I read this book straight through because it caught my interest reminding me of perm dragon riders a little and I dearly love them
Trial by Sorcery: Dragon Riders of Osnen Book 1
by Richard Fierce
Dragons can be dangerous ... if you don't bond with them first.
Eldwin wants to follow in his father's footsteps and become a Dragon Guard, but not for the glory. With his family dead and their lands dying, the opportunity to join the dragon rider school is all he has. But before Eldwin can bond with a dragon and guard the skies, he must pass three tests to prove his worth.
Compassion, magical aptitude, and armed combat.
He's determined to pass, but his maimed arm is a constant reminder of his disadvantage. Will the obstacles Eldwin faces keep him from reaching his dreams, or will he finally see what it's like to ride the skies?
An ISFAB top 10 finalist!
Fans of Sarah K.L. Wilson's Dragon School, Christopher Paolini's Eragon and Anne McCaffrey's Dragon Riders of Pern will feel right at home.
Trial by Sorcery is the first episode of the series Dragon Riders of Osnen.
Dragon Riders of Osnen series:
Book 1: Trial by Sorcery
Book 2: A Bond of Flame
Book 3: The Warrior's Call
Book 4: The Coin of Souls
Book 5: Wings of Terror
Book 6: Eyes of Stone
Book 7: Tooth and Claw
Book 8: A Servant of Souls
Book 9: Smoke and Shadow
Book 10: The Dark Rider
Eldwin wants to follow in his father's footsteps and become a Dragon Guard, but not for the glory. With his family dead and their lands dying, the opportunity to join the dragon rider school is all he has. But before Eldwin can bond with a dragon and guard the skies, he must pass three tests to prove his worth.
Compassion, magical aptitude, and armed combat.
He's determined to pass, but his maimed arm is a constant reminder of his disadvantage. Will the obstacles Eldwin faces keep him from reaching his dreams, or will he finally see what it's like to ride the skies?
An ISFAB top 10 finalist!
Fans of Sarah K.L. Wilson's Dragon School, Christopher Paolini's Eragon and Anne McCaffrey's Dragon Riders of Pern will feel right at home.
Trial by Sorcery is the first episode of the series Dragon Riders of Osnen.
Dragon Riders of Osnen series:
Book 1: Trial by Sorcery
Book 2: A Bond of Flame
Book 3: The Warrior's Call
Book 4: The Coin of Souls
Book 5: Wings of Terror
Book 6: Eyes of Stone
Book 7: Tooth and Claw
Book 8: A Servant of Souls
Book 9: Smoke and Shadow
Book 10: The Dark Rider
Reviews
Not disappointed
What a great way to start this series
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and thoroughly enjoyed all of the characters and cannot wait to start reading the second book in this series
A Gripping Page-Turner!
This is an exciting tale that I couldn't put down! I can't want to read more of Eldwin's adventures!
A good but not great story
Eldwin has always wanted to follow in his fathers footsteps and become a great dragon rider. Before he is even able to start, he has 2 disadvantages.
First he it Low-Born, no noble status. And second, one of his hands is mangled. The only thing he has going for him is that his father was a great dragon rider and is a Noble by Deed. He quickly becomes friends with a girl who is constantly looking for trouble. Eldwin does well in the 3 tests but lets his anger get the best of him in the third. Will he make it?
A well written story but not a great one. The plot could use some work and more adventure would make it more interesting.
Great story. You won't be able to put it down.
This book was awesome. If you have read and like Paolini inheritance series, then you will love this book and series. The writer gets your attention at the get go and doesn't let go. This is a page burner you won't put down.
An Amazing Adventure
Richard Fierce has become one of my favorite fantasy writers! Trial by Sorcery was such a fun read. A great beginning to a series; well written, likeable characters, and fast-paced adventure. It gave me that Harry Potter vibe at the start, a young boy going off to a magical school, this time to be a dragon rider, but it soon took on a life of its own. I can't wait to see what the rest of the series holds.
Great book but to short
I enjoyed this book but it was waaaaay to short and the next one on the series is only 85 pages which is a bummer and its 3 dollars for it honestly the books should he in kindle unlimited for how short they are...sadly won't be reading anymore of this series
Quite enjoyable
The novel has enough twists to ensure that soon as you think you have it figured out it turns in a new direction. It is a really enjoyable read.
Enjoyable but short for the price
Story was good, bought 2nd book too but it ended so quickly - maybe read in 1/2 hour. I think books are overpriced for their length so won't be buying the rest even though I'd like to continue the story.
When you must
A young man goes for testing at the dragon school and meets a young woman who turns out to be a princess. They have adventures as they try to solve the mysteries going on at the school and the danger that is facing them all. Really enjoyable read
