Review by BOOKNERD254 -- We are Voulhire: A New Arrival ...

[BOOKNERD254]

[Following is a volunteer review of "We are Voulhire: A New Arrival under Great Skies" by Matthew Tysz.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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We are Voulhire: A New Arrival under Great Skies tells an intriguing tale of Voulhire and its people. Matthew Tysz introduces the country through the lens of six different main characters; King Wilheim, Lord Meldorath, Lord Eldus, Galen, Rowan, and Lord Midius.

Readers meet a young man, Galen Bray, from a humble background who arrives in Voulhire. On learning of his newly acquired wealth and a steel forge from his deceased Uncle, he seeks to master the forge. With his acquaintance Rowan, he embarks on a journey in search of steel. Through this journey, readers experience different parts of Voulhire; the industrious, pomp, impoverished and religious.

In the political scene, there seems to be a war brewing led by Lord Midius. Can Voulhire remain prosperous?

On the other side of Voulhire, Hillport has lost two Lords in a span of six months. The alleged child perpetrator Lord Orlin is dead, killed by his successor Lord Meldorath. The mage has no boundaries when it comes to magic. When this comes to light, the King arrests the mage. Rumour has it that he is dead. Citizens of Hillport are stricken with fear. They require a leader who will give hope, heal the town and grow it economically. King Wilheim appoints his most trusted judge Lord Eldus, to rule Hillport and reassure the people that Lord Meldorath is dead. Can Lord Eldus unravel the mysteries of Hillport?

I loved how the author introduced each character to a unique persona. The mixture of naivety, wit, maliciousness, pride, humility, and courage kept me entertained throughout. The subtle humor and endless drama kept me engaged. It almost felt movie-like because I could visualize, relate and sympathize with the characters. Moreover, I enjoyed the creativity used in the names of the cities and phrases. These words made Voulhire seem magical but not in an estranged way. They brought life to the tale exploring the different scenes that lived up to the names assigned to them. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series!

The only negative aspect of this book was the beginning. I felt it lacked a sense of direction. I didn’t enjoy having the glossary of terms located at the back of the book since I had to keep turning the pages to understand some terms used at the beginning of the book. However, as the story progressed, the missing pieces began to add up. So, I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars because of the way suspense builds up. The plot was also well executed and thought out. The book is well-edited and lacks notable errors.

I would recommend this book to those who love royal historical fantasies because this book borders such. If you love magic-centered books, then this is a book for you.

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We are Voulhire: A New Arrival under Great Skies
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[The Holy Grail]

Too bad for the beginning which wasn't to your expectation. I think the book was good overall, though.

[Oreoluwa281]

This review caught the essence of this book and also my attention. I hope you continue with the rest of this series, kudos!