Eon

Dragoneye Reborn

By: Alison Goodman

Narrated by: Nancy Wu

Length: 14 hrs and 36 mins

Publisher's summary

Twelve-year-old Eon has been training for years. His intensive study of Dragon Magic, based on Oriental astrology, involves two kinds of skills: sword-work and magical aptitude. He and his master hope that he will be chosen as a Dragoneye - an apprentice to one of the 12 energy dragons of good fortune.

But Eon has a dangerous secret. He is actually Eona, a 16-year-old girl who has been masquerading as a 12-year-old boy for the chance to become a Dragoneye.

Females are forbidden to use Dragon Magic; if anyone discovers she has been hiding in plain sight, her death is assured. When Eon's secret threatens to come to light, she and her allies are plunged into grave danger and a deadly struggle for the Imperial throne. Eon must find the strength and inner power to battle those who want to take her magic...and her life.

©2008 Alison Goodman (P)2008 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

I won't listen again

It certainly is not the worst book I have read, but this story isn't what I would call a Kids or Young Adult book. The events of the book are far from what I want my young children reading. When the book was over I was relieved. I find the research to be good but the presentation was lacking.

Think Mulan, only better.

the narration of this story was perfect, Nacy Wu has perfect timing and her ability to fluxuate her voice for the characters added depth. That said, she had an excellent story and beautiful writing to work with.

Alison Goodman uses Eon, a crippled girl disguised as a boy, to bring forth a world of spiritual magic and political intrigue. Eon goes through struggles with personal beliefs, greater good, and the heart. She chases her desire through lies and doing what one has to while trying to form bonds and keep them.

That's the short of the story. The long is that you just have to read it. I found myself engaged with every character, none of them stereotypical in any way. The book also doesn't rely on magic to carry it through to the end. If anything, magic is like power and money in the real world, a corrupter if sought with no regard to those around you.

This book is magnificent for young adults, and I would argue that adults and younger children would benefit from some of the deeper emotions and thoughts within, as they read it together. It shows the up and downs to pursing a greater position in life and following your dreams. There is always a struggle and ethics are never black and white. What would you compromise in yourself to get to where you believe you need to be?

I have also read Eona, and the two book series does not lose momentum, it builds powerfully upon itself. The language within the pages is well turned and paints some beautiful pictures when the dragon eyes bond with their dragons.

awesome book!!

I remember back in 2011 when I first found this book. I feel in love with it. I read it front to back in no time and I was bad at reading. it's held my attention the whole time. I was sad when there was a second one and it didn't come out yet. I remember email Alison about the second one and when it came out. to my surprise she sent me the first chapter of the second book. I was soooo happy. I know own both books in paper and digital. Alison if your reading this I hope u remember me if not that's ok. just keep being awesome!!!

Fairly Good

I was expecting far more action than mysticism but still enjoyed it. Good pace though.

Fortunes, Determination and Fates in Dragon Days

Good & Evil clash in epic fortune in the land of dragons, emperors and determination!

Fun, intriguing and addicting!

I am always looking for good, clean fantasy and usually end up reading books directed at teens to avoid anything too sex-laden or trashy. But even though the audience for this book is young, I found real characters with genuine emotional depth, an intriguing story and a fantastic perspective into an extinct culture. I can't wait for the next one! The narration was great (a little fast at times) without any awkward voices or straining, and I was completely addicted to this fabulously written book.

Magic and Dragons! What more could you want??

What did you like best about this story?

It was very fresh. It was ripe with Chinese culture, suppressing your true nature and was very interesting. I would have liked to see more about the dragons though, they don't seem to have a voice or explanation of what they are for.

Great through and through.

This book was spectacular. the narration was clear and very well versed and every part of the story was brought to life. Every few chapters or so I got a little bit board, but the last few chapters really brought it home and made it excellent.

a bit predictable, which was frustrating

generally a good story but the predictability was frustrating. I still want to read the sequel though.

Engaging and Thought provoking

My younger brother recommended this book to me. i was a little hesitant as it was not one i would otherwise listen to. However after only about an hour i was hooked. Alison Goodman has such a beautiful way of show in her world that i immediately got sucked in. I swear i could almost smell taste and hear everything thing she talked about. Nancy Wu did an amazing job of portraying every ounce of emotion and feeling the characters experienced. It to me was a wonderful book and executed perfectly.