Title: The Dawnvel Druids
Author: William Collins
Publisher: Amazon Digital
Publication Date: June 15, 2019
Summary
Something fishy is going on at Bobby’s new school. With all the research he did, he was skeptical about going to this new boarding school. After all, a teacher was recently killed there. Not to mention, Bobby keeps seeing weird things all around the school. Things that couldn’t possibly be real. And they all seem to be related to the group called “The Perfects.”
Simone Singh is a Druid, working to defeat the Gargoyles at work in Dawnvel. She’s a part of a group who’s goal is to keep the regular humans safe from the supernatural. When Bobby witnesses her killing a Gargoyle, his first instinct is to run. But, he learns that he actually might be a Druid too. And if he doesn’t join, he not only risks his own life, but everyone in the Druid clan. Does he have what it takes to become a Druid?
Review: The Dawnvel Druids
The author, William Collins, sent me a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. This was such a quick, fun read! I basically read the entire thing in one sitting one night on my porch, and it fit the current fantasy mood I’ve been in. The world that Collins has created is a unique twist on the typical magic boarding school story, and I loved the intricate world of the Druids.
However, the world-building was a bit difficult to follow at the beginning. We open with Simone, but then jump to Bobby. At times, you feel a bit confused (like Bobby) does at the laws and rules governing this new world. The ending comes a bit abruptly, but there’s promise of another book coming! With that cliff hanger, you’ll definitely want to read it.
Overall, I loved that this book merged fantasy and reality, making us think that anything can be possible. With the new Wizards Unite game from WB, it’s the perfect time to pick up this book! Check out some of my other fantasy review here.
3.5/5 stars