Rise of the Ancients (Dragons of Vacari Book 1) by T.A. McEvoy | Goodreads
T.A. McEvoy's Rise of The Ancients (Dragons of Vacari Book 1) introduces us to the imaginary world of Vacari realm. We are now in Goldmoor, the main city, or, as the author mentioned, the shining jewel of Vacari. With its picturesque nature and the harmony and understanding between its diverse inhabitants.
With King Alex waiting for the golden dragon Kimras to coordinate and complete with him the dragon's riders selection ceremony. Which was crowned with the Eladrin elf Keisha and her husband, the human warrior Ong, safe arrival with the dragon saddles and lances.
A ritual demonstrating the level of mutual respect, appreciation, and unity between humans, elves, and dragons. The gathering is marred by Maldrak's objection to the presence of female dragon riders. An objection stemming from arrogance and hatred that eventually led to his exile.
That wasn't the only thing waiting for Goldmoor. There in Flamford, the red dragon Zylron's desire for revenge and uniting the dark dragons to seize control over Vacari grows.
With the emergence of the mysterious presence and their interference in the affairs of the mortal realm. Their appearance to Zylron and summoning other dark powers and hidden ancient magic. Along with the presence of divine powers watching, it has become more difficult to know who is pulling the strings, and the darkness looming on the horizon is more dangerous.
The book is the first of the series with successive events that show the magnificence of the story. Fantasy is based on the reality of Vacari, with its details and value to the characters, whether via the desire to preserve or control it.
The author didn't burden the events with characters. The gradual flow of events and the plot structure, with no jumps between events that would distract the reader, all made the storyline easy to grasp. Aside from creating competent characters, such as Quellan, Lyra, and Voraxia, who enhanced the threat feelings.
The locations are eloquently portrayed within the story, between beauty, elegance, and darkness. Places like Purplefire Woods or the cave where Quellan found the ancient scrolls.
From a third-person perspective, the narration is simply beautiful. Describing the general atmosphere as attractive and tense. Showing relationships and alliances that are enveloped in respect, love, and trust, resulting in strong bonds that transcend shadows and darkness.
The book is excellently edited, with only two typos that caught my attention, one of which was an extra space. The cover is wonderful and eye-catching, with its choice of colors and the integrated elements that reflect the story.
The only note is the font of the names in the list of locations. Some of them are in bold, others aren't, and it is preferable for all to be in bold.
Praising the author for bringing together all the elements I love to have in a book when I choose one isn't enough. From organizing a list of all the sites and characters with a brief description to creating a dazzling map of the realm to the table of contents and the brevity of the intro.
The allure of the mystery that comes from a masterfully written world with dimensions, borders, people, and stories. Escalating events, strong female characters as warriors and companions like Amara, fantasy, magic, and breathtaking scenery, suitable language for all readers. Making the end an introduction to what follows.
Many elements make me gladly recommend Rise of the Ancients (Dragons of Vacari Book 1) to be your next reading choice.