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Dragon's Son (Lord of Wind and Fire)

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This is the best book, yet, that this reviewer has read by the talented Elaine Corvidae. This conclusion to the Lord of Wind and Fire trilogy will leave readers breathless and wishing it didn't have to end.

This story starts up where book 2, The Crow Queen left off, with Yozerf thought dead by his companions and his mate, Suchen Keblava. What they don't realize is that he did in fact escape the fiery aftermath of their climactic battle in Segg, though he suffered some grave injuries and a bout of amnesia. He is found in wolf form, by a young human girl who nurses him back to health. Once recovered, he and Owl, as he has dubbed the child, head off in search of the rest of his pack... and Suchen.

Suchen, Londah, Lord Auglar and their remaining companions are on their way to Kellsjard in hopes to regroup and have another chance to make their stand against enemies so Auglar can win his rightful place as King of Jenel. Along the way they run into many difficulties and start to lose hope. Angler's beloved wife is thought dead, most of his Sworn have been killed, and Suchen tries to overcome her heartbreak over losing Yozerf.

On his journey, Yozerf finds himself to be the head of a band of refugees that is made up of all races, human, Wolfkin, and Aclytese, all hoping to escape the destruction as well. Suchen, Londah and Auglar are in for the surprise of their lives however, when they finally find refuge at Vorslava, formerly their rival Fellrant's keep. However, circumstances are still dire and everyone's last hope resides in Yozerf, and the ancient magic of his bloodline. Can they ever really win this war and will Yozerf's fate be enough to save the land and his people?

This story is incredible! Beautifully written with vivid imagery and strong plot, Ms. Corvidae once again enchants her readers with her otherworldly tale. She also has incredibly talent for getting to her reader's hearts and emotions. This reviewer laughed, screamed, cheered, and cried throughout this story. Some scenes are so heart-wrenching that one will want to have some tissues on hand for wiping up the tears bound to flow as a result.

All the loose ends from the previous two books are tied up and resolved in such a way that fans are more then satisfied at the turn of events. They will also learn much more about Ax and Jahcgroth and their roles in the chain of events and their reasons behind it. Readers also get more a more in depth look into Yozerf's origins, learning his history as he does. Londah remains a mystery in many ways, but reader swill also get more of a glimpse into her past as well. She is this reviewer's favorite character in the trilogy, with her pent up remorse over things done and her ever present love for her son. She is such a complex character that readers still may not know by the end of this book, everything about her and why she is who she is.

The conclusion to this book, and the trilogy, is so incredibly climactic that one will be left breathless when all the dust settles in the final battle. It is shocking, stunning, dramatic, and intense, gripping all of the emotions of the readers tightly in its grasp. Villains finally get what they deserve, and the real heroes shine forth in all their glory. Brilliantly done Ms. Corvidae! No one can read this book and not feel some stirring of emotions. And THAT is the mark of a wonderful storyteller. This reviewer has become a lifelong fan after reading this incredible saga in its entirety.

© Kelley A. Hartsell, August 2004. All rights reserved.

In a time of war, the common people of Jenel are forced into homelessness. By the hundreds, they travel across a deadly, barren land, searching for a safe haven; a place where ruthless soldiers and cold-hearted bandits can't destroy what's left of their lives; someplace with a bit of food and warmth to wait out the harsh winter approaching the Kellsmarch. One such place exists, but most think Vorslava is just a myth.

After Yozerf Jonaglir recovers from a near-fatal incident, only surviving because an eight-year-old human orphan nurses him back from the brink of death, he finds himself surrounded by refugees looking to him for leadership, but he's not even sure he can take care of his adoptive daughter, Owl, let alone hundreds of people needing food, clothing, shelter, and protection. For the first time, Aclyte, Wolfkin, and humans travel together with a common goal. Keeping the peace between them becomes a major challenge, but they must remain united in order to survive.

Believing Yozerf is dead, Suchen Keblava (Warrior and Steward to the Lord of Kellsjard) doesn't even want to think beyond the next minute, but along with Londah (the Crow Queen), Auglar (Lord of Kellsjard), and the rest, she plods toward Kellsjard-toward home where she can rest and grieve. Hungry and broken, she fights to survive one more day without Yozerf and wonders about the fate of them all.

As the armies of Argannon and Jenel battle each other, the refugees wage a war of survival, and their fate is in the hands of an Aclyte shape-changer.

Elaine Corvidae's characters are so real you'll hate closing the book at the end, knowing you'll never be in the presence of those people again. Ms Corvidae captures human emotions beautifully and places them in an engaging escapade of love, hope, and peril. "Dragon's Son", the third and final book in the Lord of Wind and Fire series, is an extraordinary story, captivating from beginning to end.

Ms. Corvidae is most definitely a gifted writer, and I look forward to enjoying her novels for years to come.

During the chaos of the battle of Segg, dying half-breed Yozert Jonaglir (offspring of a dragon fire sorcerer Aclytese and Wolfkin shapeshifter) is near death with no hope of anyone saving his life. However, a female orphan Owl finds Yozert in his wolf form and saves his life. They become very close like a father with a beloved daughter, and exchange blood.

They journey in hopes of finding a haven from the brutal war as neither the forces of the merciless King Fellrant of Jenel and the just as cold-blooded Emperor Jahcgroth of Argannese care what happens to civilians. Yozert and Owl attract other wannabe survivors amongst human, Aclytese and Wolfkin desperate for respite from the horrors of war. Yozert leads his troupe to Vorslava where they take over the city. Soon word spreads of a haven for refugees. Yozerf's mate and his mother arrive to find him in charge preparing his followers for a rough cold winter and an even tougher spring when the magical armies of King Fellrant and Emperor Jahcgroth will attack this peaceful insurrection.


The above paragraphs barely make a dent into describing the adventures of the hero and his troupe who fight every inch of the way to the city, to take the city, and to rule the city. Fans will believe in the existence of the differing sentient species that have been at war for generations, but to survive the vicious royal armies must merge. Though this epic fantasy can stand alone the audience will better appreciate and understand the key players by reading the first two novels in the delightful Lord of Wind and Fire series (see WOLFKIN and THE CROW QUEEN; the trio is worth the time and money.

Harriet Klausner

The story begins a few weeks after the fall of Segg. Yozert Jonaglir is half Aclytese (an ancient race of dragon fire sorcerers) and Half Wolfkin (a race that can shift to wolf form). He has been separated from his group during the Segg battle. Still in wolf form, Yozerf is all but dead when a small, human, orphan girl finds him. Once well enough, Yozerf returns to man form. The girl, Owl, and Yozerf have become close. In a ceremony (Yozert makes up), the two use a few drops of their blood to adopt each other. Yozerf has no idea that his blood would affect his new daughter in special ways. As father and daughter, the two begin traveling in hopes of finding a city to take shelter from the ongoing war between the cruel King Fellrant of Jenel and the equally ruthless Emperor Jahcgroth of the Argannese. No matter which side ultimately wins the war, all the people lose.

During the travel of the duo, Yozerf rescues some human refugees, then some Aclyte refugees, followed by Wolfkin refugees, and so on. The three races have never gotten along. But for survival they did so, banding together to help each other (though reluctantly at first) with Yozerf as their unspoken leader. Leader is NOT what Yozerf wishes for. However, it is a role he takes seriously. With Winter coming, they needed shelter for the group of over one hundred. Yozerf sets his sights on Vorslava.

Suchen Keblava is Yozerf's human mate. She is part of the group he has been separated from. Yozerf's mother, Londah, is with her. The entire group believes him dead. They are now homeless refugees with both war leaders out for their heads. Word is spreading about the new bandit lord ruling Vorslava who is taking in all refugees. They arrive to find Yozerf is ruling several hundred people of all races.

The group must survive the Winter, keep peace within their walls, as well as prepare for Spring. Because when Spring arrives, the small warrior groups within Vorslava and their rag tag kingdom of refugees will have to battle King Fellrant and Emperor Jahcgroth's magical armies.

***** I could not shorten that synopsis and still explain the plot. Yet I have given nothing vital away. The duo's journey to Vorslava is littered with battles and hardships. Do not assume Vorslava was empty of soldiers upon their arrival either. Even when everyone is together, keeping peace between races with several generations of war between them is not a breeze to do.

Author Elaine Corvidae is somehow able to pull it all off without ripping all her hair out by its roots. This is the last of the trilogy. The first book is "Wolfkin" (ISBN # 1594260540). The second book is "The Crow Queen" (ISBN # 1594260575). Both the previous titles must be read in order for you to full understand the characters (good and bad), their histories, their triumphs, and their defeats. Otherwise, this single book will make sense to you, but you will find yourself wondering to what they are referring to very often. Each book is excellent. Fans of Anne McCaffrey will especially enjoy this trilogy. Elaine Corvidae is a Mistress of Fantasy! *****

Reviewed by Detra Fitch of Huntress Reviews.