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Dragon Fires Rising #3
Thunder o Dragon
From flying to war to becoming a living playground for thirty children, a Dragon called Dragon is growing in all sorts of unexpected ways these days. Never mind. With his signature wit and inimitable style, and the expedient of occasionally throwing his beautiful black Princess, Dragon Rider and best friend straight at his troubles, this Dragon is prepared to seize his war-torn world by the scruff of the neck and shake it into shape. It's not as if the world has a choice in the matter. The third hilarious, climactic volume in Dragon Fires Rising sees an unlikely Dragon-Rider team take on the full might of the invading Skartunese army.
473 pages, Paperback
First published July 14, 2021
About the author
Marc Secchia
64 books577 followersMarc is a South African-born dragon masquerading as an author, who loves writing about dragons and Africa, preferably both at the same time. He's the author of over 40 fantasy books in 5 languages including 10 rip-roaring dragon fantasy bestsellers.
His latest releases are Khyrial and the King, an absorbing Fantasy Romance and the hilarious epic fantasy Call me Dragon which won gold in the 2021 IPPY Book Awards for best Fantasy novel.
When he's not writing about Africa or dragons Marc can be found travelling to remote locations. He thinks there's nothing better than standing on a mountaintop wondering what lies over the next horizon.
His latest releases are Khyrial and the King, an absorbing Fantasy Romance and the hilarious epic fantasy Call me Dragon which won gold in the 2021 IPPY Book Awards for best Fantasy novel.
When he's not writing about Africa or dragons Marc can be found travelling to remote locations. He thinks there's nothing better than standing on a mountaintop wondering what lies over the next horizon.
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March 2, 2022
Very good conclusion to the series, with just as much humor and puns as the previous books. I admit, the ending felt a little bit abrupt and not exactly impactful to me, although it was damn sweet and wholesome.
Overall a great series that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a humorous adventure. The only reason why I'm rating this book 4 stars as well is because the plot just isn't that gripping or interesting to me. I find that there's way too little discourse or drama between the characters, which often makes the plot feel a little bit too "positive" and predictable. However, the characters more than make up for this, and are, by far, the strongest part of the whole series. I just wish there was more drama and intrigue to really make me feel invested in the story, rather than relying purely on characters.
Either way, these are just my nitpicks about the series, and overall, I very much enjoyed it and am glad that I took the time to read it. It was a great adventure, and here's hoping that Marc writes another adventure in this universe with these characters, or perhaps their offspring.
Overall a great series that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a humorous adventure. The only reason why I'm rating this book 4 stars as well is because the plot just isn't that gripping or interesting to me. I find that there's way too little discourse or drama between the characters, which often makes the plot feel a little bit too "positive" and predictable. However, the characters more than make up for this, and are, by far, the strongest part of the whole series. I just wish there was more drama and intrigue to really make me feel invested in the story, rather than relying purely on characters.
Either way, these are just my nitpicks about the series, and overall, I very much enjoyed it and am glad that I took the time to read it. It was a great adventure, and here's hoping that Marc writes another adventure in this universe with these characters, or perhaps their offspring.
January 10, 2022
Parents: 16+
Language: none
Violence: PG-13
Sexual content: allusion to intimacy both dragon and human. Nothing super descriptive
As with the previous books, the relationship between dragon and the princess is humorous and full of wit. There are moments of seriousness that broach social topics of today as in the previous books—specifically that of racism and the treatment of those that look different from the general populace. The resolution feels rushed but overall this was an enjoyable series as a whole.
Narrator: great tone, good differentiations
—I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
Language: none
Violence: PG-13
Sexual content: allusion to intimacy both dragon and human. Nothing super descriptive
As with the previous books, the relationship between dragon and the princess is humorous and full of wit. There are moments of seriousness that broach social topics of today as in the previous books—specifically that of racism and the treatment of those that look different from the general populace. The resolution feels rushed but overall this was an enjoyable series as a whole.
Narrator: great tone, good differentiations
—I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
March 11, 2022
The conclusion was good, though not as great as I hoped. It felt a bit too fast at times and there were some time jumps that left me confused at how much time had just passed within the last sentence. I still like the majority of the humor. I wish we could have seen more resolution for Thundersong’s sire’s family and Thunderson’s relationship with them. Still, I enjoyed this series and would recommend it for people who like dragon’s with a sarcastic sense of humor, strong women heroines, and concepts mirroring social justice issues of current society in the real world. I would not suggest this book for readers younger than 13 due to some of the more adult humor that appears at times.
June 2, 2022
A near perfect series, with: dragons, action, adventure, family (both human and dragon), wit, humor, romance, honor and, did I mention DRAGONS!
Mixed with scathing wit are some fine comments on the wrongness of racism and prejudice which I firmly believe is absolutely correct. The synopsis of which: We are all living creatures with unique talents and abilities but, not one is better than another.
This is not the last book in the series and I am tickled pink about that fact! This series is character driven and marvelous characters they are! I have enjoyed many wonderful reading hours immersed in these three books and highly recommend them. Yeah, dragons!
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Mixed with scathing wit are some fine comments on the wrongness of racism and prejudice which I firmly believe is absolutely correct. The synopsis of which: We are all living creatures with unique talents and abilities but, not one is better than another.
This is not the last book in the series and I am tickled pink about that fact! This series is character driven and marvelous characters they are! I have enjoyed many wonderful reading hours immersed in these three books and highly recommend them. Yeah, dragons!
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July 16, 2021
Wholly Unsurprised at How Epic that Was!
I will never not read a book by Marc Secchia! This trilogy was hilarious, heartwarming, and a great read for anyone who likes dragons, princesses who break the mold, and an abundance of humor. I loved it and I am already planning to re-read as I type!
I will never not read a book by Marc Secchia! This trilogy was hilarious, heartwarming, and a great read for anyone who likes dragons, princesses who break the mold, and an abundance of humor. I loved it and I am already planning to re-read as I type!
August 31, 2021
I had a tough time deciding on the rating for this one.
Thundersong depended too much on his little princess for the coming together of his ideas. This is a dragon with both an honorable soul and an imaginative artistic soul. Maybe missing common sense needed to pull practical wisdom together?
Thundersong depended too much on his little princess for the coming together of his ideas. This is a dragon with both an honorable soul and an imaginative artistic soul. Maybe missing common sense needed to pull practical wisdom together?
September 8, 2021
Enjoyable
A series you do not want to put down till the end. An easy read but not one you take lightly. Full of good lessons on not taking individuality for a negative and as a virtue! Like the way it ties with issues today to not judge a person's difference but welcome and embrace one another.
A series you do not want to put down till the end. An easy read but not one you take lightly. Full of good lessons on not taking individuality for a negative and as a virtue! Like the way it ties with issues today to not judge a person's difference but welcome and embrace one another.
July 17, 2021
Outstanding
This is an incredible series and Book Three is an amazing conclusory story. The final battle left my heart in my throat wondering whether Thundersong and his princess would win out over incredible evil. Did they? I guess you will need to read it to find out.
This is an incredible series and Book Three is an amazing conclusory story. The final battle left my heart in my throat wondering whether Thundersong and his princess would win out over incredible evil. Did they? I guess you will need to read it to find out.
September 30, 2021
Fun, insightful, mildly humorous.
This was one of those series you are sorry to get to the end of. Good characters and development, good magic system, and punny without being punnishing. Great series that is innocent yet adult. Very positive read.
This was one of those series you are sorry to get to the end of. Good characters and development, good magic system, and punny without being punnishing. Great series that is innocent yet adult. Very positive read.
September 27, 2022
So, so good.
With the crazy world we live in now a days, this series is a breath of fresh air. I love the banter between all of the characters. This is the best series I have read this year.
With the crazy world we live in now a days, this series is a breath of fresh air. I love the banter between all of the characters. This is the best series I have read this year.
August 7, 2021
What a good story
The fates have moved and history was made when a dragon stole a princess. The world was forever changed and love conquered.
The fates have moved and history was made when a dragon stole a princess. The world was forever changed and love conquered.
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August 9, 2021Wow !
Wow ... another great story. With wit and hilarity Marc Secchia has brought a new world to life . Thanks for the great read .
Wow ... another great story. With wit and hilarity Marc Secchia has brought a new world to life . Thanks for the great read .
August 17, 2021
slogged through this one.
October 20, 2021
Loved this series!
Really well done! I laughed, I cried, I cursed randomly and scared my husband. It was a wonderful series to read!
Really well done! I laughed, I cried, I cursed randomly and scared my husband. It was a wonderful series to read!
October 31, 2021
Fun light light read
Decent plot, fun -- full of intentionally bad jokes. Plot is inventive. Suitable for any age. Enjoyed the series, looking forward to more.
Decent plot, fun -- full of intentionally bad jokes. Plot is inventive. Suitable for any age. Enjoyed the series, looking forward to more.
April 16, 2022
Love this series
I really enjoyed the whole entire series. The meek inherit the spoils. The dragon find his true family was the best part. Family is everything to me.
I really enjoyed the whole entire series. The meek inherit the spoils. The dragon find his true family was the best part. Family is everything to me.
September 17, 2022
Late update. Good series of books. On my re-read list and certainly the audio will be listened to often.
October 28, 2021
Honestly, much of a muchness. If you read/enjoyed the other two books, you will enjoy this one although rather less surprises and I felt the battle scenes lacked some of the "ompf" from the previous books. Also felt it left some of the issues from the previous books unresolved - did the author simply forget to reconcile Dragon's family exile? Although he is clearly a dragon of "half-air, half-sea", the "air-dragon" part seems to have been lost/ignored or the "sea dragon" part over-emphasized and the relationship with his father Blaze and his paternal half-brothers conveniently shunted aside. I would also liked to have seen/known a little bit more about his family life post-war e and don't feel the epilogue went far enough into the future/character development. Overall, still a decent series and a definite page-turner; my one gripe, though, was the similarities in names, particularly between love-interests. I often became confused as to whether it was the woman Azania or the man Azerim who was speaking, or the legless human Chanize or the yellow dragon Charielle, causing several inconvenient re-reads of the same passage.
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November 30, 2021
Wonderful trilogy
The puns can be somewhat overdone, but the familial affection between beings of very different origins make for heart warming pleasure in reading. Highly recommended!
The puns can be somewhat overdone, but the familial affection between beings of very different origins make for heart warming pleasure in reading. Highly recommended!
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