Dragon Killer

Reckoning of Dragons #1

by Rob May

The epic fantasy trilogy begins. In a world fearfully waiting for the return of the dormant dragon god, a triumvirate of evil villains rises up to take advantage of the chaos. Reluctantly pitted against them is Kal Moonheart, an adventurer and gambler, marked for a life of danger at a young age. But Kal has friends to stand with her—honest thief Will Straightarrow, smuggler and pirate Lula Pearl, knight-errant Rafe Firehand, and wiley policitian Benedict Godsword. There will be blood. There will be a reckoning …

In DRAGON KILLER, a mysterious threat puts Kal on a collision course with terrors she thought she had left buried in her past. Teaming up with a young guard captain, aspiring knight Rafe Firehand, she travels to a dragon-haunted island to hunt down a murderous beast. Once there, Kal soon discovers there are worse things in the world than dragons, and when an unexpected sequence of events leaves her in an impossible situation, she must summon every ounce of skill, cunning and strength in order to survive.

Genres: Fantasy, Dragons, Fiction, Amazon, War, Thriller, Young Adult

298 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 6, 2015

About the author

Rob May studied English at Lancaster University and is the author of Reckoning of Dragons, a trilogy of fantasy thrillers featuring Kal Moonheart, adventurer, gambler and thief.

Rob lives in Warwickshire, England.

Reviews

[Marc Secchia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantasy which stands out from the crowd.

What a find! Dragon Killer by Rob May may weigh in at just 151 pages, but the quality of the prose, action, and sheer storytelling pizzazz that the author manages to pack in to those pages, makes for a gripping, unputdownable read.

The plot is great fun and delivered in espresso style - Kal, adventurer, thief and gambler, is a 'bad' girl taking on the bad guys. She's a refreshing character who introduces us to a world in which May subverts classic fantasy tropes to bring us action, humour and a unique setting. Are the dragons bad, good, or neutral - or in fact, are they dragons at all? He smuggles in backstory and world-building details beautifully, and the action moves at a fabulous pace, always flowing, often surprising.

One of the stand-out features of this work is the exacting (but never overbearing) detail that the author brings to the fray, from 50-inch bastard swords to a bascinet helmet - the weaponry and setting of his world is meticulously researched, but delivered in a cinematic package, where every paragraph and chapter drives the action forward.

Essentially, Kal the Dragon Killer is drafted to check into a dragon problem at a gold mine on an island off the coast. She travels there with a hopeful knight, Rafe, who also becomes her love-interest. Deep in the mine she encounters the 8-foot evil protagonist, Kron Darklaw, and the fur proceeds to fly. I don't want to spoil, so I'll say no more, but the plot twists abound and keep the reader hopping. Through it all, Kal maintains her integrity and is delivered as a well-rounded heroine, not without her flaws, but a girl of spirit and no small courage. The only complaint I'd have is that she seems to respond quite shallowly to relationship and to loss and grief, which perhaps the story length does not allow time to explore. However, this is a minor note.

I have to say, quite simply, that for the price you get a quality, engaging story with no editing problems, a thrill-packed ride, and a fantasy with a unique and memorable flavour. This is writing with great craft; an author to watch. I thank Rob for a review copy which he provided in exchange for an honest review. I'll be reading more of this author!

[Marianne Boutet · Rating 3 out of 5]

Reasonably good story. I am really annoyed that both of the male love interests were killed before we got to know much about them.

[L.K. Evans]

I’M (sadly) INDIFFERENT

Honestly, I can’t find much to fault in this book. For me, it just didn’t grab me. I think a lot of people will like this book. As I said, there’s nothing glaringly wrong with it.

This was a short book full of action and traveling. I finished it quickly, even though I set it down a few times. It was a bit straining on my eyes because single quotation marks were used instead of double. It made me read slower since the dialog quotations don’t stand out. Small complaint, but one that bothered me nonetheless.

I must say Kal is a strong female character. She’s independent, tough, and isn’t afraid of a little challenge. Rafe starts out kinda prissy and haughty for a guy, but still came off likable and grew into a character I enjoyed. All the characters were done well, and I had no issues visualizing them and the settings they ended up in. For me, I kinda like a more troubled character. Sure, Kal has a past, but it just didn’t grab me enough.

The world has some interesting stories of old and I think it was a great setup for future books. I don’t think there was anything crazy unique about it, but what we were given was delivered quickly and cleanly.

Which brings me to another point: This book moved. It felt like something was happening even when it wasn’t. Sometimes it felt a hair too fast, but since I wasn’t completely engrossed, I rather liked that it moved. Even the flashbacks had stuff happening. However, I think the flashbacks were a bit too many and I didn't like that they were handled as a dream. Kal isn’t some crazy mage or someone with a unique gift, so I didn’t feel dreams were believable (no one dreams events exactly as they happened). Just musing about her past would have done a lot more for me. Furthermore, there was one paragraph where we find out she’s telling a story to someone which just really put me off. It came out of nowhere in relation to the other flashbacks.

As you can see, most of my issues are small. For me, I just couldn’t get myself into the story. Might be because I was coming off a really heavy read, one that I absolutely loved, and wasn’t prepared to move on from it yet. If you’re looking for a light, fast read, I’d suggest giving this one a try. There’s a lot of reviews out there that rave about it.

You can see this and other reviews on my website: http://booksbylkevans.com

[Robert Spake · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a free copy of Dragon Killer in exchange for a non-reciprocal review. I enjoyed this book a lot. It’s very fast-paced and tightly plotted, but it still makes time for world-building, which is always one of my favourite aspects of the fantasy genre. The tales of the old gods were intriguing and I liked how the author showed how religion and superstition would work in a world where the gods had died. I loved the picture of life he gave us, about how the society worked and the economics and even how people in this world gamble, and how it was all relevant to the plot.

The story was well-structured. The first chapter of each part is devoted to a flashback, until the last part, when the climaxes to both stories are told simultaneously and they complement each other well. I liked the characterisation of all the characters, each were given distinct personalities, although the stand-outs were Kalinda and Darklaw. Kalinda especially was a protagonist that I could identify with and root for. The villain was surprisingly nuanced, I say surprisingly because at first he seems a typical power-hungry villain but then we are given a backstory which engenders some sympathy.

As I said before the story is very fast-paced and there’s a lot of action, but it never feels confusing or repetitive and the climax to the flashback story is particularly visceral. My only complaint is that I feel the romance was underdeveloped. It was quite brief and it seemed to come out of nowhere, and I think if it had been developed more it would have given certain events more emotional impact. But overall it was a very enjoyable read and I have no hesitation in recommending it.

[Hemant Jadhav · Rating 4 out of 5]

Why is it that we like to read books and stories which belong to the ‘fantasy’ genre? Perhaps it connects the ‘child’ within us, to a world which we have left far behind. And with the passage of time, as we regretfully turn into adults, a part of us still hankers for the fairy tales, albeit more sophisticated ones.
Since JKR, the ‘fantasy’ genre has really taken off like never before. One really can’t figure out the ‘good’ stuff from the ‘bad’, if one goes only by the cover. That is why, I don my wellingtons mentally when I pick up a book from this genre, mentally prepared to wade through acres of bullshit and hallucinations.
I tossed the wellingtons aside, after reading the very first chapter of Dragon Killer by Rob May. It is a superbly written book! May has an incredible imagination and a terrific eye for detail, enabling the reader to vividly visualize the entire story.
From the entire cast of characters, surprisingly, I found the chief antagonist - Gron Darklaw the best. In fact at one point, I found myself rooting for the fellow.
“I want to conquer the horizon”, says Gron Darklaw. What a profound statement, makes you actually stop and think! And continue thinking even after putting down the book.
Then there is 'dragon piss', which is so vividly described, that I found myself actually rubbing my fingers…
These and so many other charming details, makes you wonder, whether the author may actually have a few goblins and a dragon or two in his own backyard!
Congratulations Rob, you've written a splendid book.

[Leigh Stuart · Rating 3 out of 5]

Tight prose, quick action and sparse details make for a thoroughly enjoyable read, however, it was not always to my taste.

In the Dragon Killer, Rob May gives the reader a kick-butt heroine that packs not only a punch, but a clever woman who is able to use her brains in order to get out of dangerous spots. And she gets into several. The parallel stories of her current mission to find out why production has been disrupted at a politician's gold mine and her past as a village girl turned to dragon killer were riveting. There was only one strange moment in the narration, where Kal skips forward to the future and is speaking to someone else.

Unfortunately, what kept me from really loving the story (come-on, a book about a warrior woman, ancient gods, politics rife with intrigue and corruption, fights with decidedly evil villains, and some gore to keep things interesting--who wouldn't love it?) was its bare-bones writing. While other readers might like a book to move fast, I want something juicier that I can really sink my teeth into. I was just starting to really know and enjoy Kal's character and the plot and the book was suddenly over.

There is a sequel, but I haven't decided if I will read it or not. In spite of what I found a bit negative, I can recommend this book to fantasy lovers. I was given a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

[Edmond DeRousse · Rating 4 out of 5]

What I loved about Dragon Killer is the fact that the main character is female.
I strongly believe that literature needs more strong female main characters, especially for this genre.

Literature does reflect the ideals of the present.
This book teaches girls that princesses aren't meant to be locked up at towers. Instead of waiting for their knight and shining armor, they can choose to be the heroes of their own story. They, too, can slay their dragons. They, too, can save princes.
( There's nothing wrong about kids wanting to be princesses. But I do hope they learn that they can be both strong and beautiful at the same time.)

I would've liked to see Kal as more feminine. I mean, a character can be feminine and still slay a dragon.

Also, I think the brevity of this story is kind of a problem. The story is brilliant, and it deserves more pages. There are certain aspects that need development - Kal, and the love story (abrupt).
I think the impact would have been greater if this was longer because it would've provided more opportunities to develop Kal and her love story.

Overall, I thought it was good. Anyone who wants to read about dragons and kick-ass female characters should read this book.

[Gabriel Boutros · Rating 4 out of 5]

For my first foray into the fantasy genre I chose Rob May's Dragon Killer, figuring that it was quite short, so at least I wouldn't be stuck too long on something I wasn't really into. Imagine my surprise when my main complaint about the book is that it was too short. May gives us a great heroine in Kalina Moonheart, and an even better bad guy, Gron Darklaw. In fact, Darklaw's back-story could make a terrific book of its own. And there is, of course, a fierce dragon killing and destroying all in its way. The fictional world is realistically detailed, the action scenes are taut and exciting, without being too gory, and the writing isn't too flowery or corny. But, it all ends much too soon, as if it's only a part of a much larger epic that remains to be told. May obviously believes in the old adage of always leaving your audience wanting more.

[Michael Gallagher · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great beach reading for the summer for any lover of goblins and dragons. The novel is a tad short, but very, very well written. The young woman hero is deadly for her potential lovers-they suffer deadly fates before they can be developed. On this point falls my only complaint about the book. I might have preferred to see the heroine's love life flourish. Hey, I get to have that experience in the next part. An anti-hero, complete with an interesting and deep background, shows the complexity of Mister May's view of his fantasy society. All in all, a good, fun read where predictable turns of events are spiced by well-placed teasers. Spoilers keep me from going into details but I would recommend this book to any of my friendds that go for the fantasy genre. The author gifted me a copy of his book in exchange for a non-reciprocal review. I was in no way encouraged to give it a strong review.

[Ciara Houghton · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked it. The sensory-rich and consistently solid writing in Dragon Killer kept me turning the pages. Well, the tale of adventure kept me moving forward as well. It's hard not to be swept along. The protagonist is likeable, and the story is good enough, especially when buoyed by the parallel past/present experiences.

Rob May both uses and subverts a number of fantasy tropes. Yes, there are goblin-kind and dragons, but May does a lot of heavy lifting too. There's a nice blend of expectation and unexpected invention. Although, I feel like a vulcanologist should have been consulted, but that's a bit of a spoiler.

I'd recommend the book without any genre qualification. If you're looking to enjoy a short but agreeable story, try Dragon Killer. I should note that I received a free copy of the book in exchange for a non-reciprocal, entirely objective review.

[Sage Knightly · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked it, but I didn't love it.

[Violet Stone · Rating 3 out of 5]

Argh! This is a really hard review to write. My three stars are because I'm indifferent to what happened to Kal but I also feel like this book deserves a higher rating because it was well written. There are no real issues, most of mine are just because of personal preference.

There is constant flashbacks and when they first happened I was confused and it took me a minute to register that we were no longer in the present. After that I came to expect the flashbacks and just rolled with it.

My only other issue was Kal's lack of emotional response to things. There just wasn't much of it. She's a tough little cookie so maybe there's a reason she doesn't cry when bad things happen. The romance rolled in with no real build up (in my opinion) and was just there. But, I'm extremely picky when it comes to romance in books so...It honestly isn't a big issue.

I do have one thing to say. THANK YOU! It was so pleasant to pick up a fantasy novel and it NOT be explicit. I haven't dabbled very deep into the world of fantasy books but I feel like every time I pick one up it's just constant...blah. So I really appreciate that.

Now, I already bought the rest of the series so I will be reading it and I look forward to seeing where Kal's story takes us next!

[Elisabeth · Rating 1 out of 5]

I got the ebook on Amazon when it was free a while ago, and expected it to at least be quite good, considering the reviews it got here on goodreads. It was off to a good start, the story seemed interesting, and you got interested in getting to know the characters better. However, I never did. Most characters are very superficially written, and incredibly inconsequent.
When reading a well-written book, one usually gets a feeling of the characters' inner struggles and character traits by about the middle of the book. This doesn't happen here, because many times the characters act in ways not aligned with what we know about them so far and they act in ways which might be useful for the advancement of the story, but not helpful in establishing a believable character.
The relationships between the heroine Kal and her friends/lovers are not built well. You know that she is friends with these people, because she says so, and because they say so, but it is rarely stated WHY, and when it is, it often seems a bit far-fetched.
I saw a review which stated missing details as a positive story-advancer, but I disagree. I like to imagine settings and characters in my head, but I like some foundation for these images. Kal's appearance, for example, it established incredibly late in the book. Descriptions of characters all appear quite late, and while that might be intentional, it is in no way beneficial to the enjoyment of the book.
The biggest problem is however the way in which the main character's emotions and thoughts are described. Here, even more than in all which was mentioned before, you get the feeling that the author could not quite choose a few out of many admirable character traits for Kalina, so decided to give them all to her, depending on the scene that is happening at the moment. Since the book is written out of her perspective (in third person in this book), you witness all of Kal's emotions first-hand, but she switches them up so quickly, that you wonder whether she has any at all. One example: Someone dies, and you expect her to be grieving. Instead, she mentions how distraught she is once, but then continues on and you get the feeling, that this death does not bother her in any way afterwards.
I must admit, I have a hard time not finding any faults in fantasy books after reading Pat Rothfuß's novels, but this one somehow rubbed me the wrong way in so many manners, that it prompted me to write my first review, ever.

[Dean C. Moore · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of my favorite things about this book is how, despite its terse page count, it doesn’t feel like a novella, but like a full length novel. The writer has a fabulous ability to cram a ton of story and character development into a very small page count. Speaking as a professional writer myself, I can tell you, that’s no easy thing to do. Rob’s prose sparkles on many levels, not the least of which is the copy-editing. I have an eye for catching typos and awkward phrases, and it’s not unusual for me to find these even in published books from major publishing houses, far less self-published books, which are often far guiltier violators. It’s a tribute to Rob’s commitment to excellence that this is one of the cleanest published manuscripts I’ve ever read.

But on to the stuff that really matters. For those of you who enjoy books with strong, compelling female leads, look no further. For a guy, this author does “chick lit” (a bona fide wattpad genre in case you were interested) like nobody’s business. His hero, Kal Moonheart, is warm, likable, and just sheer fun, with an appetite for danger and a fearlessness and disrespect for authority that you know is going to get her into trouble in short order that will be next to impossible for her to extract herself from. But her character traits do lend themselves to a nail-biting collection of cliff hangers!

The one thing that took me a while to adjust to was that Rob isn’t one for using period-appropriate language. Some readers will find this off-putting, while others will find it grants them a way into the novel, and makes it that much easier to bond with the characters, without feeling like they have to take a class in medieval lit just to keep up. At times in Act 1, I found this a bit jangling to the nerves, but eventually I settled into the logic of the approach.

One other caveat, this story isn’t told in a linear fashion. That also takes some getting used to. But once again, Rob uses this effect to highlight suspense, amplify the already adrenaline stoked pace of the novel, and I suspect it is also one of his well kept secrets for keeping the page count down. Once he messes with your sense of what comes next, and gets you sold on his rationale for connecting the dots, he has you entirely under his spell.

When I first encountered this book on wattpad nearly a year ago, I thought,this is definitely an author to watch. I've since read a second of his titles and am happy to say I was right.

[Teryl · Rating 2 out of 5]

Although I like the main character, Kal, this book didn't fully grab my attention.

[Michael · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rob May does an excellent job with the prose for this story. The writing is very strong and a boon on top of it is the fact that he utilizes short chapters. It are these short chapters (and a good deal of action) that propel us through this novel at an incredible speed and by the end of it we are left wanting more. The imagination Rob has is of no bounds and the character, Kal Moonheart, he creates is unique and original and one that you can definitely connect with. In fact, I find it interesting he chooses a female protagonist instead of a traditional male protagonist, but I think it works in favor of his story and is targeted towards a different group of people. So, why did I rate it 4/5 instead of 5/5 stars?

This story does suffer from one tragic flaw--a lack of concrete identity. What do I mean by this? Well, throughout this singular story there are actually two stories, and two climaxes increasing simultaneously. One takes place in the present with Gron Darklaw, and the other takes place in the past with her mentor Ben and a terrible dragon. This lack of identity culminates in the last part of the story where there is a constant shift in present to past to present to past to present and the backstory (although rising to a climax itself) bogs us down to what is really important to us, Gron Darklaw and what is happening now. We already know Kal is going to be safe, that was in the past. We do not know if she is going to survive the present, and that is what this story should be focusing on. The past should have been described through dialogue earlier in the story which would have fleshed out characters that much quicker and given us more depth in this story that could use just a tad more. Or, instead of doing that, make this story (the one with Kal and Ben) a prequel or a different story in general. This would force more world building, more character depth, and more interaction in an almost too action-packed story.

These things do not make it a bad story, it just makes what could be a fantastic story, merely great. Hence the 4 out of 5 stars. I look forward to reading the sequel in the series and seeing Kal Moonheart grow and seeing where the story goes from here.

[Rachel Barnard · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kalina Moonheart and a man in pursuit of knighthood find themselves on the same quest to rid a gold-mining island of a terrible beast. Two stories unfold, one of Kalina the Dragon Killer and the other of her present day predicament trying to solve the mystery of the island’s dragon and eventually just to stay alive. This is an adventure for those true of purpose and who are ready to take on any enemy, no matter its form or shape.

It is easy to fall in love with Kalina Moonheart. Her name alone would make any reader a fan. She presents herself as erring on the arrogant side of confidence. Anybody looking for a super hero will adore Kalina. She is a young heroine of no doubt and no hesitation. She is strong, witty, and clever. She can use all the tricks up her sleeve to accomplish her goals. She remains emotionally above her past’s tragedies and stands tall in the face of her current enemies. She is the renegade Indiana Jones and for her to grow and develop as a character throughout the series, my guess is that she will learn humility. At times it was difficult to connect with her as a real person because she is superhuman. She gets injured but doesn’t tell us of any pain and is not slowed down by these injuries.

In Dragon Killer dragons are clever and to defeat one Kal must be cleverer still. Rob May has one more trick up his sleeve where dragons are concerned.

I wasn't sure which I wanted to read more, the back-story of how Kalina got the name Dragon Killer or her present adventure in the heart of a mountain on the island of the present dragon, but I was glad May gave me both and integrated them smoothly throughout the book.

The author has a knack for throwing out intriguing cliff-hangers at the end of each chapter to keep you moving through the rather short chapters.

The only part that seemed out of character for the balanced novel was the romance between Rafe and Kal. It was as if Rob May was told his story needed romance, and he threw it in after he had written the entirety of the novel.

I recommend this book for anyone who enjoys the adventures and smart alecky-ness of Indiana Jones, the relentlessness of the Terminator, or a novel with a young kick-butt female hero.

[Mary Beth · Rating 1 out of 5]

Didn't get far - too violent

[Erica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kal Moonheart is also known as Dragon Killer. There are two stories taking place that are interwoven with each other. One occurs in the present, while the other recounts the adventure that led Kal to receive her nickname.

Kal is an assassin, but she is not a cold-hearted killer. She describes herself as someone who “kills killers”. She is a strong, fierce woman who doesn’t need a man to come to her rescue. That is one of many things I loved about this story. Kal is fearless and lives life on her own terms, a perfect fantasy heroine.

Personally, I prefer a tale where the dragon is not being hunted. I’m not a big fan of armored men going in to do battle with a dragon. I think dragons get a bad rap, and I enjoy seeing them succeed, as long as they aren’t being overly nasty. There are lots of different dragons in fantasy literature, and the one presented here is something new. Though I would have preferred for the dragon in the flashback story to fly away of its own will, I was able to accept its ultimate fate. There are a few new ideas about dragons presented in this story, and I enjoyed the author’s take on the old legends.

There is a rich history and culture to May’s fantasy world. There were many stories of the old gods which I enjoyed very much. It’s plain to see that this world was not thrown together on a whim. There is structure here, and the world is well planned.

The fight scenes in this book are fantastic. The author truly has a talent in describing quick action by giving vivid details that do not detract from a suspenseful moment. I commend Mr. May for those actions scenes. They kept my eyes glued to the page, wondering what would happen next. In fact, I read this entire book in a day because it was too good to put down. Ok, it wasn’t that long of a book, but still. It is an action-packed adventure that left me with a smile on my face. Well done.

I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

[Demelza Carlton · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a free copy of this ebook in exchange for an honest review. I then proceeded to read the whole book in one sitting.

Kal is a heroine who's very easy to relate to - she's good, but she's not unbeatable; nor does she come out of fights unscathed. Nor is she battle-hardened and unfeeling. No, I don't post spoilers, so I can only say I liked her treatment of the wolfhound.

May's book is easy to fall into, with the superposition of the past and the present written seamlessly so as to draw you in to both stories and appreciate Kal all the more.

I felt a little disappointed to reach the end, simply because I wanted to read more. Well-paced right up to the end, I felt neither rushed nor bored until I realised Kal's story was finished - for now.

Well worth a read.

[Vardan Partamyan · Rating 4 out of 5]

We live in an age of over-saturation of everything and fantasy is one of the genres affected...luckily, Rob May manages to create a dynamic world that largely evades the cliches of the genre. The world building is good and solid while also not taking you out of an engaging story... this is a first in a series and we start a journey that is sure to take us to places unexplored. There is a sense of wonder and excitement lacking in many of the works of today and I am looking forward to continuing the quest with an engaging cast of characters in a world very much worth experiencing and enjoying.

I also enjoyed the fact that the novel was not too long as the modern fantasy genre books tend to be...you really don't need a three hundred page introduction to start telling a story.

[Marc Townsend · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kal Moonheart is not without flaws, she drinks too much, gambles too much and puts too much value on material wealth. I absolutely love her for it. In fantasy, I find an awful lot of female characters who are written to be strong and independent, which is good, but too many of them are written to embody that one trait, lacking depth and resigning them to the fate of one more strong independent female character. Kal is strong with moments of weakness, intelligent but with moments of oversight and she can kick ass but within her limits. I can't praise Rob May enough for writing this character, and eagerly look forward to reading more of his series. I also want to answer the question: did gods really walk among the people, or were they tall tales grown larger than anyone could imagine.

[samihah ★ · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was a fun, quick read. I got through most of the book in one sitting and it didn't take long to finish. This book is ideal for someone who craves action and adventure and there was definitely a lot of that in here. Romance was also touched upon but I think the romantic tension could have been played up a bit more. Kal is straightforward, bold and willing to take risks but not stupid. Her character was well developed but I found it hard to connect with her as a reader on an emotional level. Overall, this was a delicious story (I tend to lap this kind of stuff up haha) and an excellent addition to the fantasy genre.

[Hibah Shabkhez · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quite an arresting fantasy-adventure story. In spite of its brevity, it amply develops the fantasy-world in which its swift and neatly plotted action takes place. Darklaw (the villain of the piece), Rafe and Ben Godsword are all complex and convincingly drawn characters. My one quibble is with the heroine herself. There is nothing intrinsically feminine about Kalina Moonheart; to change the heroine to a hero, all one would need to do is alter the pronoun... Nonetheless, Kalina is strong, clever, level-headed, loyal - yes, she is a cool protagonist and a very identifiable one. Recommended for fans of both genres and for anyone else looking for a light, enjoyable read.

[Deborah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved this book, the only problem I had with it was it was too short. The main character is awesome and I love the way that her past is revealed to the readers, the we don't know exactly why she is called Dragon Killer until like the last 10 pages really kept me reading. It was almost like reading two stories at the same time. I can't wait to read the next one and I hope there is also some romance in the next one.

[T. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked the story and the characters in Dragon Killer so this was an easy, enjoyable read. The author created an unusual medieval world with a contemporary feel, and the characters are engaging and interesting. I bought books one and two at the same time (on 99c sales), and I'm glad I did. So I'm off to start book two while the protagonist is fresh in my mind.

[T.J. Garrett · Rating 4 out of 5]

I won't go into this too deeply, other than to say this is a well written book with very believable characters set in a nicely built fantasy world. Kal is a great character, kind of like Lara Croft for the common man.

[J.C. Starling · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short and sweet loved everything about the story. Kal can kill a Dragon and then some with her fighting skills and graces. I was rooting for Kal and Sir Rafe to be an iteam they are so loveable togther. I can't wait for the next book by Rob May it's going to be great.

[Bill Tillman · Rating 5 out of 5]

A light hearted romp through the young life of Kal Moonheart dragonslayer as she takes on the evil giant Gron Darklaw and foil his plot to become governor of Balibu Island. Real page turner.

[UnicornMurphy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Kal is a great character! Really looking forward to more from her.