Blood of Dragons

The Legacy of Dragons, Book 2

By: Jack Campbell

Narrated by: MacLeod Andrews

Twenty years after the war that overthrew the Great Guilds, the Empire is vowing to avenge the massive defeat of the Imperial legions at Dorcastle. Aiding the Imperials are renegade Mechanics and Mages still loyal to the old Guilds or employed by the Empire.

But before they can launch an all-out war, the Imperials must eliminate a major threat: Kira, daughter of Master Mechanic Mari and Master of Mages Alain. Kidnapped and imprisoned, Kira has to escape and avoid recapture as the full might of the Empire is aimed at her. Her only hope lies in the skills she has mastered; her indomitable spirit; and the unfailing aid of Jason, her boyfriend from the distant world of Urth.

With the Imperial legions closing in and thousands of lives riding on her efforts, Kira has to use every weapon available to her, including special abilities she has kept secret until now - abilities that may prove to be as dangerous as the enemy forces. Mari and Alain must come to Kira's aid and work to create an alliance against the Empire.

If they fail, a deadlier new war will erupt, with every soldier carrying a rifle instead of a sword or crossbow - and the Peace of the Daughter will end in a bloodbath.

©2017 John G. Hemry (P)2017 Audible, Inc.

Awesome Series

loved it. I have my daughter hooked as well. I can't wait for the next installment

A solid continuation

This a good middle of the trilogy! The characters have grown a lot from the beginning of the first book. There are parts in the middle of the book that got a bit long, but I would still give it a solid 4.5. Definitely a keeper.

More Danger

Kira, daughter of Master Mechanic Mari and Master of Mages Alain, meets someone who just does not understand no. Once again Kira and Jason must work to escape before they are captured or killed. As the story follows Kira and Jason it also gives insight into what Mari and Alain are feeling as they have to let someone else deal with the danger to Kira. There is a lot of excitement and tension in the story. There is also the budding romance between Kira and Jason. One set of danger is resolved. What is left unresolved is what happens to Kira when she uses her Mage Skills. That will be resolved in the next book. MacLeod Andrews does a good job on the different voices in the story and puts just the right amount of feeling and tension where needed.

a great sequel. kept me on edge the whole way.

Campbell's a great science fiction writer. it's a fun read. certainly gets the imagination going. it's an awesome trilogy. only wish you could do more. like to see how this family continues in their saga.

Another winner!!

I love this storyline the characters are relatable and fun, it is great to see a storyline in which the hero is female, strong and human. The story is well written and the use of imagery on point. It is neither totally cerebral or exhaustingly action packed, a good balance. I also like that is not full of foul language or sex. It just proves that a good story, one that doesn't leave you needing a shower, can be well written. Well done done Jack. And lest I forget, it doesn't matter how good the story is if it isn't narrated well it will die a rapid death. I predict a long life for this story!!!