Title: Winds of Eruna, Book Two: A Flight of Dragons
Author: Kathy Hyatt Moore
Publisher: Author’s Tranquility Press
ISBN: 978-1-961908-02-4
Pages: 302
Genre: Fantasy
Reviewed by: Reshita Midya
Pacific Book Review
In Kathy Hyatt Moore’s “Winds of Eruna, Book Two: A Flight of Dragons,” readers embark on a mesmerizing journey through the mythical world of Eruna, where Lynette, Joran, and their companions navigate dangerous encounters and looming threats as the story unveils a tapestry of alliances, imprisonments, and a looming war that promises to engulf the realm.
The story unfolds as the protagonists, accompanied by the enigmatic Malakand, plan to escape the mysterious cavern containing the mythical city, Halalouma. Their path intersects with Lynette’s father, Mattern, adding complexity to their quest. Swen, a spy of Mother Kerinelle and Father Libraen, bears crucial information for them, predicting a forthcoming conflict. Chaos erupts when Morren, a formidable adversary, launches a relentless assault, causing injuries and heartbreaking separations among the group. Lynette urges her father to safeguard Aerielle, while Ooloo’s daring act results in unexpected disappearances and abductions, reshaping their dynamics.
Simultaneously, tensions mount at Cliffside, a stronghold facing political intrigues and impending danger. Mother and Father anticipate war with Morren, while Lynette and Joran’s journey to the Dream realm enhances their abilities under guardian custody. Ooloo’s revelations prompt urgent actions against Saarnak and Morren’s impending assault, heightening tensions with shifting alliances and unforeseen betrayals amid the looming conflict.
Moore’s storytelling prowess shines through in her adept ability to interweave character development with an intricately woven plot. The author does an excellent job of doing justice to a diverse set of characters in the story. Their equal importance and seamless transitions between their subplots have made the story more flowy and understandable, keeping the readers connected with every character. The pacing, especially in the latter part of the book, intensifies the danger, ensuring a captivating read without dull moments.
The author’s storytelling style impresses with its simplicity, allowing a focused emphasis on the characters within a plot structured around them. The book’s uncomplicated vocabulary and grammar, though straightforward, breathe vibrancy into the story’s atmosphere, making it remarkably engaging and accessible. However, there are proofreading issues with missing quotation marks, no space after a period, and spelling errors.
Overall, Kathy Hyatt Moore lays excellent groundwork for “Winds of Eruna, Book Three” by building up the perfect suspense in “A Flight of Dragons” for what is to come next. This book appeals to a diverse spectrum of readers, primarily fantasy enthusiasts seeking immersive worlds, magical elements, and adventurous narratives, who will find themselves engrossed in the mythical realms and perilous encounters within the story. With its captivating journey and impending conflicts, the book also caters to those yearning for simple yet thrilling tales. Its accessible language and relatable characters make it an engaging read for young adult audiences.
