Sam's Quest: The Royal Trident (Book #2) [Paperback]

Ben Furman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2008 | Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up

Guided by an Unseen Evil Force, Pax Hordes Invade the World of Bergeron, Destroying 1000 Years of Peace Samantha Costas, Sam a descendent of the Originators, the keeper of the Crimson Crystal, and the savior of the Awokian people, is the bridge to the World of Bergeron and its lands of good and evil. Prince Buznor, Buzz, an Awokian from Innerworld on a diplomatic mission, is caught in the fighting. Seriously wounded, he calls out to Sam. The Crimson Crystal glows, signaling Sam that her friend is in danger. She leaves the safety of her home on Mile High Mountain and descends to the World of Bergeron. There she comes face-to-face with the most powerful evil she has ever encountered. She must defeat it or all is lost.

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Ben R. Furman, former FBI counter-terrorism chief, has drawn on his years of investigative experience to write about high-tech terrorism, chemical, biological, and nuclear threats, and transnational criminal cartels. During his FBI career he investigated kidnappings, extortions, bank robberies, led SWAT teams and was the FBI counter terrorism chief assigned to address threats against the United States by terrorists of all stripes, including nuclear terrorism. He also writes fantasy adventure novels with positive messages for the young adult, juvenile market.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Black Hawk Press; (Book 2) edition (October 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0977873145
• ISBN-13: 978-0977873142
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,591,070 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Courtesy of Teens Read Too, October 10, 2008

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This review is from: Sam's Quest: The Royal Trident (Book #2) (Paperback)

When the Awokian Prince Buznor is ambushed in a foreign land, he calls out to Sam Costas, a descendant of the mysterious Originators and the keeper of the Crimson Crystal, for help. Sam, who has been living on her grandfather's farm since the recent deaths of her parents, immediately answers, leaving behind her life in Outworld to save her friend.

In order to rescue Prince Buznor, Sam must return to Innerworld and make her way through the land of Bergeron. But this risky voyage is only the first of her troubles, for even after she has found Buznor, there appears to be danger lurking around every corner as outsiders invade Bergeron, destroying one thousand years of peace. Can Sam discover the source of this evil before it is too late to save the world of Bergeron?

THE ROYAL TRIDENT works well both as a standalone novel and a sequel. Though still relatively conventional as a fantasy story, great strides have been taken towards originality, and the plot twists are just enough to keep readers guessing. Ben Furman retains his creative touch from SAM'S QUEST FOR THE CRIMSON CRYSTAL in creating the entertaining world of Bergeron and the character of the dragon Telegu.

However, I was a little disappointed in the author's treatment of the deaths of Sam's parents; the event itself takes place before THE ROYAL TRIDENT begins, and seems to function only as a reason for Sam's continued stay at her grandfather's farm.

Besides this, THE ROYAL TRIDENT greatly improves on the first installment of the SAM'S QUEST series. Furman loses no ground on his strengths from SAM'S QUEST FOR THE CRIMSON CRYSTAL, and improves on many counts. I look forward to the continuation of this trend for future books in the series.

Reviewed by: Rebecca Wells

4.0 out of 5 stars Review, October 1, 2008

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This review is from: Sam's Quest: The Royal Trident (Book #2) (Paperback)

Buzz requires Sam's assistance again. Sam travels to the World of Bergeron. Once there, Sam runs into a whole new batch of dangerous creatures that consist of a large bird like creature as well as a riddle loving dragon. When Sam finally makes her way to Buzz, she discovers that he is wounded. Luckily for Sam she won't be alone on her journey. She will be accompanied by Buzz's uncle, King Kaylan. Join Sam, Buzz and King Kaylan on this new wild adventure in Sam's Quest: The Royal Trident.

It was nice to visit with Buzz and Sam again as well as be introduced to some new characters. After reading the first book, I was ready to see what new adventure Sam and Buzz would get into. Telegu, the dragon was my favorite in this book. He acted all tough like a dragon should but once you got to know him better he was actually a softie but don't tell him that. I wish Mr. Furman the best of luck with this series as I am sure it will be a great success.