Customer Reviews

Dragon Keepers (Book 1 'Honor of the Tome')

5 star:		(5)
4 star:		(0)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

This book is all about enriching your child's imagination and teaching them moral values and how to succeed in the long run.

I have enjoyed it from the very first page and to the very last, it was sad to see it end. I can't wait for the future ones to come along.

It's also refreshing to read about Merlin in his younger years since that part of his life is left largely unexplored by fiction writers.

Over all I loved it and I know that both children and adults will too.

I read Bruce Goldwell's Dragon Keepers I & II over the holiday. The story is a seven book series about the life of Merlin. It tracks his life from 13 years old to an old and powerful wizard.

There is a lot more to this story then some may think. Each book teaches a valuable lesson to all ages, especially children. The story is not only about Merlin but about how he became the person we know of today. We get to meet his parents, powerful dragons, and a true love who have made a major impact on the paths he chose.

Dragon Keepers I is a fantastic story that teaches you how to lose your worst fears. It starts off with a common 13 year old boy that very quickly begins to pick up a "massive amount" of responsibility and must learn many lessons to fulfill his role as a Dragon Keeper. As a Dragon Keeper, Merlin must teach his new dragon, Dracon how to fly, live, and survive in the real world. He must also teach him the ways of his dragon ancestors. Read this story and see how Merlin naturally takes on his responsibilities, meets new friends, and battles with evil.

I recommend this book to everyone because it reminds us of our everday battles with life and brings a positive perspective to the things we don't want to always deal with. Bruce made me realize that there are a lot more precious things in life and not to take them for granted.

Dragon Keepers II continues the story of Merlin and the hardship he must conquer. He finds a stranger in his living quarters and is quickly reminded of his tasks. Merlin and Dracon go on a wild adventure through different worlds learning about their ancestors, meeting very powerful leaders, and controlling their fate (to a point) by his thoughts. He quickly realizes the hardest task he must face is in the eyes of...(shh...i can't tell you!!!)

I really liked this story because it was so real and passionate. It teaches you to believe in yourself. It also teaches you that you have control over an outcome just by having a positive thought process. Merlin is very advanced for 14 years old. When a situation comes about, he takes care of it. He doesn't coward away or freeze up. He does what he feels he needs to do by following his instincts. I'm really excited to take this adventure with Merlin and Dracon. Now that Merlin knows it's time to take his journey through life and to wisdom, I am sure it will be one adventure after another.

I was empowered to write this review when I read the previous one. This book is a simple basic learning tool for the young reader. Although it deals with 'Merlin' it actually sets forth the moral values and coping skills for the emerging adult. Regardless of trials and terrors it brings the young dragon keeper to a maturity of soul and spirit. I would definitely encourage any parent to buy this book, in fact I was so thrilled with it that I am buying several for my grandchildren.

This book captivated my son. We read this book over and over again. The story of Merlin was well wrote. I was unable to put the book down. Each night, we would look forward to reading the next chapter. Bruce Goldwell has done an excellent job at keeping you hanging on the edge of your seat wondering what will happen next.

Dear Mr.Goldwell I really like your book alot. It's very intresting. My favorite character was the Elfin because he was the only person who could go to the gate with the dragons. The words were so remarkable. I had to figure them out in the dictionary. I would recommend this book, because It got my interest in it.I learned that some books can turn out to be fantastic!!
From Myshawn Bryant
11 years old
PS266, Glen Oaks New York

Apart from the incredible illustrations in the book, it wasn't worth buying. I won't allow my child to read this book.