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Legacy of Darkness (The Graces Book 1) Kindle Edition

3.9 out of 5 stars 18 ratings

For hundreds of years, the Vaians waited for their revenge. Now, their time has come.

Under the apathetic rule of King Ryn, a man blinded by greed and ignorant of his feauding sons, the final battle between the Vaians and the race of men will begin.

Can the militant fae thief Idirin unite a race that hates him, to defeat his own people? Or will the secrets he's spent a lifetime weaving, unravel and destroy all of his careful work?

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00OHY7FIK
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Malevolent Press
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 13 Oct. 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.8 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 291 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 14 - 18 years
  • Customer reviews:
    3.9 out of 5 stars 18 ratings

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Dawn Peers
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Dawn Peers is a UK-based author of fantasy and horror. She also writes under the pen name Warren Fielding.

A lifelong reader of most types of fiction, she has always had a passion for writing. Legacy of Darkness is the first book in a fantasy series called The Graces, which Dawn has been trying to write in some guise or another since she was sixteen years old. Now in denial about turning thirty, she plans on bringing the next book in the series out much sooner.

Dawn was born in Warwickshire, and now lives in West Sussex. Whilst still enjoying reading, she also spends much of her days telling people to turn their computers off and on again. When she isn't being a professional geek, she is being a casual one. She blogs, reviews, and enjoys mountain biking and running.

You can connect with Dawn via her Twitter account @dawnpeersauthor or via her website, www.dawnpeers.com

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Customers praise the book's well-structured plot and excellent character development. The story maintains a good pace, and customers find it to be great reading.

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Customers praise the well-structured plot of the book, with one customer noting there are no redundant scenes.

"...the world building is original and well depthed,leaving you with a clear vivid idea of where the scene is set...." Read more

"...and the action moves toward the resolution of that plot with no redundant scenes. This is Book I of a series, so the ending is left open...." Read more

"...There is a lot to take in at first, but the story soon settles down and moves along at a pace that kept me wanting to find out what happens..." Read more

"...is full of feisty characters and page-turning action; with a well structured plot that builds a world you can almost see...." Read more

3 customers mention ‘Character development’3 positive0 negative

Customers praise the character development in the book.

"...so many strong character personalities that im suprised she managed to pick a main one.as a reader i could have read story..." Read more

"The character development is excellent, as is the mix of characters...." Read more

"...Throughout the story you develop an empathy with the characters; sharing their anxieties and their triumphs, culminating in a finale that takes your..." Read more

3 customers mention ‘Pace’3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pacing of the book.

"...definatley worth my time and money. well wrote, orginal, well paced, unpredictable = great reading" Read more

"...a lot to take in at first, but the story soon settles down and moves along at a pace that kept me wanting to find out what happens next...." Read more

"A compelling storyline with increasing tempo, I dare you to put this book down before you reach the end!..." Read more

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Customers find the book to be great reading, with one customer noting it is well written.

"...definatley worth my time and money. well wrote, orginal, well paced, unpredictable = great reading" Read more

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Top reviews from United Kingdom

  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 May 2013
    a truly great read that needs to be recognised and read.
    the world building is original and well depthed,leaving you with a clear vivid idea of where the scene is set.
    so many strong character personalities that im suprised she managed to pick a main one.as a reader i could have read story
    upon story about the most smallest appearing of characters.

    the story itself pulls you in with many questions on your lips throughout and it seems as soon as you get an answer the next
    riddle is ready and waiting to entice. a build up of various events leading to epic and eventful ending... certainly not something i
    guessed during my earlier reading.

    definatley worth my time and money.
    well wrote, orginal, well paced, unpredictable = great reading
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 April 2013
    The character development is excellent, as is the mix of characters. The author has a clear vision of her world and there are enough unique details in it to make it a bit different from other fantasy novels. The plot is clearly defined, and the action moves toward the resolution of that plot with no redundant scenes. This is Book I of a series, so the ending is left open.
    I enjoyed this book and I'm sure other fantasy readers will too. However, I did feel the writing could be tightened, hence my rating of 3 stars.
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 December 2014
    Format: Paperback
    A little slow in the beginning and a little to much coming at you at once was my main problem. Had to read the start over a few times as is focuses on to many people right from the beginning but definetly worth it!! Once you get into it you will be happy you got it! Can't wait for the next one!
  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 December 2015
    Format: Kindle EditionVerified Purchase
    Never written a book review before but I thought I would give it a bash. I've had this book hidden away on my Kindle for quite a while before I managed to get some time read it and now I have I wonder why I waited for so long. There is a lot to take in at first, but the story soon settles down and moves along at a pace that kept me wanting to find out what happens next.

    The book has left me wanting more and I hope the next one in the series isn't too long in coming.

    So, great read, would thoroughly recommend and keep up the good work.
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 September 2013
    When is the next one due and is there an alert I can set to let me know?

    So very pleased to have found this and was sorry when I finally turned the last page and was left wondering what happens next.

    A wonderful new author :)
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 7 March 2013
    A compelling storyline with increasing tempo, I dare you to put this book down before you reach the end!
    The Graces is full of feisty characters and page-turning action; with a well structured plot that builds a world you can almost see.Throughout the story you develop an empathy with the characters; sharing their anxieties and their triumphs, culminating in a finale that takes your breath away!
    Overall a fantastic debut and I genuinely look forward to reading the next installment in this saga!
    2 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 April 2013
    If you love well constructed fantasy worlds, this book is for you! The plot in this book is also well crafted and the multiple point-of-views intertwine seamlessly and bring the reader deep within the story. Despite his flaws, I loved Idirin. His strength comes from the same place as his love for his daughter, and sorrow for his lost love. And one should not take that lightly! I hope to see more of him on the sequel. Arroryn is a young kick-ass heroine who, as she matures, has the potential to carry the entire series on her shoulders. Fortunately, she won't have to because Ms. Peers seems to have much more up her sleeve.
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 August 2013
    As a reader of high/ epic fantasy my expectations were high and yet I was pleasantly surprised by how beautifully complex and well thought out this storyline & plot was. Unknown author Dawn Peers creates a mesmerizing magical world like no other, with detailed histories of varying races and accounts of ages past make it incredibly credible. Entrenched within the storyline are age-old conflicts between races and vengeful thoughts on actions past, which hold much sway in regards to the direction that the storyline takes. `In the dying eyes of night' is the first installment within a planned series; `Graces of faded angels' whose compelling complexity is sure to maintain one's interest throughout and take your breath away.

    Amid the fast-paced action and shocking drama is a cast of intriguing characters whose anxieties and triumphs, trials and tribulations capture your interest instantly. Once the plot takes hold it is extremely difficult to let go, as I lost myself within a dazzling world that is so vivid and `real' that I felt a part of it. This is a novel that is exceptionally well constructed and thought out, with the multiple POV's (points of view) seamlessly interconnecting so that you can loose yourself deeply within the tale. Many of the characters showed that one's strength comes from love, like for example with Idirin; whose broken heart and love for his daughter is touching. With a strong heroic main protagonist (Arroryn) alongside other feisty characters, I felt relaxed in the knowledge that I was reading something assured and fervent.

    With great rulers fighting for supremacy and wronged thief's seeking atonement. Greedy and corrupted emissaries seeking solemnity, and a great nation and race of people putting right those wrongs that were put upon them ~ this is a mighty tale of magnificence.

    *I won a copy of In the dying eyes of night by Dawn Peers through a Goodreads, first-read giveaway*
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Top reviews from other countries

  • Scuffles97
    5.0 out of 5 stars QUITE THE RIDE OF A GOOD TALE
    Reviewed in the United States on 11 October 2013
    A LITTLE SLOW AT FIRST-before I knew it I was thoroughly.engrossed and entertained. I have been incapacitate d for 4 years on my way to recovery. I LOVE to leave reality when I.read and this tale was fun and endearing at the same time. Hurry with the sequel!!!!
  • Sam
    5.0 out of 5 stars great read
    Reviewed in Germany on 25 July 2013
    great book, I couldn't put it down ~ brilliant author ~ highly recommend reading the book and looking forward to the next book this young woman brings out for us. loved it.
  • Brenda Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Legacy of Darkness (The Graces Book #1)
    Reviewed in the United States on 9 April 2015
    Format: Kindle EditionVerified Purchase
    I'm not good at writing reviews so I don't normally write them but I just had to on this one. The story was slow at first but the next thing I knew, I was so engrossed in the story I was looking for book #2 and was very disappointed when I didn't find it. When is book #2 coming out?

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