Secrets of Tanoria: The Crystal Warrior

by Lori Hyrup

The first in a series of fantasy novels filled with magic and adventure, Secrets of The Crystal Warrior features a woman on a desperate quest to save her order from corruption.Aria is the oldest living member of the Order of the Shard.Possessing deadly sword skills and superhuman abilities, she has dedicated her life to eradicating shard-beasts—monsters threatening Tanoria and its people. Despite Aria's youthful appearance, her time is dwindling. The source of her power, a crystal embedded in her hand, will eventually transform her into a shard-beast. When Aria agrees to act as a guide for two strangers—a shapeshifter and a young leader with telepathic powers—she discovers that much of her life has been a lie.Racing against an encroaching fate, Aria must fight the inevitable before it's too late. Like all good high fantasy books, Secrets of The Crystal Warrior is an epic story about questioning the past, accepting change, and answering destiny's call.

303 pages, Paperback

Published November 27, 2019

Reviews

[ReyReyPod · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thoroughly entertaining introduction into the world of Tanoria, with all the creatures, towns and cultures thriving and vibrant.
Aria is well written as are her companions Zephyron and Kharra...
I would definitely follow further adventures in this series as there seems like so much to explore!

[Justin Minus · Rating 5 out of 5]

For someone who’s fairly picky when it comes to good fantasy novels, Secrets of Tanoria did a great job of pulling me into its unique world and keeping me immersed throughout. Nothing beats a strong female protagonist as well, in the likes of Aria, the crystal-sword wielding warrior. And she’s accompanied debatably by an even stronger supporting cast. What truly sets this novel apart from others however is the world of Tanoria. Everything from the magic that surrounds it, the rules that govern it, to the ancient lore and history that makes up this rather vast and expansive world. The story itself kept me guessing as to what was to unfold next. As the title suggests, the world of Tanoria is full of secrets and is not what it seems. It was immensely pleasurable accompanying Aria and her companions throughout their journey that by the end, I was heartbroken to find out that I would have to wait for a sequel to read more.

[Gary &/or Britany · Rating 5 out of 5]

A rich story

Pain, love, happiness, sorrow, joy, rage ......you'll run the full spectrum of emotions for the trio of heroes. A rich story that is hard to put down once you start. Anxious to continue the journey with Aria, Kharra, and Z

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good first novel

Enjoyable debut novel. Fun premise. Nice world building. Looking forward to future novels to see if #2 is the equal or better than #1.

Thank you for the book.

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Will probably read a sequel if one is written