Offspring (The Sword of the Dragon) [Paperback]

Scott Appleton (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 17, 2011 | Series: The Sword of the Dragon (Book 2)

With Ilfedo's beloved wife buried, the Hemmed Land is destined to change, as is he. The sea serpents have again invaded the land and Ilfedo must discover the power behind the sword of the dragon, even as he accepts his people's call to become their Lord Warrior. His daughter grows into a beautiful young woman whose wisdom and love endears her to the people, and sets her on a journey to find a race of unique and powerful creatures. But far to the north an evil long ago stirred, and Letrias's workings soon threaten everything Ilfedo holds dear.

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About the Author

Scott Appleton is a freelance writer living in the northeast corner of Connecticut. He is the author of such published short stories as Splintered Sacrifice and The Woodland King, and By Sword By Right. In his spare time he enjoys photography, astronomy, reading history, novels and science books, and spending time with his wife and son. He finds biblical history particularly fascinating and derives some of the inspiration for his writing from biblical references. Swords of the Six is his first published novel. He may be found on the web at www.TheSwordoftheDragon.com.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 13 and up
  
• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Living Ink Books (October 17, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0899578616
• ISBN-13: 978-0899578613
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #367,625 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Scott Appleton is a Christian freelance fiction writer living in northeast Connecticut.

He was homeschooled through high school. He developed a love for reading and writing from his mother, and a love for science from his father. In high school he became involved with an astronomy group out of North Scituate, Rhode Island. His first published piece was a theoretical article for their newsletter. Upon graduating from high school at seventeen he traveled to Thailand as a student missionary and stayed for three months. Upon his return to the United States he studied Math and English at a community college and later obtained a certificate in Creative Editing through an online course.

Over the course of several years he created The Sword of the Dragon series and published multiple news articles, as well as works of poetry, and short fiction. Currently he divides his time between writing his novels, and spending time with his wife and son.

Customer Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 stars Do yourself a favor and pick up a Scott Appleton book!, October 17, 2011

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Jake Scholl - See all my reviews

This review is from: Offspring (The Sword of the Dragon) (Paperback)

Premise; The continuation of the Sword of the Dragon Saga. Book 1 is "Swords of the Six".

Review

Oddly, the only Christian fantasy books I really seem to find in Christian bookstores are the Narnia books by CS Lewis. Sadly, most other Christian fantasy writers are very hard to find, especially ones that are for older readers such as myself. (When I say older I mean older than the age of 17.) If you're over the age of 17, and are looking for a more mature Christian fantasy novel, then check out Scott Appleton.

The characters in the novel are deep, unlike with a lot of novels on the market right now. The characters are realistic, and it was as if the author actually interviewed his characters as he was writing the novel. Kind of reminded me of old friends, sitting next to you and telling you their story. The characters are just one of the many things that makes this novel great.

The plot of this novel is a lot more intricate than the first novel. The story is bigger and more epic in scope, whereas the first book was structured more as a fairytale. The action & suspense never lets up. It is a hybrid style between the action packed cinematic writing of R.A Salvatore, and the morality of J.R.R. Tolkien. Perfect for sitting in the living room and reading after a hard day at work. The story may be considered Christian, but the story would appeal to anyone who loves a great fantasy book well told. I don't want to spoil the story!

Overall

I believe we have another great fantasy writer in the making. Do yourself a favor and pick up a Scott Appleton book! Overall, I give this book 5 stars out of 5!

Note: This book was sent to me to read by the author Scott Appleton and his publisher AMG. And the manuscript may have changes, since my copy was an ARC.

5.0 out of 5 stars You don't want to miss this!, February 8, 2012

By 

Jennifer Thrall - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Offspring (The Sword of the Dragon) (Paperback)

Offspring Book 2 in The Sword of the Dragon series, is a brilliant continuation in the series. Ilfedo returns home to raise his daughter Oganna. With the help of his departed wife's sisters they help him raise and train Oganna. Ilfedo is swiftly asked for help in ridding The Hemmed Land of the Sea Serpents. Using his gift from the White Dragon, and with the help of friends and his sisters they defeat their enemies. Ilfedo is recognized as a great leader to the people of The Hemmed Land, so they make him Lord Warrior of the Hemmed Land. Oganna grows strong and beautiful. But when The Hemmed Land is threatened by unknown enemies in both the North and South of The Hemmed Lands, Ilfedo and his men head North to take care of the enemies, While Oganna and her Aunts head South to seek out a monster that has destroyed many towns in the South. In so doing they find new friends in the strangest of ways. This story world is brilliantly written. Scott Appleton has definitely put his own mark in the fantasy genre, with new and exciting ideas, worlds, and creatures. He is in his own league, he sets him self apart from authors like Lewis and Tolkien, which is really refreshing because a lot of fantasy christian authors are compared to those two, as well as a lot of Lewis' and Tolkien's ideas and mythologies are used by other authors. Whereas Appleton does not compare, and he has created his own mythology which is absolutely seamless and beautiful. This book has something for everyone, action, adventure, romance, and amazing christian themes. This is a must read series. The adventure continues in Book 3 The Key of Living Fire.

4.0 out of 5 stars Appleton tells stories like no other, December 3, 2011

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This review is from: Offspring (The Sword of the Dragon) (Paperback)

Upon the death of his wife, Ilfedo returns to find sea serpents attacking the Hemmed Land. He sets out with his comrades and the dragon's daughters. Together they slay the creatures. In gratitude, the people deem him ruler of the Hemmed Land.

Ilfedo raises his daughter, Oganna, unaware that Specter watches over her in secret. Oganna grows into a compassionate and wise young woman who saves the dragon's daughters from certain death and forges an alliance with a race of ancient and powerful creatures. But the Hemmed Land is invaded by an unknown enemy and, while Ilfedo readies his army to search out the enemy, Oganna leads her newfound allies ahead of him.

Appleton tells stories like no other. His epic story weaves generations of characters in a mystery of good versus evil. Ilfedo is a focused hero, and Oganna is a warrior. Offspring is a tale of wonder that will keep readers daydreaming about its imaginative characters, creatures, storyworld, and mystery long after they close the book.