reading. The story is intense, action packed, and unfiltered. If you are not used to graphic violence, then you need to be prepared, but there isn't too much of it. Darus is a cool, calm and level-headed character; he thinks before he acts and that is what I really appreciated about him. His character was the perfect ruler and his relationships with his people were spot on. I really enjoyed this novel and the overall setting of the story. I really loved it!

Review By Christian Sia, for Readers' Favorite - Review Rating: 5 Stars

Swords of Aerides is the first book in the Darus of Aerides Pentalogy by Rob Dorsey, an epic fantasy with elements of sci-fi, set on a planet called Aerides. It is the coming of age story of Prince Darus of Avinon and the perils and challenges he has to face on his path to greatness. Watch as he faces dangerous creatures, difficult situations, and a rebellion that is designed to stop him at all cost. Most importantly, it is interesting to watch as he grows in strength and learns to trust in his instincts while he explores love. Does he have what it takes for a destiny as huge as his?

There is a lot to love in this novel. First off, I was enticed by the glorious, exciting writing. Rob Dorsey is the owner of words, a master craftsman of exquisite prose with spellbinding descriptions. Behold the image he offers of one of the characters, allowing the reader to see her just the way he imagined her: "But far from being coarse or brutish, Zurah displayed the powerful grace of a trained dancer with a walk that reminded many of a stalking female voorcat." The characters are also very interesting and they evolve in a setting that is strangely familiar, thanks to the author's storytelling skills. He creates a setting that easily comes to the minds of readers, a place they'd love to visit. Swords of Aerides is conflict-driven and readers will love how the characters evolve through the conflict. Well-paced and beautifully-written, this one is an exciting gift to fans of epic fantasy.

Edition details

• Publisher: Copper Creek Press, LLC
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 1732048851
• ISBN 13: 9781732048850
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 518