Reviewed by PizzyGirl
TITLE: Contemporary Draconic Hoarding Practices
AUTHOR: Dae Richards
PUBLISHER: Less Than Three Press
LENGTH: 131 pages
RELEASE DATE: February 26, 2018
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While researching his thesis, Clayton’s work leads him to Syralis the wise, a dragon and professor at the university where he studies. Syralis’ hoard contains original manuscripts which are invaluable to Clayton’s research. Clayton soon finds himself one of the few students to ever study under Syralis, and during their lessons Clayton learns not only about medieval art, but his own history and his unusual magical sensitivity as well.
Clayton also finds himself enamored of Syralis, but when that attraction proves mutual, not everybody is pleased…
REVIEW:
I thoroughly enjoyed this adorable story. I was looking for something well written and light and fun and this story hit the spot perfectly for me.
I LOVED the world. The idea of magical beings and dragons mingling in the human world and accepted as they are was well done. This particular story was short and really only introduced many of the beings and concepts, but I can easily image this in a broader setting.
I LOVED the magic. The way it was presented as something learned and developed. And the way there are not only magical beings, but different types/feel/smells/tastes of magic. And the concept of magica sensitivity and how it impacts the sensitive as well as the magical being was fascinating. All the implications of interactions and growth and learning was fun!
I LOVED the dragon’s nature. His idea of the hoard and how it wasn’t all just material goods. In fact, those were just representations of his true passion for intelligence and learning. I enjoyed learning about Syralis specifically, but the promise of more dragons out there with differing natures and different hoards makes me want so many more books set in this world!
I LOVED the way the two men were instantly in lust but still slowly fell for each other and got to know each other. It was so cute watching Syralis care for Clayton. There was so much potential for this to turn dark and menacing, but it was oh so cute and romantic instead. The way Clayton was innocent and oblivious while also having some pretty while ideas and desires. And the way Syralis was so careful and yet possessive. It could have gone bad but in the end, it all worked out perfectly as these men grew together and found a mutual love and respect.
Finally, I LOVED the bit of mystery. I wanted to know more because I needed to know if the secrets were sinister or not. I needed to see what Syralis really wanted and how Clayton’s roommate would actually respond. In the end, I really loved how it all played out. I was satisfied and happy.
I recommend this one very highly. It was well written and utterly adorable. It is going onto my low angst, super satisfying re-read pile for when I need a light and quick pick me up.
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