The Ember Gods
Author: Andrea Pearson
Publisher: Self
Published: 2011
Paperback: 268 pages
Genre: Middle Grade Fantasy
ISBN: 9781466381612
FTC FYI: I received a PDF copy in exchange for an honest review.
Reviewed by Mindy
Goodreads summary: “Jacob Clark has just returned from the world of Eklaron, where he frustrated the evil plans of the Lorkon and returned the magical Key of Kilenya to its rightful owners. His quest is far from over, though–Aloren is trapped in Maivoryl City by the Ember Gods, and Jacob can’t return to save her until he receives the potion that will protect his team from the corrosive influence of the Lorkon.
Balancing between this new world and his own proves tricky. Not only has he started his first year of high school, but his magical abilities are bringing him too much attention. He feels pulled by both sides, hoping he’ll figure out his special powers to save Aloren in time.”
This engaging sequel picks up right where The Key of Kilenya stops. Jacob has only been back from his adventure for a short time. He is coping with his new abilities, all while starting high school. Many frustrating things happen for Jacob on his first day. Most difficult for him is having his journal taken away, and he won’t get it back for the rest of the week. That was Jacob’s assignment from the Makalos. Read that journal, it will help answer his questions. He and Matt get home from school and right away are summoned back to help the Makolos. There is an army coming. He and Matt rush to help.
What was hard for Jacob during this book was his wanting to help and rescue Aloren. The Fat Lady wants to wait until all of the rescuers can have the protection of a potion. One that takes a very long time to make. His concern for Aloren has him not using his best judgement. Jacob and Matt sneak and use the key to try to save her.
I really enjoyed this book! I loved the action scenes. Especially near the end. I did think that the basketball playing was a little distracting. I know basketball is a love of Jacob’s, but it took me away from the story a bit. I thought the Ember Gods were really cool though, and I wanted more from them. Really great villains. As always, the characters are well written, creative, and enjoyable. I love this world Andrea has created. There is an awesome surprise at the end, and I’m very excited for Kilenya Book 3, August Fortress, to see where this new information will take the characters.
4 out of 5 stars. A great action/adventure story. Find out more about Andrea Pearson here. Here is the purchase link for The Ember Gods on smashwords.
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