Book Four
LEY OF THE FAERIE
(Kindle, Paperback, Hardcover)
Lewis G. Gazoul
Published December 17, 2024
Delphinade would not stop. Fiercely independent, she is anxiously pursuing the mysterious mission commanded to her by seer and shape-shifter Druid Thessien. Baytel, leading Druid of the Citadel, is determined to fulfill a separate mission, along with his battle-tested Companions, yet they are divided. In an undiscovered portion of the One Land, serenely clever Elves unknowingly await invasion. And the Citadel, supreme fortress and knowledge center, is inexplicably crumbling.
Only the placement of four precious stones, each one of a kind, along a specific ley line before the summer solstice will restore the magic of the Faerie, the Citadel, and the One Land itself.
Unknown to all, the resurrection of a horrific being has occurred, a being who enlists underlings to wreak havoc and destroy what is right. The evil one's aim: to subjugate the sects of humanity. As well, the relentless Rele Ora, a power-thirsting oppressor, is assembling an army of conquest.
Prophecies and visions, battles and heroism, treachery and heartache, and love found and love lost are to unfold with stunning revelations.
Ley of the Faerie continues the saga begun with Druids of the Faerie books 1 and 2 and Pilgrimage of the Faerie book 3, yet stands alone as a grand and gripping story.
Review by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
Ley of the Faerie
Ley of the Faerie: Book Four by Lewis G. Gazoul continues this exciting ongoing fantasy saga, where readers discover the destinies of warriors, druids, and elves as they frantically race against time. We meet Delphinade, who is guided by the enigmatic Thessien on a mysterious mission. Meanwhile, Baytel and his crew fight to restore balance to a broken world. The ancient Citadel is crumbling, and the only way to save it is to place four rare stones along a ley line before the summer solstice comes. But in the background dark forces are rising, and this will threaten the unity of the One Land. Intricate worldbuilding and great descriptions create a fantastic mixture of magic and mythology for readers to get hooked on. This is a story of prophecy, peril, and heroism that's also packed with intense personal stories and exciting conflicts.
Author Lewis G. Gazoul has created a fantasy world that is so detailed I was completely immersed. His intricate mythology is explained well, and the characters' personal journeys are woven into the legends and lore of the world so that they feel like real people. I found the multiple perspectives easy to follow because the characters' voices are clear, with Delphinade being my favorite. It helps readers form deep connections with each character, and everyone has something to add to the main plot. The way Gazoul builds tension and times the plot twists at just the right moments is intense, and gives the whole story a sense of urgency that makes you want to keep turning pages. There's also a lyrical quality to the narrative that makes everything vivid and the fantasy elements seem truly magical. I was especially impressed by the emotional impact of the dialogue as we sit on the heroes' shoulders and see them making tough decisions for the fate of the Citadel and beyond. Overall, Ley of the Faerie is a great addition to any fantasy lover's library, offering a perfect mix of magic and emotion, and I highly recommend it.
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