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I plan on getting it for my middle daughter (and myself lol) for her birthday in Feb. Can't wait to read it!!
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I really liked the absurdity and the way it poked fun at the idea of nobility and royalty.
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I just ordered a copy today - I can't wait to read it!!! (I wonder if I can read it before I give it to middle daughter for her birthday LOL that would be wrong wouldn't it? LOL) I knew I should have ordered 2 copies right away!!
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LOL I don't think it would ;-)
My daughter finally started reading Dragonfriend. I will read it when she's done.She says it reminds her of Dungeons and Dragons because they're on a quest and it makes her want to jump in and join LOL
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She says it reminds her of Dungeons and Dragons because they're on a quest and it makes her want to jump in and j..."
Thanks for the update, Kim. I found myself wishing I could join Leonard's quest, too! Hopefully, that's a good sign she'll enjoy the rest of the book.
I take it as a good sign too :-)
Alex finished it last night, she said she loved it! And she's anxious for the next book to come out. When can she expect it?She liked the writing style and liked the way you portrayed the dragons. She liked the tears (don't want to give anything away with details), she liked that while they were destructive they were still "nice". She may do a review later :-)
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I'm shooting to get the sequel out before the end of this year, but it might not be until early 2013 due to work considerations. I'll let everyone know as soon as I do. Thanks again!
Awesome :-)she really did enjoy it - she was excited when she talked about it :-)
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Roger, my Alex finally got around to writing her review. You'll see it on goodreads but I wanted to paste it in here as well. :-)-----------
I was surprised by this book. I had expected it to be childish or 'trying too hard' funny. I was greatly mistaken. The way this book was written is hard to describe. There was imagery and description, but nothing felt unnecessary.
I was drawn in, no, dragged into this story within sentences. The writing is exquisitely done. I feel as if I am one of the new heroes partaking in this maiden quest. I wished to grab a sword and start running.
I loved how the dragons were perceived. This version of the literary dragon was a combination of many others. These dragons were great beasts that raided farms, burned villages, hunted towns people, and had ferocious natures. However, they were intelligent and wise. These dragons had a monarchy and followed their queen. They seemed to have partly human minds; the way they loved each other and cared for their young. Their magical elements were not lost, though. I loved the idea of creating dragonfriends, and the sad treasure of gems as teardrops. These are the dragons that I can see flying our skies.
The characters were well made. The characters were dynamic; they changed throughout the story. Each person gaining skills and confidence. The love affair between the heroine and protagonist was tastefully done. The laws of magic and beasts were clever and seemed ancient; as if I could stumble upon a stone giant and not be afraid. There was nothing ridiculous or cheesey in this story. I impatiently await the next chapt
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Yes, I was really happy with her review. I love reading her writing though, and I know I'm a bit biased lol. But I will tell you she did this completely on her own, I had absolutely zero input. She didn't even tell me she'd done it I just happened to see it when I signed onto GR LOLI really can't wait to read the book now!!
I finally read this. Roger, it's wonderful!!! I can't wait for the next book.
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I'm a little late in responding, sorry about that. I blame addled author syndrome. Thanks so much for sharing your kind endorsement, Kim. I'm quite pleased you liked Dragonfriend. Getting close on the sequel -- hope to be done with my first edit by the end of the month, then it's off to beta readers!
yayyy can't wait!!
My son is now reading Dragonfriend and is loving it :-) (he'll be 12 on Saturday).
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My son loved it as well and can't wait for the next one either. Looks like I'll be buying multiple copies lol
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LOL yes multiples - and I'm going to have to get a second copy of this one for my son as well - he wants his own copy ;-)Sure thing and just so you know I tell others about your book too - not just my own children :-D
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Two things. First, my latest book, GHOST STAR is currently (and for the next 28 days) involved in a Kindle Scout campaign for publication on Amazon. I'm asking for your support and would be grateful if you popped over to the Kindle Scout site and nominated my book. Here's the link:
https://kindlescout.amazon.com/p/K0R7...
Second, I wanted to give you a quick update on the Dragonfriend series. I'm well over halfway through the first draft of the third book. The title is "Elvenking," and I'm hoping to have it out before the end of this year. Thank you for your patience.
Thank you!
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First, Elvenking, the third book in the LTG series, was recently published (11/2020). I'm quite pleased with how the book turned out. There are tons of twists and turns, lots of fun new characters and returning favorites, and some despicable baddies. Leonard, Glennys, and Hubert have their hands full in this one!
Second, the audiobook edition of Dragonfriend is almost finished and will come out later this month (03/2021). Yay! I'll drop the link when it goes live.
As always, I'd love to get your feedback on any of my books. Thanks for your support and let me know if you have any questions!
Roger
