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Review of We are Voulhire: A New Arrival under Great Skies
[Following is a volunteer review of "We are Voulhire: A New Arrival under Great Skies" by Matthew Tysz.]
We Are Voulhire: A New Arrival under Great Skies is a fantasy novel written by Matthew Tysz. The story begins with Galen Bray's hardship, as he flees his birthplace in search of a better life in the Kingdom of Voulhire. Galen takes his inheritance, a blacksmith's forge bequeathed to him by his late uncle, once he arrives. Everyone knows that Voulhire is a thriving nation on the verge of a golden age, but power-hungry dissenters are springing up all throughout the kingdom, thus unrest is developing beneath the surface of this wonderful region. The parallel realm of Caromentis, mingled amid the drama and craziness of the kingdom's physical world, also calls to those seeking its ethereal treasures. The title is highly fitting and corresponds to the book's theme. Similarly, the cover image depicts Galen's arrival at Magnum Caelum's village under the same canopy of twinkling stars. The image's blue background contrasts nicely with the orange headline font. An ancient-looking map is also included to help bring the story to life. The book is divided into unnumbered chapters, with each portion focusing on a different character and being named accordingly. The chapters concerning Galen are told from his first-person perspective, whereas the chapters about the other characters are told from an omniscient narrator's third-person perspective. One of the key topics in the novel is magic; other major themes include mystery, philosophy, religion, politics, and corruption.
Above all, this story deftly examines the very essence of human existence. The plot is intricate, with numerous characters and subplots intertwined to create a magnificent tapestry of enthralling backstories. Galen Bray, as previously stated, is a newcomer to Voulhire. This humble young man has arrived from the war-torn Land of the Princes, eager to make the most of his new possibilities. Despite the fact that Galen is the primary character, he is joined in the spotlight by a large ensemble of characters.
Rowan is Galen's uncle's rowdy and streetwise executor, to name a few. Rowan is also known for being a womanizer. The kind king of Voulhire is King Wilhelm Arcolo, who wishes to safeguard his growing country while while maximizing its economic potential. Midius Maido is the deceitful and lecherous chancellor who serves as the king's second-in-command. Midius enjoys tormenting others with his power and status. Meldorath is a powerful and wicked mage from the past, and the people of Voulhire are terrified of his return.
Eldus Alderman is a cunning new lord tasked with rehabilitating Hillport in the aftermath of Meldorath's devastating dictatorship. As the story progresses, each character plays an increasingly important part. There's a lot to like about this book. First and foremost, the world-building is superb. The Princes' Land looks to be based on medieval Europe. Voulhire, on the other hand, is a more technologically sophisticated culture, resembling the Renaissance or Enlightenment periods but also including elements of modern society. Second, while the descriptions are detailed enough for the reader to picture what is happening in the novel, some specifics are left to the reader's imagination.
I rate We Are Voulhire: A New Arrival under Great Skies by Matthew Tysz four out of four stars. I also found myself guessing and trying to solve the mysteries that began to emerge, thanks to the author's effective use of literary elements like exposition and foreshadowing. In terms of religion, the book discusses Christianity. There are a few instances in the text where foul language is utilized. Also referenced, but not specifically, are sexual abuse, sexual actions, and violence. Sensitive readers, on the other hand, should be aware of this. I detected no errors in the book, therefore it appears to have been professionally edited. My only gripe is the lack of a table of contents.
This tool would have made it easy for me to keep track of and pace my reading. I was pleasantly startled by how much this narrative spoke to me and how timely the issues were in relation to events in my own life. The most painful issues were tough to read about at times, but such sections added to the story's realism and power. Author Matthew Tysz succeeds in his goal of entertaining readers, and he has reignited my interest in fantasy novels. I became thoroughly absorbed in the story and began to contemplate the universe's wonders. Fans of well-written fantasy and science fiction novels will enjoy this book. It is, however, more appropriate for older teenagers and adults due to the mature content contained therein.
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We are Voulhire: A New Arrival under Great Skies
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We Are Voulhire: A New Arrival under Great Skies is a fantasy novel written by Matthew Tysz. The story begins with Galen Bray's hardship, as he flees his birthplace in search of a better life in the Kingdom of Voulhire. Galen takes his inheritance, a blacksmith's forge bequeathed to him by his late uncle, once he arrives. Everyone knows that Voulhire is a thriving nation on the verge of a golden age, but power-hungry dissenters are springing up all throughout the kingdom, thus unrest is developing beneath the surface of this wonderful region. The parallel realm of Caromentis, mingled amid the drama and craziness of the kingdom's physical world, also calls to those seeking its ethereal treasures. The title is highly fitting and corresponds to the book's theme. Similarly, the cover image depicts Galen's arrival at Magnum Caelum's village under the same canopy of twinkling stars. The image's blue background contrasts nicely with the orange headline font. An ancient-looking map is also included to help bring the story to life. The book is divided into unnumbered chapters, with each portion focusing on a different character and being named accordingly. The chapters concerning Galen are told from his first-person perspective, whereas the chapters about the other characters are told from an omniscient narrator's third-person perspective. One of the key topics in the novel is magic; other major themes include mystery, philosophy, religion, politics, and corruption.
Above all, this story deftly examines the very essence of human existence. The plot is intricate, with numerous characters and subplots intertwined to create a magnificent tapestry of enthralling backstories. Galen Bray, as previously stated, is a newcomer to Voulhire. This humble young man has arrived from the war-torn Land of the Princes, eager to make the most of his new possibilities. Despite the fact that Galen is the primary character, he is joined in the spotlight by a large ensemble of characters.
Rowan is Galen's uncle's rowdy and streetwise executor, to name a few. Rowan is also known for being a womanizer. The kind king of Voulhire is King Wilhelm Arcolo, who wishes to safeguard his growing country while while maximizing its economic potential. Midius Maido is the deceitful and lecherous chancellor who serves as the king's second-in-command. Midius enjoys tormenting others with his power and status. Meldorath is a powerful and wicked mage from the past, and the people of Voulhire are terrified of his return.
Eldus Alderman is a cunning new lord tasked with rehabilitating Hillport in the aftermath of Meldorath's devastating dictatorship. As the story progresses, each character plays an increasingly important part. There's a lot to like about this book. First and foremost, the world-building is superb. The Princes' Land looks to be based on medieval Europe. Voulhire, on the other hand, is a more technologically sophisticated culture, resembling the Renaissance or Enlightenment periods but also including elements of modern society. Second, while the descriptions are detailed enough for the reader to picture what is happening in the novel, some specifics are left to the reader's imagination.
I rate We Are Voulhire: A New Arrival under Great Skies by Matthew Tysz four out of four stars. I also found myself guessing and trying to solve the mysteries that began to emerge, thanks to the author's effective use of literary elements like exposition and foreshadowing. In terms of religion, the book discusses Christianity. There are a few instances in the text where foul language is utilized. Also referenced, but not specifically, are sexual abuse, sexual actions, and violence. Sensitive readers, on the other hand, should be aware of this. I detected no errors in the book, therefore it appears to have been professionally edited. My only gripe is the lack of a table of contents.
This tool would have made it easy for me to keep track of and pace my reading. I was pleasantly startled by how much this narrative spoke to me and how timely the issues were in relation to events in my own life. The most painful issues were tough to read about at times, but such sections added to the story's realism and power. Author Matthew Tysz succeeds in his goal of entertaining readers, and he has reignited my interest in fantasy novels. I became thoroughly absorbed in the story and began to contemplate the universe's wonders. Fans of well-written fantasy and science fiction novels will enjoy this book. It is, however, more appropriate for older teenagers and adults due to the mature content contained therein.
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We are Voulhire: A New Arrival under Great Skies
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