Daimeh's life changes when he finds a hidden map on an unusual body at the bay. His aunt and he follow the map to the northern lands, where all is not as it seems.
Daimeh's life changes when he finds a hidden map on an unusual body at the bay. His aunt and he follow the map to the northern lands, where all is not as it seems.
Action & adventure, Epic, Fantasy (general)
When he finds a hidden map and a scripture washed up with an unusual body at the Galunda Bay, Daimeh’s idyllic life changes forever. After an autopsy has been conducted, he decides to follow the map and go on a journey with his aunt to the impassable lands to the north, where it is rumoured a great civilisation lives. In their path are giant worms, mysterious technology and a gargantuan.
When they reach their destination, at first the Amunisari appear very welcoming... But after facing deception, mystery and brutality, Daimeh has to face his final fear... Being alone...
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A fantasy epic written to the level of depth and complexity rarely seen outside larger sagas. The characters are very well thought out with just enough development to foster a connection to the reader. The world C J Gleave has created is developed to a beautiful level with plenty of description and extra accompanying narration. Nevertheless, the book is highly enjoyable to those who enjoy the depth, and more than a bit of complexity, to their fantasy narratives. ~ Rony, Breakaway Reviewers
Daimeh finds a body washed ashore and a tablet with strange glyphs. He doesn't know that this discovery will change his life forever. With his aunt Cresadir, he sets off on a journey through lands that the people of Alkoryn thought unreachable, meeting strange creatures on the way. C.J. Gleave depicts vividly the way of life on the islands, peaceful, in harmony with nature. It's like watching colours applied on a blank canvas. The way the author describes the personality traits of the characters makes them realistic. The second part of the novel is completely different and is also reflected in the description of the people and places. The ending is intriguing and I can't wait to read the sequel of this great debut novel. There is a glossary with the correct pronunciation of some words, as well as the description of various elements -- animals, food, objects. If you like fantasy stories with an interesting twist, this novel is for you. ~ Catherine Ndiaye, Amazon
