Blurb:

The nomadic people known as the Rhaavi are on the run . . . And the foe that bears down upon them is far more ruthless and powerful than they can hope to match.

Before long it seems that all is lost; that the Rhaavi are doomed to die. But the intertwining destinies of a young hero and heroine, as well as a chance encounter with a dragon, may yet offer a glimmer of hope.

Born In Fury is a story of failure and redemption, of tribulation and retribution, of grief and healing. It is the first foray into a world colored by fantastical creatures and stunning magics, and scarred by interminable warfare and political unrest.

Review:

Born in Fury caught my attention very early as it talked about a nomadic band and their quest for survival. It was a book that has lived rent free in my mind for quite a while thinking that it needed to be read, and so finally I gave in, picking it up based more on how I felt rather than my reading plan. And I am very glad that I did. It is a book that is so much deeper than just a survival story, thick with interesting characters, unique creatures, and a villain who is determined to erase people from the face of his earth. These are weaved together in a compelling narrative that will keep readers glued to the page for far longer than intended. The story is a different take of dragon riders, assassins, and corrupt rulers. I did feel that the way that the dragon was portrayed was a very realistic take on what could happen with dragons. While not a perfect novel, it is a lot of fun and interesting. 

As per usual, I will break it down a little bit. The strength of the novel is the theme of loss that is prevalent throughout the story. There are different levels that are portrayed and the author does an excellent job of showcasing how each character has their own struggles with this difficult concept. It can be very relatable for a reader as it is something that we all have to come to terms with in our own ways. I know that it allowed me to reflect in ways that made me feel better, knowing that it isn’t just me that might learn through time. It definitely focuses on three characters, with Yuei receiving the most page time. There is a portion of the story that focuses on a hidden assassin school for one of the main characters, and this is where I wish we could have had more. It felt a little rushed through with an assassin who has their own personal motives. I feel like it would have enriched the world and the character to more fully understand what drives them to be the way that they are. The world is truly rich, shown off the most with interesting animals. This is a unique way of showing the world, and I feel like we will get more of the world as the author explores in future novels. That being said, the world building isn’t as prevalent as in most fantasy novels. There is some scattered throughout, but I would have loved more, being able to see this world that is so interesting. We do get enough but I will be excited to get more. The motives of the villains take a little detective work to figure out but are still eerie and disturbing in a way that will make the reader feel bad for some of the characters.

This is a solid debut novel from an author that shows a lot of promise. It is obvious how much heart the author poured into this novel, allowing the characters to come alive and become very relatable to all readers. I had a lot of fun, never having a dull moment in the time that it took me to read. The battle sequences are intense and heart pounding, often sandwiched by moments that will pull a readers heart strings. I do recommend that more readers discover a book that will stick in their mind, full of love, betrayal, and blood. I know that I will be eagerly looking forward to what the author has in store for us in the future. Mosha Winter has definitely cemented his name as an author to watch! Do yourself a favor and give this wonderful debut a try. I can tell you, it is well worth the time spent reading this great novel!

Thank you for taking the time to read my review. As always, happy reading and Stay Great!!