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Upon the Arrival of Dawn
A darkness grows, threatening the delicate fabric of the Universe. An ominous cloud spreads, bringing an increasing imbalance across the Cosmos. Essences bent on wickedness and ultimate destruction are violently stripping the Energy of Life from innocent terrestrial creatures, bringing Existence to the very brink of collapse. Only one Celestial essence boldly accepts the calling to seek out the source of the encroaching evil and restore Harmony once again to Existence. Azrael, humble servant of Eternity, offspring of Existence, will stop at nothing to protect the Universe, mortal and immortal alike.
228 pages, Paperback
Published April 1, 2022
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August 15, 2022
The Review
This was such a well-developed and engaging story. The author did a brilliant job of crafting a unique and imaginative narrative. The balance between the “terrestrial and non-terrestrial planes) was a great way of capturing a unique setting. The almost cinematic and artistic style of writing the author utilized here made the story feel almost dreamlike, and an added depth of morality and themes of existence itself conjured up similar imagery as Neil Gaiman’s “The Sandman".
The heart of the narrative was very character driven, which was ironic given the main characters represented celestial beings who had forgone a true sense of self before the events of the narrative. The evolution of Azrael in particular was great to see, as the cosmic battles and mythos the author developed for him balanced well with the more personal growth the character saw, especially when meeting the Earthbound Johanna.
The Verdict
Mind-bending, thought-provoking, and engaging, author Joseph A. Schiller’s “Upon the Arrival of Dawn” is a must-read fantasy and sci-fi novel. The breathtaking imagery used in the narrative to help bring these cosmic beings and settings to life and the balance struck between this and the more intimate and “human” moments allowed readers to connect to both the protagonist and the narrative simultaneously.
This was such a well-developed and engaging story. The author did a brilliant job of crafting a unique and imaginative narrative. The balance between the “terrestrial and non-terrestrial planes) was a great way of capturing a unique setting. The almost cinematic and artistic style of writing the author utilized here made the story feel almost dreamlike, and an added depth of morality and themes of existence itself conjured up similar imagery as Neil Gaiman’s “The Sandman".
The heart of the narrative was very character driven, which was ironic given the main characters represented celestial beings who had forgone a true sense of self before the events of the narrative. The evolution of Azrael in particular was great to see, as the cosmic battles and mythos the author developed for him balanced well with the more personal growth the character saw, especially when meeting the Earthbound Johanna.
The Verdict
Mind-bending, thought-provoking, and engaging, author Joseph A. Schiller’s “Upon the Arrival of Dawn” is a must-read fantasy and sci-fi novel. The breathtaking imagery used in the narrative to help bring these cosmic beings and settings to life and the balance struck between this and the more intimate and “human” moments allowed readers to connect to both the protagonist and the narrative simultaneously.
November 1, 2022
There is a balance and order to everything. Good and bad - one can not exist without the other.
Death calls for everyone. No one is exempt. Too much death, causes an unbalance. This can not happen. Who is draining the energy? Why? Whoever is doing it, doesn't care about the balance. They are gorging on the energy.
Azrael steps forward to take on the challenge and mysterious task. In doing so, putting himself in harm's way. As the story progresses so does Azrael. It's almost like he levels up. This is a big task for him to undertake, he understands the ramifications of what happens if he fails. He also knows that he can't stop and must push forward. Striving toward the answers. Will he find out who is doing this in time?
I will admit, this is outside of my normal wheelhouse of books. Even now and then I like to step out of line and try something new. It was a slow go at first for me, but then I was swept into the story. It has a good pace and gives subtle clues as you go.
Death calls for everyone. No one is exempt. Too much death, causes an unbalance. This can not happen. Who is draining the energy? Why? Whoever is doing it, doesn't care about the balance. They are gorging on the energy.
Azrael steps forward to take on the challenge and mysterious task. In doing so, putting himself in harm's way. As the story progresses so does Azrael. It's almost like he levels up. This is a big task for him to undertake, he understands the ramifications of what happens if he fails. He also knows that he can't stop and must push forward. Striving toward the answers. Will he find out who is doing this in time?
I will admit, this is outside of my normal wheelhouse of books. Even now and then I like to step out of line and try something new. It was a slow go at first for me, but then I was swept into the story. It has a good pace and gives subtle clues as you go.
September 17, 2022
As a fan of independent authors, I was excited to read Joseph Schiller's latest novel. I was immediately struck by how the story took off from the start and never let up. The pages almost compel the reader to turn them, as the story is both entertaining and interesting. Great for fans of mystery, science fiction, fantasy, and superheroes, Upon the Arrival of Dawn is a true page turner that all audiences will enjoy from cover to cover!
November 4, 2022
I really liked the story, it keeps you aware of what is to come, and it has good surprises!! A great book to disconnect from daily stress
December 21, 2023
I could not finish this book. Explaining/describing something multiple times in the same paragraph, long wordy discombobulated sentences, and way too much unneeded detail. I almost lost track of what I thought was the story line because of these issues.
It was very distracting to have to keep flipping to the back of the book to find what the numbered footnotes were referring to. There were several times when all it was referencing was a source. Put the footnote at the FOOT of the page. Save your source references for back of the book.
It was very distracting to have to keep flipping to the back of the book to find what the numbered footnotes were referring to. There were several times when all it was referencing was a source. Put the footnote at the FOOT of the page. Save your source references for back of the book.
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