Review & $50 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway: Heirs of Prophecy by Michael E. Rothman

Original Title: Heirs of Prophecy
Series: Heirs of Prophecy #1
Author: Michael E. Rothman
Publisher: M & S Publishing
Release Date: April 3rd 2012
Genre: Middle Grade Fantasy

The Riverton family had been enjoying a simple summer vacation when, through a fluke of nature, they found themselves in a strange new land.

The Riverton brothers quickly realize that in this world, they have gained unusual powers. Powers that their parents fear will attract the attention of Azazel himself – the merciless wizard who brutally controls this world.

The two brothers soon learn that an ancient prophecy has finally been initiated by their arrival in Trimoria. As the heirs of this prophecy, they are destined to lead the armies of men, dwarves, elves, and even a misfit ogre against the prophesied demon horde.

Only one thing stands in their way.

The evil wizard who has learned of their presence, and has sent assassins to wipe them from existence.

REVIEW

The beautiful family of Rivertons - Dad Jared, Mom Aubrey and sons Ryan and Aaron - had planned to enjoy their summer vacation in Arizona (their father's 'surprise' place to the family).  When they were camping in Arizona, by some unexpected accident that none of them understands, they land in a strange land called Trimoria.  As soon as the family arrives there, they each seem to have gained some magical powers, which they didn't yet realize.  Soon, they were given shelter by the town's Protector, Throll, in his house.  Throll and his family become very close to the Rivertons.

In between all this, there is a evil Wizard, Azazel, who has been living in Trimoria for five centuries and have killed all the wizards, as soon as they are born.  If Azazel knows about the Rivertons' magical powers, will they be Azazel's next target?  Oh yeah, to make it even better, there is also a prophecy concerning the Rivertons family.  According to the prophecy, the boys Ryan and Aaron, will bring all the magical population together and beat the evil out of the land.  How is this going to be possible, when there is such a grave danger ahead?

A middle-grade fresh and simple fantasy read!  There is nothing special about this book, but that's what makes it feel good.  Its simple and light, just ready to be enjoyed by children.

It was fun reading the snippets in the title of each chapter about how a major character felt about their life at that time.  It was new and I was looking forward to read them, everytime I start with a new chapter.

The only problem I had with this novel was, it became predictable after some time.  But, that doesn't mean I didn't enjoy the novel..I thoroughly did.

If you want a simple middle-grade read with no big drama, I would readily recommend this book to you.

"Narnia" meets "Percy Jackson".. in a more gentler and slower pace!

SERIES ORDER

1.  Heirs of Prophecy

2.  Tools of Prophecy - Read review here
3. Lords of Prophecy - Read review here

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