The Dragon Eater

INTENSE ENTERTAINMENT!

Raven is a master thief and a loner, cave dweller on Tharassas. His closest friend is ay-eye familiar, Spin. Spin is from another time and place and retains history from the past. For Raven and Spin there home in the caves. Even though Raven has a reputation as a thief, he steals for a reason, not so much for himself, but for the orphanage.

Aik Erio is a city guard, handsome, menacing and annoying, sometimes, for Raven. Aik would like there to be more than just a friendship with Raven. But Raven being a thief and Aik a guard just wouldn’t work. Aik has hopes that Raven would stop stealing.

But Raven just can’t resist stealing a package from the Sea Master. There’s something about this package that he can’t ignore. As much as Aik want’s Raven to turn himself in there would be punishment to come. As the package becomes more tempting to Raven he opens it and swallows a tiny dragon. Aik and Spin can’t help Raven. The only one Aik can think of seeking help from is Silya. But Silya hates Raven and she’s not very fond of Aik either, as he was once her fiancé.

Raven, Aik and Silya will have to join forces to find what is happening with Raven. They will discover new things about themselves as they take an adventurous and dangerous journey. Will Raven make the right choice? Will he put himself in danger?
What will he do to save everyone? What will happen between him and Aik?

J. Scott Coatsworth creates a colorfully written, space opera, with a fantastic tale of science fiction and a touch of fantasy in “The Dragon Eater.” The novel is well plotted, has a good flow which makes it easy to follow as more characters and situations develop throughout the story. The world building, along with the characters are descriptive and make for a clear and vivid picture. There’s an incredible scene with a collapsing bridge that creates intense suspense in the story. Along with fast paced action, danger, high emotion, fun and romance there’s a touch of mystery. I thought the idea of swallowing a critter was new and brilliant.

Raven and Aik are such a wonderful pairing. They will break readers hearts and have them wanting so much more for them. The intimate scene between them is perfectly written.

Besides Raven and Aik there is a host of delightful and interesting characters. Spin adds lot’s of interesting history to the story. He’s also snarky and brings those moments of humor to the tale. Silya brings lot’s of interest to the tale as she is a healer at the Temple and lives in the Hencha Palace. She’s facing the realization she will be the Hencha Queen and it leaves doubts in her mind. With Silya she brings a host of Temple Sisters: Daya, Desla, and Tela that have significant roles. Friend or foe, Sgt Kek, who has his eye on both Raven and Aik and can cause them trouble.

There’s also an interesting world of dragons to find out about: Sorix, Kalix, Velix, Flyx and Aryx. What will happened when the great battle comes? And what of the spore mother, good or evil? As the story progresses I’m sure more will be revealed.

I highly suggest going over the Glossary at the end of the book. It’s totally informative and really aids in the story.

I highly recommend “The Dragon Eater” there is so much more to this story that’s expertly told and J. Scott Coatsworth is brilliant at telling this story. I can’t even begin to imagine what the author has planned for Raven next. Really looking forward to the next exciting book!