From the beginning to the end had me wondering what was going to happen next I can't wait for the next book
As someone who dabbles in the fantasy genre it was so refreshing to read a fantasy that didn’t make my brain hurt AND was so good.
I was immediately hooked from the first chapter and quickly became invested in many of the characters which is easy to do when there’s the “found family” aspect.
But genuinely, it was so nice to read a fantasy that I was able to get invested in so quickly without spending 50% of the book just trying to understand what was going on, who people were, the difficult names of places, people, and creatures.
Some things I especially enjoyed:
-found family aspect
-lovable dragon
-various characters with spunk/personality
-a few twists and turns
-epic action and adventure that was thrilling and fast-paced
I flew through this book and am eager to read book 2!
Signed by Author
Very creative and grabs your attention with a constant build to something new. It doesn't have an ending just makes you want to get into Frostsight to continue the story.
NEVER a disappointment!!!!!
I loved THE DRAGON GUARDIAN CHRONICLES written by Jessica. The books were easy to read and hard to put down. Written for all ages was a definite plus. I felt confident recommending them to all ages of readers.
But this book!!!!!!??????? Oh my goodness! Jessica has out done herself. Her imagination for all things fantasy, magical and creative are just amazing.
What I loved is that I can pronounce all of the names of the characters and the locations!!! 😁 No more skipping names or “making up” names to use. But what I absolutely thought was the best part was the way she developed the characters in this first book of the new series. Time was well spent developing them, their backgrounds, their homelands, all the things that we will need to know as we anxiously await the following books!!!
I recommend this author all the time, for two reasons….
#1. She is an amazing author, knows her audience and sometimes leaves us hanging….for a bit.
#2. She is my cousins daughter and I could not be more proud of her and her work. My mother always said Jessica had an amazing imagination and she was spot on.
Buy the book, download the ebook, get it any way you can, just get it and read!!!!! You will not be sorry!
Give it as a gift to a young person that may not KNOW they love reading. In fact, get them The Dragon Guardian Chronicles and get them hooked, then gift them with Echo of Broken Skies to continue to fuel their love of reading!
My TBR list is quite long but I read the first couple of chapters and I have moved this book up near the top, excellent read thus far!!!
I'm half away through this fantastic book amd am loving it. Life has been a bit crazy here, which is why I am not further along. Already looking forward to the next book.
This book is amazing. Had me hooked from the beginning. Loving the dual story line and am wondering how it’s all gunna come together in the end. I’m hanging on to every word. Loving it so far and know I’ll continue to love it as I continue to read it.
A compelling adventure and emotional tale of hidden magic, corruption, twisted prophecy and survival.
Two souls bonded by magic, destiny and a prophecy of sky and ash, both forced to hide their powers and stay invisible.
Raven fears her destructive powers but yearns for freedom and truth, while Derron hides his powers and journeys on an unexpected path hoping for validation and acceptance.
I loved the themes of found family, mythical creature bonds, and unexpected heroes.
It's an epic ya fantasy adventure filled with high stakes, action, rescues, character growth and resilience, and surviving a prophecy twisted by fear and corrupt leaders.
Excited for the next book.
Loved every part from the prologue to the epilogue! Lots of action and adventure! Dual plotlines follow two young protagonists who are trying to find a place in the world where they won't be persecuted for their magical abilities. They spent their entire lives hiding in fear of being discovered.
The dual plotlines keep the story moving quickly. Eventually, their paths cross. Lots of twists & unpredictable events follow Derron & Raven everywhere they go. There were no spicy scenes, but there were definitely a few OMG dramatic moments that were sad and unexpected. There are interesting magical creatures with distinct personalities that add depth to the story. The realm building & map are wonderful tools to draw the reader in to another place & time.
I listened to the audio version for part of the story and read the ebook version for the rest. Both formats were good. The narrators were interesting. The artwork on the book cover is gorgeous! This book is appropriate for ages 12-adult. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series.
Fall into a world of dragons and magic. If you love wheel of time and Eragon this book will be sure to steal your heart. I sat down and couldn’t stop reading it.
Amazing world building and intensity. The rage and frustration so well written it was tangible.. this is a must read for me
So I’m not a kid secretly reading a fantasy book in math class, but I am an adult reading it between work things! Shhh, don’t tell my boss.
Jessica Deen Norris is a wonderful author who I started following last year with her previous series, The Dragon Guardian Chronicles. Her mind for fantasy stories is boundless! In Echo of Broken Skies, she brings magic, fantasy, magical creatures, and other fun elements to life. It is an easy read, super fun, and totally engaging. I couldn’t put the book down, I had to read well into the night last night, I needed to know what happened with our heroes Raven and Derron! Sleep could wait!
What I enjoy most about Norris’ books are the lack of romantasy vibes. There are love interests, but they are kid-friendly. I am able to share my love of dragons and fantasy novels with my nephew and niece, without exposing them to spice.
The magic element is introduced immediately in this book, which is nice. I didn’t have to wait and anticipate the fantasy, it starts with a bang!
It also differs from other fantasy, in that character and location names are not difficult to read/pronounce. I am able to remember character names, and not mentally gloss over difficult names. The lore building in this first book of the series is fantastic. The lore continues to build throughout the entire book, and reminded me of the lore building in Eragon. I was very pleased that this first novel in the Sky & Ash series spent some serious time with lore and world building. It was fascinating to delve into the world of magic, prophecies, past and present colliding, and beating the odds!
There are twists, turns, surprises, and fun to be had. I already said it, but I seriously had a hard time putting down the book. Dragons and phoenixes are my personal favorite fantasy creatures, and seeing them come alive in this book was so fun.
I do wish there was an index, as some of the terms used I would like to be able to flip back and reference to refresh what they mean. But this is really the only thing I found lacking.
Go give it a read!!
I just started reading Firesight on Saturday and I couldn't put it down im on Chapter 13 now
The books are gorgeous and the added bonus are well made. I have not read the books but I love everything dragon so I know I will.
The books are gorgeous and the added bonus are well made. I have not read the books but I love everything dragon so I know I will.
The books are gorgeous and the added bonus are well made. I have not read the books but I love everything dragon so I know I will.
Loved the story idea for these books. Cover art is amazing. I Have started the first one and i am enjoying it. Plus they each are signed hardcovers with a little swag. Thanks!
These books look amazing the artwork on the slipcover the embossed Dragon eye on the Hard cover and the author's Signature along with a matching thank you card from the author and a bookmark matching the book made this purchase well worth the money.
These books look amazing the artwork on the slipcover the embossed Dragon eye on the Hard cover and the author's Signature along with a matching thank you card from the author and a bookmark matching the book made this purchase well worth the money.
These books look amazing the artwork on the slipcover the embossed Dragon eye on the Hard cover and the author's Signature along with a matching thank you card from the author and a bookmark matching the book made this purchase well worth the money.
The books are prettier in person. The story so far is great, the charcters are lovely, though I'm so curious about Maja's story in the prologue. Looking forward to the next book.
These are great stickers! I would love some color options as well!
Author Jessica Deen Norris masterfully wove a fantastic story where you are pulled into the story and feel as though you are tagging along with the characters during their journey.
As each chapter comes to an end it’s like binge watching a show, you have to go to the next episode (in this case the next chapter)!
This story is an absolute MUST READ for fantasy lovers! Prepare for the journey!!
Delightful. The story line keeps you engaged from the beginning with nice character development. I really enjoyed this story and look forward to reading the rest of the trilogy. Got these as a signed copy and I do feel these books are very beautifully created. Appreciate the details!
