Review of On the Trail of the Mountains' Mysteries

[Jubilee Egonmwan]

[Following is a volunteer review of "On the Trail of the Mountains' Mysteries" by Lynne Armstrong-Jones.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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On the Trail of the Mountains' Mysteries is a work of fantasy by Lynne Armstrong-Jones, with which she transports readers into the noble mountains with her band of characters. Here, the magic, mythical creatures, and mysterious occurrences associated with the setting are vividly described. This is about Tavis and Giever and their companions on their journey through various challenges they encounter, from the great Large Dragon to the enigmatic Gillie. This noblewoman's mission to ensure safe passage is fraught with danger, suspense, and camaraderie. The plot is thick with twists and turns that keep one on the hook right from the word go.

It even holds a magnificent aura of wonder and excitement. Lynne Armstrong-Jones has done an extraordinary job of storycrafting Xyron, as I admire his dedication to helping others and his deep sense of responsibility, which drives his actions throughout the story. The dialogue is crisp and oftentimes humorous, making it very engaging. 

The pacing is very well balanced, considering there is just the right amount of action versus sections for the development and creation of characters and more introspective moments. I would highly recommend this to all readers of fantasy and adventure, the former group particularly, since it is heavy on immersive world-building with rich descriptive prose. 

The story is very well conceived, giving just the right mix of action, introspection, and development of this or that character. It folds its magical elements perfectly toward its plot to underscore that element of wonderment and excitement. The characters are well fleshed out and interesting; their interaction brings to light a lot of emotional resonance to the story, which is why I dislike nothing about this book.

For me, this book deserves a 5 out of 5 stars rating. It evoked a feeling of wonder and excitement, besides the plot consistency and likeable characters, so it stands apart in the fantasy genre. The balance of action, introspection, and character development really makes the read enjoyable. Vivid and imaginative scenes and sharp, often humorous dialogue add to the pleasure of the story. The book was exceptionally well edited and error-free.

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On the Trail of the Mountains' Mysteries
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