On Lavender Tides: Volume 1

Jekua, Book 1, 2

De: Travis M. Riddle

Narrado por: Graham Halstead, Rebecca Woods

Ever since he was a kid, all Balt Vana wanted was to be a world-renowned Jekua Summoner like his grandmother, battling other Summoners in front of audiences of thousands.

From where he stands now, living up to the Vana name feels impossible. But when his best friend Alani–an initiate at the local Church–is sent on a pilgrimage to find her path in life and the god she will follow, Balt sees the perfect opportunity to launch his career by escorting her across the archipelago and its purple seas.

The islands are filled with monsters to imprint and Summoners to battle, with every victory bringing him one step closer to his dream. It will take more than just his family name to reach the same heights as his grandmother, but Balt won't stop until he does.

Balt's journey continues at the Volukho Wildlife Center: an enormous wildlife reservation that houses rare, endangered Jekuas in a jungle called the Qwisdeep. Traveling through the reserve’s lush greenery and glowing flora with magical monsters in his sights is the best experience Balt could have ever dreamed of.

But Alani is growing increasingly frustrated having to remind her friend that this is not a vacation, it’s her pilgrimage, and that they are here for the Church. The whole reason he’s even on this journey is to aid and protect her, but he has always had a one-track mind, and nothing matters more to him than imprinting Jekuas.

While the jungle may be home to countless beautiful creatures, there are also untamed dangers lurking in its shadows, and Balt’s reckless nature may very well get them stranded in the Qwisdeep.

©2022 Travis M. Riddle (P)2022 Podium Audio

I enjoyed the book

I liked the journey and the characters, I was a little surprised when I first started listening because the story is similar to Pokémon. After getting over my initial shock, I enjoyed the story and I will continue reading the series.

I enjoyed the book

was like a fun remaining of pokemon + digimon. Looking forward to exploring some obvious concepts such as Human/Jekua combat, or the more sinister background plots.

super interesting new series

The twist on Pokémon here is so interesting and well thought out. Getting the first two books here is such a great deal!

Pokemon fanfiction

It's a bit a slow but well written. Not sure if this is a web novel but it feels serialized like one.
Also there's a part where they celebrate preventing some animals from being hurt by eating steak.

Really Enjoyed It!

Good world building! The world actually feels lived it but also don't need an encyclopedia to understand!
I love the characters! Our main duo's relationship is a joy to witness. And the author does a good job making them both competent but in a believable way. They both have baggage that is relatable and makes for good conflict.
Overall, it's just a really fun adventure that I look forward to keep listening to!