Ascendant
Ratings14
Average rating4.1
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Ratings14
Average rating4.1
Holt Cook was never meant to be a dragon rider. He has always served the Order Hall of the Crag dutifully, keeping their kitchen pots clean.
Until he discovers a dark secret: dragons do not tolerate weakness among their kin, killing the young they deem flawed. Moved by pity, Holt defies the Order, rescues a doomed egg and vows to protect the blind dragon within.
But the Scourge is rising. Undead hordes roam the land, spreading the blight and leaving destruction in their wake. The dragon riders are being slaughtered and betrayal lurks in the shadows.
Holt has one chance to survive. He must cultivate the mysterious power of his dragon's magical core. A unique energy which may tip the balance in the battles to come, and prove to the world that a servant is worthy after all.
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Whelp I just found another 2022 favorite and another series to get lost in. This is an absolutely amazing read, and is one that definitely shouldn't be rushed. With the beautiful writing, the fantastic world building and easy-to-love main characters, this is sure to be an all-time favorite for readers of epic fantasy.
My favorite part of Ascendant is Holt and Ash and the bond they forged when Holt saves him. Ash may be blind, but that does mean he is worthless and deserving of death before he even hatches. I love the message that comes across with this act of love and humanity.
I haven't read a solid fantasy with dragons as a substantive part of the main story. I have to say I really enjoyed this. It felt like a mix of Merlin/Camelot, Eragon (movie as I haven't read the books ... yet) and How to Train Your Dragon. The banter and playfulness, the sarcastic thoughts and strong connection with their rider, really brought this home for me. I seriously need me an Ash right now
